Bahrain - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed.
Exercise increased caution in Bahrain due to terrorism.
Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Bahrain. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, and local government facilities.
Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Bahrain.
If you decide to travel to Bahrain:
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
- Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists/Westerners.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
- Review the Country Security Report for Bahrain.
- Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.
- Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
