US Warns Russia May Conscript Dual US/Russia Citizens

Via press release from the State Department:

On September 21, the Russian government began a mobilization of its citizens to the armed forces in support of its invasion of Ukraine.

Russia may refuse to acknowledge dual nationals’ U.S. citizenship, deny their access to U.S. consular assistance, prevent their departure from Russia, and conscript dual nationals for military service.

Commercial flight options are extremely limited at present and are often unavailable on short notice. Overland routes by car and bus are still open.

If you wish to depart Russia, you should make independent arrangements as soon as possible. The U.S. Embassy has severe limitations on its ability to assist U.S. citizens, and conditions, including transportation options, may suddenly become even more limited.

U.S. citizens should not travel to Russia and those residing or traveling in Russia should depart Russia immediately while limited commercial travel options remain.

State Dept telling Americans in Russia to leave immediately, citing many concerns including Russia refusing to acknowledge dual nationals’ U.S. citizenship and conscripting dual nationals for military service. https://t.co/cZdu5udwr3

— Kylie Atwood (@kylieatwood) September 28, 2022