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Here's some travel advice to keep you informed and safe when it comes
to travel to Bahrain...
Terrorism
We advise you to exercise a high degree of caution in Bahrain because of the high threat of terrorist attack. We continue to receive reports that terrorists are planning attacks against Western interests in the region. These attacks could occur at any time and could be directed against any locations known to be frequented by foreigners.
In planning your activities, consider the kind of places known to be terrorist targets which include shopping areas, supermarkets, embassies, hotels, clubs, restaurants, cinemas and theatres, schools, places of worship, outdoor recreation events and tourist areas.
The terrorist organisation Al Qaeda continues to publicly threaten to attack Westerners in the Arabian Peninsula. Terrorists have attacked westerners in this region. Recent examples include the March 2005 suicide bombing of a theatre frequented by Westerners in Doha and the attack on residential compounds in Saudi Arabia in 2004 that resulted in a number of deaths. Further attacks such as these against targets in the Arabian Peninsula, including Bahrain, cannot be ruled out.
Civil Unrest/Political Tension
You should avoid political demonstrations and public rallies as they may become violent. Tensions may be high at religious gatherings.
Local Law and Customs
Travellers are reminded that when overseas, they are subject to local laws. Local laws and legal processes can be very different from those in your country. A violation of local laws may result in a jail sentence, served in a local prison. Consular assistance cannot override local law, even where local laws may appear harsh or unjust by your standards.
Penalties for drug offences, including for possession, are severe and include the death penalty and life imprisonment.
Serious crimes, such as murder, may attract the death penalty.
Homosexuality and homosexual acts are illegal in Bahrain.
Local customs
There are strict standards of dress and behaviour in Bahrain and you should take care not to offend.
Entry and Exit Requirements
Visa conditions change regularly. Contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Bahrain for the most up to date information.
Health Issues
Your doctor or travel clinic is the best source of information about immunisations and disease outbreaks overseas. The World Health Organization (WHO) provides information for travellers.
Travel and Health Insurance
Travel and health insurance is strongly recommended for all overseas travel. Travellers should check with their insurer to make sure that their policy meets their needs. In particular, travellers should seek advice from their insurer on what type of circumstances and activities are the subject of exclusions in their policy.
Source: Australian Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade
If you're gonna travel abroad, make sure you are prepared... take it from us, travel insurance is an absolute must!
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