As regional tensions escalate in and around Iran, the U.S. Department of State has issued a critical advisory urging all U.S. citizens currently in Iran to depart the country immediately, provided it is safe to do so. Those who are unable to leave are strongly advised to shelter in place and secure adequate provisions of food, water, medical supplies, and other essential needs.
No U.S. Diplomatic Presence in Iran
It is important to note that the United States does not maintain diplomatic or consular relations with the government of Iran. Instead, the Swiss government, through its Embassy in Tehran, acts as the protecting power for U.S. interests in Iran. However, the Swiss Protecting Power has limited ability to provide assistance to U.S. citizens at this time.
How to Contact the U.S. Government
If you are a U.S. citizen in Iran, you may reach out directly to the Department of State through the following methods:
Email:
📧 BERNACS@state.gov
Subject line should include: “IRN”
In your message, please include the following for each affected U.S. citizen:
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Full name (as it appears on passport)
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Date and place of birth
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Current location
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Phone number
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Whether you hold dual nationality (and with which country)
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Whether you are in possession of a valid travel document
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The nature of your request or assistance needed
Phone:
📞 1-888-407-4747 (within the U.S.)
📞 +1-202-501-4444 (from outside the U.S.)
Current Travel Conditions
As of Saturday, June 14, Iranian airspace is closed, and commercial flight options are suspended. Citizens seeking to depart the country are advised to confirm the availability of alternate routes. The following land borders remain open:
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✅ Armenia
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✅ Türkiye
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⚠️ Azerbaijan – While general land borders are closed, entry may be permitted at the Astara border crossing with special authorization from the Government of Azerbaijan.
Please be advised: The U.S. government cannot guarantee your safety during travel via any of these routes. You should only attempt to leave Iran if you are confident it is safe to do so under your circumstances.
Final Guidance
We urge U.S. citizens to remain informed through trusted news sources and official U.S. government channels. This is a rapidly evolving situation, and safety measures may change at any time.
If you or someone you know is affected, please share this information immediately and contact the Department of State as outlined above.