Kabul: The number of people wanting to leave Afghanistan after the Taliban’s occupation is increasing continuously. For the past several days, there has been a crowd of thousands of people at Kabul Airport. The US Embassy in Kabul has issued guidelines to its citizens on Saturday. It states that US citizens should avoid traveling towards Kabul Airport. They are advised to avoid the airport gates and stay away.
In the instructions issued by the embassy, it was said not to come to the airport until a personal instruction is received from the representative of the US government. Along with this, it was also told that all these steps are being taken due to possible security threats outside the gates of Kabul airport.
Along with this, it has also been said from the Embassy that American citizens who want to leave Afghanistan and have not yet filled the repatriation form, they should complete it as soon as possible. Along with this, it was also said that those who are waiting for the immigrant visa and want to go from here, should also complete this form.
Fill out the repatriation form to communicate
The US embassy has asked any citizen not to call the US embassy in Kabul to get information about the flights. The instructions clearly state that this repatriation form is the only way to communicate about flights.
The embassy said in its instructions that in future changes in the security situation, we will contact the registered US citizen. Apart from being alert, some additional instructions were also given by the embassy to the citizens.
- Be aware and alert of your surroundings at all times. Pay special attention when you are in crowded places.
- Follow the instructions given by the concerned local authorities for movement.
- Create a contingency plan in case of emergency and review travellers’ checklist.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security and other alerts that make it easier to find you in case of an emergency.
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