Advisory Summary
The University of California Office of the President has issued a travel advisory for all UC campuses regarding travel to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Due to security risks from civil unrest and violence in the MENA region, the UC Office of the President strongly advises that all university-related travel to this area be limited to essential travel only.
Countries Affected
Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestinian Territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, Yemen
Travel Review Process
All travelers to a MENA country should communicate with their Department Chairs and/or Principal Officers/Supervisors to determine whether it is considered essential.
Learn more about traveling abroad while representing UC Santa Cruz on the International Travel webpage.