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Before planning a trip abroad, find out about travel advisories in other countries. Learn about registering for the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).

What Is STEP? The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service offered by the U.S. Department of State that allows U.S. citizens and nationals traveling or living abroad to register their trip with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

The new STEP platform allows you to use a login.gov account to customize your subscriptions and receive country-specific email alerts during the timeframe of your choice. You can enroll multiple trips or locations at once and can modify your subscriptions or unenroll at any time.

Launch of the New Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) - U.S ...

Enrollment for STEP involves first visiting the STEP website and creating a login. Following this, users are provided with the option to fill out a detailed profile, including contact information (such as email and contact phone number) and residences abroad.

Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals to enroll their trip abroad so the Department of State can accurately and quickly contact them in case of emergency.

On , the Department of State launched a new version of the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). Re-enroll in the new system at step.state.gov to continue receiving alerts.