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Plan Flexibly
When possible, choose refundable flights and accommodations, and review your insurance to ensure coverage for entry bans or diplomatic disruptions.
Consult Legal or Travel Experts
If your travel is tied to business, education, or specialized work, consider consulting immigration lawyers or travel advisors familiar with the latest policies.
Register with STEP
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive travel alerts and stay connected with U.S. embassies while abroad.
Final Thoughts: Travel in a Changing World
The recent travel bans in Mali and Burkina Faso represent more than simple visa updates; they signal a new era of travel policy shaped by geopolitics, reciprocity, and sovereign assertion. For U.S. citizens, this means navigating a more complex and politically charged world of international travel — one where entry rights can be influenced not just by tourism goals or business interests, but by diplomatic tensions half a world away.
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