Important Security Information for American Citizens in Nepal

June 1, 2006

This warden message is being issued to alert American citizens that the Maoists have planned protests in the Kathmandu area on June 2, 2006. The unpredictable nature of political protests and continuing Maoist violence creates the risk of Americans being caught in the wrong place at the wrong time. American citizens are reminded to exercise special caution, avoid protests and to be particularly vigilant about their personal safety. The police have announced that after 11:00 a.m. roads within the Ring Road will be closed to vehicular traffic.

While it is unclear at this time how widely the protests will be observed, during past protests, a number of buses, taxis, and personal vehicles have been attacked. American citizens are urged to stay tuned to local media outlets for the latest information and updates. The Embassy's Consular Section will be closed on Friday, June 2, 2006, from 11:00 a.m. American citizens needing Emergency assistance after that time should call the Embassy at 441-1179 and ask for the Consular Duty Officer.

For further information about security conditions in Nepal, American citizens are encouraged to refer to the Consular Information Sheet for Nepal and the current Travel Warning for Nepal issued on May 31, 2006 (http://travel.state.gov). American citizens are also encouraged to refer to the Worldwide Caution Public Announcement for additional travel safety and security information. These documents are available on the homepage of the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs at http://travel.state.gov and the American Embassy in Nepal's home page at http://nepal.usembassy.gov. The State Department's Bureau of Consular Affairs maintains an information line at 1-888-407-4747 toll free or (202) 501-4444 Monday through Friday (excluding U.S. Government holidays) from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Specific information may also be obtained by calling the Embassy at 977-1-444-5577 during working hours and at 977-1-441-1179 during evenings and weekends) and asking for the American Citizen Services unit of the Consular Section.