Due to the overall volatile security situation in the region, we raised our level of advice for Saudi Arabia to reconsider your need to travel on 1 March.
Prioritise your safety, monitor events and follow local advice. Shelter in place during strikes. Be aware of your environment and avoid government, military or energy infrastructure, including oil production facilities, Israeli and US diplomatic missions and other locations associated with Israeli, Jewish and US interests. If warned of an imminent attack, move to an enclosed shelter, ideally underground or close to ground level if available. If these are not available, seek an inner room without windows.
Ahead of the Hajj 2026 season, we continue to advise reconsider travelling to Saudi Arabia due to the Middle East conflict. If you’ve been successful in the Hajj permit process and decide to travel, you should understand the risks due to the volatile and unpredictable security environment. The Saudi Ministry of Interior is providing information on arrangements to support the safety and security of pilgrims. Follow the Saudi Ministry of Interior’s social media account for Hajj updates (see ‘Travel’).
Terrorism is a threat, including in Saudi Arabia. Terrorist attacks could happen at any time or anywhere. Maintain a high level of security awareness. Avoid possible targets including venues that draw in foreigners, tourists or crowds where possible. If there’s a security incident, follow the advice of local authorities (see ‘Safety’).
We now advise:
Reconsider your need to travel to Saudi Arabia overall due to the volatile security situation in the region.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
