Europe
- London, United Kingdom: Protest Advisory | Protesters will march through downtown London on September 17 to protest the official visit of U.S. President Trump. Demonstrators will gather at 2:00 PM at Portland Place and march to the parliament building at 5:00 PM. The Stop Trump Coalition is responsible for this protest which will voice disapproval over the president’s policies. Previous protests organized by this group have been significant in size. Travelers are advised to avoid the protest area and to be prepared for travel delays.
- France: Protest Advisory | On September 18, France’s largest unions led by the CFDT (French Democratic Confederation of Labor) are coordinating a nation-wide day of protests and strikes. Protesters oppose the government’s proposed 2026 budget and fiscal reforms. The planned action follows loosely organized “Bloquons Tout” (Block Everything) protests around 10 September, resembling the mass-opposition style of the Yellow Vest movements. Travelers in Paris, as well as across France, should expect widespread disruptions to transportation services as well as possible street blockages by localized protests. Travelers are advised to avoid protests and to monitor local media for updates.
- Austria: Health Advisory | Austria is experiencing an outbreak of Salmonella Kenya across all federal states. The rare strain has infected over 40 people, hospitalizing 14 over the last two months. An official investigation is underway to determine the source of the outbreak. Travelers are advised to maintain personal hygiene and to follow local official health directives.
Americas
- Brazil: Protest Advisory | Demonstrations and unrest are expected over the coming weeks across major Brazilian cities in response to the conviction of former president Jair Bolsonaro. Bolsonaro received 27 years of imprisonment for his participation in a 2022 coup attempt. Previous protests on September 7 saw tens of thousands of supporters take to the streets in major Brazilian cities to voice their outrage. Venues for demonstrations include city centers and outside government buildings. Travelers should expect heightened security avoid protest sites.
- Chile: Travel Advisory | Chile’s national holiday, Fiestas Patrias, will be celebrated on September 18–19 causing travel disruptions. The holiday includes large public gatherings, parades, and cultural events across Santiago and other major cities. Fiestas Patrias is considered Chile’s second biggest celebration, commemorating their independence from Spanish rule. Many temporary street closures and celebrators heading towards major cities will cause travel delays. Travelers are advised to prepare for delays and to see if their route is affected by closures.
- Cuenca, Ecuador: Protest Advisory | Demonstrators will voice anger over a sanctioned gold mining operation on September 16 in downtown Cuenca. Multiple civic and professional organizations will join the protesters as they call for the end of the project amid concerns of pollution. The march is set to start at 9:30 AM and will go through Cuenca’s historic district before ending at Plaza San Francisco. Travelers are advised to avoid the protest and to prepare for travel disruptions.
Asia & Pacific
- Nepal: Travel Advisory | Defer non-essential inbound travel to Nepal until at least September 17 due to an evolving political situation and unstable security environment. The killing of 19 anti-corruption protesters on 8 September pushed Nepal into a further political crisis. On September 9, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned, and parliament was ransacked and torched while a heightened military and security presence remains in place across major urban centres. Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki has taken oath as Nepal’s temporary Prime Minister. SafeAbroad travelers should avoid all non-essential travel to the country.
- Manila, Philippines: Protest Advisory | Protests over allegations of government corruption are planned across downtown Manila on September 21. Those in attendance seek to hold accountable government officials accused of taking funds set aside for victims of recent flooding. Demonstrators will converge from different parts of the city at the People’s Power Monument at 2:00 PM. Thousands are expected to participate, causing major disruptions. Travelers advised to avoid protest areas and to monitor local media for further updates.
- India: Security Advisory | Expect bomb threats to continue to cause disruptions over the coming weeks in major Indian cities. A wave of threats has been ongoing over the last few weeks, causing panic despite no explosives being uncovered. Recent bomb threats have led to a visible increase of security around schools, hospitals, and transportation hubs. Travelers are advised to remain vigilant when in public and to prepare for travel disruptions due to security measures.
Africa & Middle East
- Johannesburg, South Africa: Protest Advisory | Protesters will continue demonstrations until the water supply is restored in suburbs of Johannesburg. Violent protests broke out on September 10, which led to rubber bullets and tear gas being fired into crowds. A new Brixton reservoir and tower is to be completed by October, but demonstrations are expected to persist longer. Water supply issues have plagued the area for multiple years, but after a week without water the government is calling for calm. Travelers are advised to avoid demonstration areas and monitor local news for updates.
- Kenya: Health Advisory | Expect Kenya’s Mpox outbreak to continue over the coming months. Global Mpox outbreaks have been slowly coming under control, however Kenya’s does not show signs of slowing down or stopping. Concerns are further fueled by the disease’s spread from coastal areas towards the heavily populated capital of Nairobi. Travelers are advised to see if predeparture vaccinations are right for them. They are also advised to follow local official health directives.
- South Africa: Weather Advisory | Prepare for possible fires throughout central South Africa over the coming week. The South African Weather Service has rated these areas as “Extremely Dangerous,” the highest warning level, due to the risk of fires. September is the end of the dry season and is therefore more susceptible to blazes. Areas affected include parts of Northern Cape, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, North West, and Free State. Travelers are advised to monitor local media for news and developments on any outbreaks.
