Updated with changes to security information. Do not travel to Somalia due to crime , terrorism , civil unrest , health , kidnapping , piracy , and lack of availability of routine consular services . Country Summary Due to security risks, U.S. government employees working in Somalia are prohibited from traveling outside the Mogadishu International Airport complex where the U.S. Embassy is located. The U.S. Embassy in Mogadishu maintains normal staffing. Crime Violent crime is common throughout S...
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