If you can secure a flight out of Bahrain and it’s safe to travel to the airport, leave now while commercial flights are available. Bahrain airspace may open or close at short notice, impacting flights at Bahrain International Airport. Check the status of any border crossing before you travel by air, land or sea.
Civilian infrastructure including hotels, roads, bridges, universities, energy infrastructure, including oil production facilities, water infrastructure and airports may continue to be targeted. There are widespread movement restrictions and other travel disruptions in the region. We raised our level of advice for Bahrain to do not travel on 28 February due to the volatile security situation in the region.
Australian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family members in Bahrain can register with DFAT to receive direct updates. See the ‘Safety’ section for details on how to register.
If you stay in Bahrain, monitor local warning systems and 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.
Terrorism is a threat, including in Bahrain. 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. Avoid Israeli and US diplomatic missions and other locations associated with Israeli, Jewish and US interests (see ‘Safety’).
If you need emergency consular assistance, contact the Australian Government’s Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 (if you’re overseas) or 1300 555 135 (in Australia).
We advise:
Do not travel to Bahrain due to the volatile security situation in the region.
