Violence and crime are threats in separatist areas of South Ossetia and Abkhazia. For your own safety, avoid these regions if at all possible. The U.S. State Department warns that travel in these areas and areas in Western Georgia up to the border of Russia are potentially hazardous and travel there is discouraged.
The U.S. State Department advises that all Americans living in or visiting Georgia register with the American Embassy in Tbilisi and stay updated on travel warnings by monitoring the U.S. State Department's website at travel.state.gov and watching local news. People who would like to verify the safety of an American family or friends in Georgia can call 888-407-4747.
Visitors to all regions of Georgia are cautioned to stay alert and aware of their surroundings and to stick to main roads if travel is necessary after dark. Visitors should also stay away from any area where demonstrations are taking place, as they can quickly escalate into violence.
