home
***
CD-ROM
|
disk
|
FTP
|
other
***
search
/
Wayzata World Factbook 1995
/
World Factbook - 1995 Edition - Wayzata Technology (1995).iso
/
mac
/
text
/
Build
/
tvltxt
/
LIBYA.TVL
< prev
next >
Wrap
Text File
|
1994-12-07
|
11KB
|
209 lines
Libya - Travel Warning
August 31, 1993
The United States Department of State warns all U.S. citizens to avoid
travel to Libya and to depart the country immediately if resident of visitor
there. The U..S. government has determined that due to Libya's long history
of flouting international law and directing terrorist attacks against U.S.
citizens, it is unsafe for Americans to travel there. U.S. passports are
not valid for travel to, in or through Libya unless a special validation is
obtained from the department of state. All financial and commercial
transactions with Libya are prohibited, unless licensed by the U.S. Treasury
Department.
There is no U.S. Embassy in Libya. U.S. government interests ate
represented by the government of Belgium, which as a protecting power can
provide only limited emergency service to U.S. citizens. Further details
can be obtained in the Department of State's Consular Information
Information Sheet on Libya.
No. 93-034
This extends the Department of State's warning travel warning for Libya
issued January 8, 1993.
Libya - Consular Information Sheet
August 31, 1993
Warning: The United States Department of State warns all U.S. citizens to
avoid travel to Libya and to depart the country immediately if resident or
visiting there. The U.S. Government has determined that due to Libya's long
history of flouting international law and directing terrorist attacks
against U.S. citizens, it is unsafe for Americans to travel there. U.S.
passports are not valid for travel to, in or through Libya unless a special
validation is obtained from the Department of State. All financial and
commercial transactions with Libya are prohibited, unless licensed by the
U.S. Treasury Department. There is no U.S. Embassy in Libya. U.S.
Government interests are represented by the Government of Belgium, which as
a protecting power can provide only limited emergency services to U.S.
citizens.
Country Description: The Socialist People's Libyan Arab Jamahiriya
considers itself an Islamic Arab Socialist "Mass-State", (i.e., a state run
by the masses). Libya has a developing economy. Islamic ideals and beliefs
provide the conservative foundation of the country's customs, laws and
practices. Tourist facilities are not widely available.
Entry Requirements: Passports and visas are required. On December 11,
1981, U.S. passports ceased to be valid for travel to, in or through Libya
and may not be used for that purpose without a special validation. Without
this requisite validation, use of a U.S. passport for travel to, in or
through Libya may constitute a violation of 18 U.S.C. 1544, and may be
punishable by a fine and/or imprisonment.
In addition, the Department of the Treasury prohibits all travel-related
transactions by U.S. persons intending to visit Libya, unless specifically
licensed by the Office of Foreign Assets Control. There are limited
exceptions to this licensing requirement for Libyan nationals' family
members, and for journalists.
The categories of individuals eligible for consideration for a special
passport validation are set forth in 22 C.F.R. 51.74. Passport validation
requests for Libya can be forwarded in writing to the following address:
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Passport Services
U.S. Department of State
1425 K Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20522-1705
Attn: Office of Citizenship Appeals and Legal Assistance (Room 300).
Telephone (202) 326-6168 or 326-6182.
The request must be accompanied by supporting documentation according to the
category under which validation is sought. Currently, the four categories
of persons specified in 22 C.F.R. 51.74 as being eligible for consideration
for passport validation are as follows:
[1] Professional reporters: includes full-time members of the reporting or
writing staff of a newspaper, magazine or broadcasting network whose purpose
for travel is to gather information about Libya for dissemination to the
general public.
[2] American Red Cross: Applicant establishes that he or she is a
representative of the American Red Cross or International Red Cross
traveling pursuant to an officially sponsored Red Cross mission.
[3] Humanitarian considerations: Applicant must establish that his or her
trip is justified by compelling humanitarian considerations or for family
unification. At this time, "compelling humanitarian considerations" include
situations where the applicant can document that an immediate family member
is critically ill in Libya. Documentation concerning family illness must
include the name and address of the relative, and be from that relative's
physician attesting to the nature and gravity of the illness. "Family
unification" situations may include cases in which spouses or minor children
are residing in Libya, with and dependent on, a Libyan national spouse or
parent for their support.
[4] National interest: The applicant's request is otherwise found to be in
the national interest.
In all requests for passport validation for travel to Libya, the name, date
and place of birth for all concerned persons must be given, as well as the
U.S. passport numbers. Documentation as outlined above should accompany all
requests. Additional information may be obtained by writing to the above
address or by calling the Office of Citizenship Appeals and Legal Assistance
at [202] 326-6168 or 326-6182.
U.S. Treasury Restrictions: In addition to the passport validation, U.S.
Treasury requirements must be met. Travelers may contact the Treasury
Department at the following address and phone number:
Chief of Licensing
Office of Foreign Assets Control
U.S. Department of the Treasury
1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20220
Telephone (202) 622-2480; fax (202) 622-1657
U.S. Treasury Sanctions: On January 7, 1986, the United States imposed
sanctions against Libya, which are administered by the U.S. Treasury
Department, prohibiting all travel-related transactions with respect to
Libya for U.S. citizens and permanent resident aliens. There are limited
exceptions for Libyan nationals' family members who register with the
Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control or with the Embassy
of Belgium in Tripoli, and for full-time journalists. As of February 1,
1986, the President further prohibited transactions by U.S. persons relating
to transportation to or from Libya. Additionally, all financial and
commercial transactions by U.S. persons anywhere in the world with Libya are
prohibited. This includes working in Libya, providing a service of any
nature to Libya, or participating in an unauthorized transaction of any kind
involving property in which Libya has an interest. Violations of the Libyan
sanctions may result in penalties, fines and/or imprisonment.
Under the Libyan Sanctions Regulations and in addition to any passport
validation issued by the Department of State, the U.S. Treasury Department
requires that U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents who wish to travel
to Libya to visit immediate family members in Libya are authorized to visit
Libya only if they file a registration letter prior to their trip with the
Office of Foreign Assets Control or with the Embassy of Belgium in Tripoli.
The registration must contain the following information:
(1) Name, date and place of birth of the person registering [including the
name under which a registrant's most recent U.S. passport was issued, if
that is different];
(2) If applicable, place and date of the registrant's naturalization as a
U.S. citizen, and the number of the registrant's naturalization certificate,
or, for permanent resident aliens, the alien registration number of the
registrant's alien registration receipt card;
(3) The name, relationship, and address of the immediate family member in
Libya whose relationship forms the basis for the registrant's eligibility;
and
(4) The number and issue date of the registrant's current U.S. passport,
and the most recent date on which the passport was validated by the U.S.
Department of State for travel to Libya.
U.N. Sanctions: U.N. Security Council sanctions against Libya, including an
air embargo, took effect on April 15, 1992. U.N. Security Council
Resolution 748, passed on March 31, 1992, imposed sanctions on Libya until
Libya fully complies with the provisions of U.N. Resolution 731 and 748,
adopted on January 21, 1992. U.N. Security Council Resolutions 731 and 748
were adopted in response to Libya's responsibility for the bombings of Pan
Am flight 103 and UTA flight 772. The U.S. cannot predict if or when Libya
will comply with the U.N. demands. Since April 15, 1992, when air links
were discontinued, it has become difficult to leave Libya. The sale in the
United States of air transportation including any stop in Libya became
illegal under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, 50 U.S.C.
1701.
Medical Facilities: Basic modern medical care and medicines may not be
available in Libya.
Information on Crime: Crime is generally not a serious problem for
travelers in Libya. The loss or theft of a U.S. passport abroad should be
reported immediately to local police, the U.S. Interests Section, and the
nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Useful information on safeguarding
valuables, protecting personal security, and other matters while traveling
abroad is provided in the Department of State pamphlets, "A Safe Trip
Abroad" and "Tips for Travelers to the Middle East or North Africa." They
are available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws and legal practices
of the country in which they travel. Penalties for possession, use or
trafficking in illegal drugs are severe in Libya, and convicted offenders
can expect jail sentences and fines.
Registration: There is no U.S. embassy in Libya. The U.S. government is
not in a position to accord normal consular protective services to U.S.
citizens in Libya. U.S. Government interests are represented by the
Government of Belgium, which as a protecting power can provide only limited
emergency services to U.S. citizens.
Embassy Location: There is no U.S. embassy or consulate in Libya. The U.S.
Interests Section of the Embassy of Belgium is located at Tower 4, That al
Imad complex, in the capital city of Tripoli. The Belgian Embassy's mailing
address is P.O. 91650, Tripoli, Libya. The telephone number is (218-21)
33771.
No. 93-220
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated January 8, 1993 to
include new telephone numbers for the Office of Foreign Assets Control and
the U.S. Treasury, and to add information on reporting the loss or theft of
a U.S. passport abroad.