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Middle East - SERVICE ALERT
As military activity in Iran continues and Iranian forces conduct retaliatory strikes against U.S. bases and assets in the region, the U.S. Department of State has urged Americans to depart multiple countries while commercial travel options remain available due to escalating security concerns.
- An ordered departure has been issued for U.S. citizens in Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen
- Ongoing hostilities are prompting commercial airlines to cancel or delay flights throughout the region
- U.S. embassies are impacted as follows:
- Closed indefinitely / temporary: Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Lebanon, and Israel
- Suspended / limited services: Consular operations are heavily reduced in Iraq, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Pakistan
- The State Department has ordered non-emergency staff to leave multiple countries and urged U.S. citizens to depart Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the U.A.E., and Yemen
The situation remains fluid, and guidance, travel availability, and diplomatic operations may change quickly as conditions evolve.
Americans who require assistance arranging departure via commercial transportation may contact the Department of State at +1-202-501-4444 (from overseas) or +1-888-407-4747 (from within the United States and Canada). U.S. citizens traveling internationally are strongly encouraged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive real-time security updates and allow the Department to reach them quickly in an emergency. Non-U.S. citizens should contact their respective embassies or consulates for country-specific guidance and assistance, as procedures and available support may vary by nationality. Individuals are encouraged to monitor official communications from their home country’s foreign ministry or diplomatic mission for the most current information.
Older Posts: March 3, 2026
On Saturday, the launch of Operation Epic Fury in the Middle East caused immediate travel and security disruptions, including airspace closures over the UAE, Israel, Qatar, and other countries in the region, flight cancellations and diversions, unsafe maritime transit through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, and port closures.
NEI Response: Starting Saturday and continuing through the weekend, NEI identified impacted transferees and assignees and contacted them to confirm their safety and identify any immediate needs. NEI shared status updates with clients on affected employees. Where necessary, services -particularly in travel and temporary housing - have been adjusted.
NEI Ongoing Actions: NEI continues to work with clients and service partners to assess conditions in the region and determine best course of action to support transferees and assignees. Destination services in impacted countries have been temporarily halted until conditions are stabilized. Clients should anticipate potential increases in household goods freight costs due to War Risk and Security surcharges, scheduling volatility, and possible last-minute routing or port adjustments.
NEI will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more information becomes available. Please contact your NEI representative with any questions or for case-specific guidance.
Middle East - SERVICE ALERT
As military activity in Iran continues and Iranian forces conduct retaliatory strikes against U.S. bases and assets in the region, the U.S. Department of State has urged Americans to depart multiple countries while commercial travel options remain available due to escalating security concerns.
- An ordered departure has been issued for U.S. citizens in Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen
- Ongoing hostilities are prompting commercial airlines to cancel or delay flights throughout the region
- U.S. embassies are impacted as follows:
- Closed indefinitely / temporary: Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Lebanon, and Israel
- Suspended / limited services: Consular operations are heavily reduced in Iraq, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Pakistan
- The State Department has ordered non-emergency staff to leave multiple countries and urged U.S. citizens to depart Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the U.A.E., and Yemen
The situation remains fluid, and guidance, travel availability, and diplomatic operations may change quickly as conditions evolve.
Americans who require assistance arranging departure via commercial transportation may contact the Department of State at +1-202-501-4444 (from overseas) or +1-888-407-4747 (from within the United States and Canada). U.S. citizens traveling internationally are strongly encouraged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive real-time security updates and allow the Department to reach them quickly in an emergency. Non-U.S. citizens should contact their respective embassies or consulates for country-specific guidance and assistance, as procedures and available support may vary by nationality. Individuals are encouraged to monitor official communications from their home country’s foreign ministry or diplomatic mission for the most current information.
Older Posts: March 3, 2026
On Saturday, the launch of Operation Epic Fury in the Middle East caused immediate travel and security disruptions, including airspace closures over the UAE, Israel, Qatar, and other countries in the region, flight cancellations and diversions, unsafe maritime transit through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, and port closures.
NEI Response: Starting Saturday and continuing through the weekend, NEI identified impacted transferees and assignees and contacted them to confirm their safety and identify any immediate needs. NEI shared status updates with clients on affected employees. Where necessary, services -particularly in travel and temporary housing - have been adjusted.
NEI Ongoing Actions: NEI continues to work with clients and service partners to assess conditions in the region and determine best course of action to support transferees and assignees. Destination services in impacted countries have been temporarily halted until conditions are stabilized. Clients should anticipate potential increases in household goods freight costs due to War Risk and Security surcharges, scheduling volatility, and possible last-minute routing or port adjustments.
NEI will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more information becomes available. Please contact your NEI representative with any questions or for case-specific guidance.
Middle East - SERVICE ALERT
As military activity in Iran continues and Iranian forces conduct retaliatory strikes against U.S. bases and assets in the region, the U.S. Department of State has urged Americans to depart multiple countries while commercial travel options remain available due to escalating security concerns.
- An ordered departure has been issued for U.S. citizens in Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen
- Ongoing hostilities are prompting commercial airlines to cancel or delay flights throughout the region
- U.S. embassies are impacted as follows:
- Closed indefinitely / temporary: Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Lebanon, and Israel
- Suspended / limited services: Consular operations are heavily reduced in Iraq, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Pakistan
- The State Department has ordered non-emergency staff to leave multiple countries and urged U.S. citizens to depart Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the U.A.E., and Yemen
The situation remains fluid, and guidance, travel availability, and diplomatic operations may change quickly as conditions evolve.
Americans who require assistance arranging departure via commercial transportation may contact the Department of State at +1-202-501-4444 (from overseas) or +1-888-407-4747 (from within the United States and Canada). U.S. citizens traveling internationally are strongly encouraged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive real-time security updates and allow the Department to reach them quickly in an emergency. Non-U.S. citizens should contact their respective embassies or consulates for country-specific guidance and assistance, as procedures and available support may vary by nationality. Individuals are encouraged to monitor official communications from their home country’s foreign ministry or diplomatic mission for the most current information.
Older Posts: March 3, 2026
On Saturday, the launch of Operation Epic Fury in the Middle East caused immediate travel and security disruptions, including airspace closures over the UAE, Israel, Qatar, and other countries in the region, flight cancellations and diversions, unsafe maritime transit through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, and port closures.
NEI Response: Starting Saturday and continuing through the weekend, NEI identified impacted transferees and assignees and contacted them to confirm their safety and identify any immediate needs. NEI shared status updates with clients on affected employees. Where necessary, services -particularly in travel and temporary housing - have been adjusted.
NEI Ongoing Actions: NEI continues to work with clients and service partners to assess conditions in the region and determine best course of action to support transferees and assignees. Destination services in impacted countries have been temporarily halted until conditions are stabilized. Clients should anticipate potential increases in household goods freight costs due to War Risk and Security surcharges, scheduling volatility, and possible last-minute routing or port adjustments.
NEI will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more information becomes available. Please contact your NEI representative with any questions or for case-specific guidance.
