The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) www.step.state.gov is a free service designed by the U.S. Department of State to allow U.S. citizens and nationals traveling and living abroad to enroll their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
Enroll in STEP www.travel.state.gov to receive the most up-to-date travel and safety information while abroad, including Travel Warnings & Travel Alerts. By entering your travel itinerary and contact information in STEP helps the U.S. embassies and consulates around the world to stay connected with your travel plans. This allows you to be contacted directly during an emergency – including situations where family and friends in the United States are having problems trying to contact you. The itinerary and contact information is safeguarded and not released to third parties without your written authorization.
Stay Connected! Stay Informed! Stay Safe!