If you have a security clearance and international travel

[Anonymous]

Sorry we were told no to Mexico and Columbia. Russia also even though I went a few years ago with no issue.

Interestingly enough, I think Cuba is allowed now though.

How about you find a nice Caribbean island instead? Or Costa Rica. They all have similar amenities but are safer.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:There are absolutely parts of Mexico that are restricted.

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/mexico-travel-advisory.html

It does state that there are no restrictions for US Gov workers there but travelers should exercise increased caution.

Government workers are different than Feds/contractors with a clearance. There are more restrictions on the latter

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:You’re an idiot and a jerk as well. Yes, Mexico City and Colombia are places where security clearance might be restricted.
You should not be traveling. Period.

No, you are.

He shouldn’t have a problem getting approved for Mexico. Colombia I’m not sure about.

+1

[Anonymous]

It really depends on your DH's clearance level and the type of work he does.
Also, people can be granted exemptions for certain reasons, but a family vacation isn't likely to be one of them. (ie, I had a friend who was allowed to go to China to adopt their daughter, but DH wasn't allowed to go to China as part of a family trip to Asia)

I would trust your husband on this one.

[Anonymous]

Why would anyone seek a career where you have to get "approval" for travel, for expanding one's horizons, for making a human connection - which is the basis for peace among nations.

[Anonymous]

I work in a cleared environment. There are now covid rules in place that say if f I travel outside of the country, I am required to quarantine for 14 days before I am allowed back in the building. I think it's also the same 14 day quarantine rule if someone I live with travels outside the country.

It is a huge hassle to travel outside of the country right now.

I am not sure that I would be able to get the required prior-approval to travel for an international family getaway b/c the message at work is: "Just because you can, doesn't mean you should."

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why would anyone seek a career where you have to get "approval" for travel, for expanding one's horizons, for making a human connection - which is the basis for peace among nations.

Some people care about serving their country, which most people with security clearances are doing on one level or another. We need people who are willing to be personally inconvenienced sometimes for the greater good of our society.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why would anyone seek a career where you have to get "approval" for travel, for expanding one's horizons, for making a human connection - which is the basis for peace among nations.

I don’t know - frankly, I have a TS clearance, admittedly at a “soft” agency (one that doesn’t polygraph, for example). I’ve never sought “approval” for my foreign travel. We report it, yes, but I’ve never been told I can’t or shouldn’t go somewhere. I guess I’ve never tried to go to Russia or China or Venezuela, but I’ve been to a number of adjacent countries and most areas of the world without issue. Covid aside, that part of Colombia I would not attempt, however. Mexico City should be fine.

[Anonymous]

Colombia has very few restrictions, but you should be fine if you are going to any major city. If you are going to FARC country, you will probably get denied. BTW- since the security situation has improved, there are a lot of better places to go than Choco.

Regarding Mexico, the usual tourist locations are fair game, unless things have changed recently. Also, some agencies might have more restrictions due to covid.

[Anonymous]

There are ways to visit Aruba without the boring run-of-the-mill resort experience. Why not compromise on a more adventurous vacation to a plan your DH can and wants to visit?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I live in Mexico City and am associated with the US Embassy. Travel here is okay; to other parts of the country it is not.

I know you don't care about COVID, which I find careless and terrible for a number of reasons. Are you aware testing rates are something like 60-70% + ?

Holy S.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I work in a cleared environment. There are now covid rules in place that say if f I travel outside of the country, I am required to quarantine for 14 days before I am allowed back in the building. I think it's also the same 14 day quarantine rule if someone I live with travels outside the country.

It is a huge hassle to travel outside of the country right now.

I am not sure that I would be able to get the required prior-approval to travel for an international family getaway b/c the message at work is: "Just because you can, doesn't mean you should."

Me too. I don't think OP's destinations are an issue, it's just the timing. My agency doesn't want anybody traveling internationally. I don't think they can stop us, but you will have to quarantine upon return. OP, may not care about COVID, which is reckless IMHO, but I'm thankful the office I go into does take it seriously and is looking after my well-being.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Why would anyone seek a career where you have to get "approval" for travel, for expanding one's horizons, for making a human connection - which is the basis for peace among nations.

It's actually not a big deal unless you want to go to places like Syria and North Korea.

[Anonymous]

Just go to Puerto Rico.

[Anonymous]

You sound like an insufferable brat. I wouldn't want to travel with you either.