The U.S. travel advisory tiers, issued by the Department of State, has four levels: Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions) Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) Level 4 (Do Not Travel)

In a significant move to safeguard American travelers, the US Department of State has updated its travel advisory system, identifying 23 nations where heightened caution is urged. The advisory system evaluates a range of risks,

The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 advisory to exercise increased caution for American travelers going to Turks and Caicos.

The State Department advisory warns of crime and about bringing any guns or ammunition with you when trying to enter or exit the islands.

The State Department encourages U.S. citizens traveling to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program for emergency updates and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.. Other safety tips: Do not bring weapons or ammunition to the Turks and Caicos Islands. Avoid walking alone and at night.

The US is warning American travelers to "exercise increased caution" if they visit the Turks and Caicos Islands. The State Department updated its travel advisory for Turks and Caicos on Tuesday, Mar. 4. The "level 2" advisory comes after several US citizens were arrested for carrying bullets in their luggage.