Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
Maximum Alerts / Bahrain
Level published by the State Department on 26.08.2026 · read 16 October 2026 · source checked daily
Bahrain — official level as of 16 October 2026: Level 3/4 ("Reconsider Travel"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, EUR 1.5M, certificate on payment.
Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?
An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.
The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.
You will be alerted only on the day the official level of this country changes.
1 recorded incident (UCDP)hover, click to open it in the briefing
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: +41 22 ••• •• •• — 24/7 support number, an adviser stays with you to the end.
The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.
What I say on the phone
What to do, in this order
In immediate danger, call local emergency services first. Then contact assistance without delay; before engaging a service, seek approval under your policy. Cover is confirmed by the insurer.
Ask assistance where to get care and whether direct cover can be arranged. It confirms the facility and seeks the insurer's approval under your policy. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Even for a pain you meant to shrug off. Without a medical certificate written on the spot, the same day, the insurer cannot cover the event — a certificate written after you return does not count.
The hospital desk sends the request to assistance. Direct payment depends on the insurer's approval and the policy; the call alone does not guarantee it. Have the response confirmed before relying on no up-front payment.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services immediately. For an arranged transfer or repatriation, contact assistance: the insurer's medical team decides on measures under the policy. A medical flight booked without approval may not be reimbursed.
Even if everything went well on the ground. Send your invoices and the medical report within 30 days; after that, compensation may be reduced or refused.
Reading hospitals, doctors and pharmacies around this point…
Shaikh Isa Avenue
near طريق 2151
Al-Shuyoukh Avenue
near شارع الشيوخ
near طريق 1913
near طريق 1907
near طريق 1910
near طريق 3201
near طريق 2901
18th floor 2421 manama
general;dentistry;dermatology;gynaecology;emergency;blood_check;dermatovenereolo
Sa-Th 08:30 AM-22:00 PM
Highway 35
near شارع الشيخ عطية الله بن عبدالرحمن
near طريق 2425
near طريق 6261
Shaikh Isa Avenue
near طريق 6465
near طريق 6465
Avenue 1
2825
Sa-Th 10:00-22:00; Fr 15:30-22:00
Shela Avenue
near شارع شيلا
near شارع القاهرة
Isa Town
24/7
Palace Avenue
Shaikh Isa Avenue
شارع طرفة بن العبد
Government Avenue
near طريق 2909
near طريق 2421
near شارع الشباب
near شارع الشيخ عطية الله بن عبدالرحمن
Avenue 10
Shaik Hamad Avenue
near شارع 13
Al Khalifa Avenue
Sheik Mohammed Bin Salman Avenue
Abdul Rahman Al Fadhel Avenue
Shaikh Isa Avenue
Busaiteen Avenue
Avenue 1
Avenue 14
Avenue 1
Budaiya Highway
near شارع 29
Kawara Village / Tubli Village
24/7
544 طريق 4415
near شارع حاتم الطائي
near طريق 813
مدينة عيسى
Al-Doha Avenue
24/7
Avenue 1
near طريق 210
near طريق 3619
270 طريق 2510 Manama
Mo-Fr 08:00-15:00
near شارع السلمانية
55 شارع السلمانية
near طريق 2615
شارع الحكومة Manama
near طريق 2802
near طريق 2802
near شارع عمان
near طريق 3212
near طريق 3220
near طريق 3224
المنامة
near شارع الفاتح
near طريق 1653
near شارع 28
near طريق 301
Isa Town
near طريق 1522
المنامة
near شارع دمشق
المنامة
المنامة
المنامة
المنامة
المنامة
المنامة
المنامة
الجفير
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
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Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
No geolocated event in this country at this reading.
1 incidents recorded in the country, all pinned on the map above (zoom out) — the 1 closest to Manama are listed here, nearest first.
Source: UCDP — GEDEvent_v26_01_26_06.csv. Closed period, Clear coding, precise location.
No news located around Manama in this reading.
National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Bahrain. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Bahrain. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Bahrain.
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.
Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…
Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Bahrain. If rabies exposures occur while in Bahrain, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.
Recommended for most travelers. Typhoid vaccine is not 100% effective. Practicing safe food and water habits , including washing hands at key times , can also help prevent typhoid fever .
CDC recommendations: Vaccine is not recommended. Country entry requirements: Direct travel from United States: Vaccine is not required. Travel from countries with risk for YF virus transmission: Vaccine is required for travelers ≥9 months old; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission. 3 Updated April 23, 2025 See footnotes
CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026
Low incidence, comparable to Europe.
High coverage.
World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
WHO: no outbreak reported for this country in the last 24 months (Disease Outbreak News).who.int ↗read 15.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — medical care, in French
Les soins médicaux sont assurés. Les hôpitaux exigent une garantie écrite de prise en charge des frais avant de commencer un traitement. En cas d’urgence, la garantie doit être fournie à l’hôpital dans les 24 heures suivant l’admission à l’hôpital. Si vous prenez régulièrement des médicaments , emportez-en une quantité suffisante avec vous. N’oubliez toutefois pas que l’importation de médicaments contenant des stupéfiants (p. ex. méthadone) ou l'importation de substances utilisées pour traiter des troubles psychiques est soumise à des prescriptions spéciales dans de nombreux pays. Le cas échéant, renseignez-vous à ce sujet, avant le départ, auprès de la représentation étrangère compétente (ambassade ou consulat) et consultez la rubrique Liens voyages , où vous trouverez, entre autres, de plus amples informations sur ce thème ainsi que sur la médecine du voyage en général. Les informations concernant la propagation de maladies et les éventuelles mesures de protection à prendre sont fournies par le personnel médical et les centres de vaccination. Liens voyages
France Diplomatiesource ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Consulter si besoin son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) pour faire une évaluation de son état de santé et bénéficier de recommandations sanitaires, notamment sur les vaccinations. Consulter éventuellement son dentiste avant le départ.
Constituer sa pharmacie personnelle en conséquence et n’emporter dans ses bagages que les médicaments strictement nécessaires ; ne jamais consommer de médicaments achetés dans la rue (risque de contrefaçons). Les médicaments doivent être dans leur emballage d’origine avec les étiquettes originales, accompagnés d’une ordonnance portant le nom des médicaments en dénomination commune internationale (DCI). Il est indispensable de vérifier que les médicaments concernés sont autorisés dans le pays visité : pour plus d’informations, consulter la fiche Informations pratiques .
Les vaccins recommandés en France sont également indispensables lors d’un séjour à l’étranger : les maladies qu’ils préviennent circulent partout dans le monde, parfois même plus fréquemment qu’en France. Avant tout départ, le voyageur (adulte et enfant) doit donc d’abord s’assurer d’être à jour du calendrier vaccinal français, en particulier des vaccins contre la diphtérie, le tétanos, la poliomyélite, la coqueluche mais aussi contre la rougeole. Le carnet de vaccination peut être demandé à l’arrivée de certains pays.
Des vaccinations complémentaires peuvent être nécessaires :
Il est donc conseillé de consulter son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) suffisamment de temps avant le voyage.
Les coronavirus sont une vaste famille de virus susceptibles de provoquer un large éventail de maladies chez l’humain, du rhume banal jusqu’à une atteinte respiratoire sévère. Concernant le Mers CoV, la présentation la plus fréquente associe de la fièvre et une infection pulmonaire qui peut être sévère. Des formes mortelles sont possibles. Il n’existe pas de vaccin.
Les mesures classiques d’hygiène sont recommandées :
En cas de survenue de forte fièvre, de toux et/ou de difficultés respiratoires, y compris après le retour consulter un médecin en urgence ou contacter le Samu (15).
Pour toute information complémentaire , consulter la rubrique risques sanitaires ainsi que les sites internet du ministère de la santé et de l’ Organisation mondiale de la Santé .
La fièvre typhoïde est une maladie infectieuse causée par des bactéries présentes dans l’eau contaminée par des matières fécales d’origine humaine. L’infection résulte le plus souvent de l’ingestion d’eau ou d’aliments contaminés, ou d’une transmission directe de personne à personne. Les symptômes surviennent en moyenne 3 semaines après la contamination et associent fièvre, maux de tête, perte d’appétit, douleurs abdominales avec diarrhée ou constipation, fatigue et parfois, éruption cutanée. Dans les formes plus graves, la fièvre typhoïde peut être fatale en l’absence de traitement.
Les mesures de prévention reposent sur…
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé .
Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Before you travel check that:
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Call 999 and ask for an ambulance.
Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
See what health risks you’ll face in Bahrain .
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
If you are using prescribed drugs, you should carry a doctor’s note. If you plan to bring prescription drugs into Bahrain, you may need to seek prior agreement from the authorities. Check with the nearest Bahrain Embassy or consulate before you travel.
Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .
FCDO has a list of medical providers in Bahrain where some staff will speak English.
You will be charged for emergency medical treatment. Make sure you have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad and repatriation.
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro . See guidance on mental health support for UK Nationals in Bahrain .
Poor outdoor air quality is a risk in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Read about the risks from poor air quality on TravelHealthPro .
You can find more information and advice on air quality on the World Health Organisation (WHO) website and check air quality levels on the World Air Quality Index .
Places read from OpenStreetMap, within a circle of about 12 km: phone, email, address, website and hours when the source publishes them. No customer reviews, that source has none. Straight-line distances.
Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).
At least one official reading covers the whole country; no region is singled out.
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — advises against all but essential travel to the whole country.
an official reading covers the whole country; every trip calls for a written management decision, justified by a pressing reason, with reinforced conditions.
Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (14.10.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (17.07.2026) · Natural Earth
No located event in this reading.
Last change: Updated information about Bahraini-UK dual nationality, laws and cultural differences, and air quality in Bahrain ('Entry requirements’, ‘Safety and security’ and 'Health' pages).
Updated 26.08.2026
Reconsider travel to Bahrain due to terrorism and armed conflict .
U.S. government employee travel restrictions
Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Bahrain. Only family members 18 years of age or older may join U.S. government employees who work in Bahrain.
Armed Conflict
Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran and significant disruptions to commercial flights.
Terrorism
There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Bahrain. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more.
Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Bahrain. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning. Targets may include tourist sites, transportation hubs, markets, shopping malls, and religious sites as well as government and military facilities.
Aviation Safety
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an ongoing Notice to Airmen (NOTAM). This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman region, including Bahrain. For more information Americans should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices .
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Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.
No major event in progress is located in this country at this morning's check.
Over 1 January 2026 → 30 June 2026, UCDP (Uppsala University) recorded 1 geolocated violent incidents in this country, for 1 documented deaths.
Most affected areas
Al ‘Āşimah governorate 1
Most recent incidents
Source: UCDP Georeferenced Event Dataset (Uppsala Conflict Data Program), file GEDEvent_v26_01_26_06.csv, CC BY 4.0 licence. We keep only incidents UCDP codes as "Clear" and whose location is precise enough to be placed — about 58% of the dataset. An incident may be revised, moved or withdrawn by UCDP in a later release: these figures describe a closed period, not a live situation.
Reading: The homicide rate is in the same range as Switzerland or France. On the road, 2 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Il est déconseillé aux ressortissants français, sauf pour des raisons impératives, de se rendre à Bahreïn.France Diplomatie ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
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Il est déconseillé aux ressortissants français, sauf pour des raisons impératives, de se rendre à Bahreïn.
L’accès à l’extrême sud de l’île est interdit (zone militaire). Il est défendu d’emprunter les routes signalées par un panneau " private road ". De manière générale, il est déconseillé de s’approcher de sites militaires. Dans le contexte de la crise au Moyen-Orient, la prise de photos de sites ou de scènes sensibles est passible de poursuites.
Compte tenu de la situation régionale, les voyages vers Bahreïn sont déconseillés, sauf pour des raisons impératives. L’évolution de la situation dans la région doit faire l’objet d’une attention constante et soutenue.
La menace terroriste à Bahreïn est relativement peu élevée mais le contexte régional doit inciter à se tenir informé, et à adopter un comportement prudent et vigilant.
La situation régionale pourrait avoir des conséquences sur la situation sécuritaire intérieure. Des situations de tensions locales ou régionales peuvent subvenir et donner lieu à des rassemblements.
Bien que les Français ne soient pas ciblés, il convient d’être vigilant et de se tenir à distance des rassemblements qui peuvent prendre forme à l’occasion de la survenue d’une tension ou lors de la célébration d’évènements politiques ou religieux (période d’élections, anniversaire du soulèvement de février 2011, fêtes de l’Achoura par exemple).
Ces rassemblements peuvent générer des difficultés de circulation, notamment dans l’après-midi et en soirée. Ils se tiennent pour l’essentiel près des axes de circulation (Budaiya Highway, à l’ouest de Manama) et des localités de Diraz, Saar et Sitra.
En cas d’incident ou dans ce contexte, des heurts entre manifestants et forces de l’ordre ne sont pas à exclure.
Certains quartiers de la capitale Manama et de l’île de Muharraq peuvent également faire l’objet de rassemblements ponctuels.
A Bahreïn comme dans de nombreux pays, les ressortissants français peuvent être la cible d’arnaques en tous genres ayant pour principal objectif d’extorquer les voyageurs. Il est recommandé de consulter le guide de prévention contre les arnaques .
Les escroqueries les plus courantes concernent l’usurpation d’identité, la collecte de données personnelles et bancaires par téléphone, la vente en ligne, la location. Dans tous les cas, il est recommandé d’être vigilant, de vérifier systématiquement le sérieux des sociétés auxquelles vous vous adressez, notamment avant versement de toute caution ou avance pécuniaire. Si un voyageur est victime d’une arnaque, il peut effectuer un signalement sur la plateforme Pharos ainsi qu’aux autorités locales sur le site dédié du ministère de l’Intérieur.
Malgré un réseau routier excellent, la circulation peut être dangereuse du fait d’une part, du non-respect des limitations de vitesse et des distances de sécurité, et, d’autre part, des changements de files intempestifs. Il est conseillé d’adopter une conduite prudente et vigilante.
Il est indispensable d’avoir sur soi un document d’identité. En cas de contrôle, l’absence de pièce d’identité peut entraîner le paiement d’une amende importante. La société bahreïnienne est tolérante mais il est recommandé de respecter les habitudes sociales et religieuses du pays (voir rubrique Infos utiles ).
Full text of the Security pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
FDFA update note — Désormais, les voyages touristiques et non urgents à destination du Bahreïn sont déconseillés. (published 24.07.2026)
Les tensions entre le gouvernement sunnite et la majorité chiite marquent la situation à Bahreïn. Les manifestations sont interdites, mais des protestations occasionnelles entraînent des émeutes et des confrontations avec les forces de sécurité, pouvant causer des morts et des blessés. Des perturbations du trafic et des barrages routiers sont également possibles. Le risque d'attentats terroristes ne peut pas être exclu à Bahreïn non plus. Dans le passé, surtout les forces de sécurité et l’infrastructure étatique à Manama et dans ses environs immédiats ont été ciblées. La rubrique terrorisme et enlèvements attire l'attention sur les risques liés au terrorisme. Terrorisme et enlèvements Avant et pendant le voyage, informez-vous sur la situation sécuritaire actuelle dans les médias, par le biais de votre tour-opérateur ou par des personnes de contact sur place. Tenez-vous à l'écart des manifestations et, de manière générale, des rassemblements de foule de tout genre. Conformez-vous scrupuleusement aux directives des autorités locales (par exemple couvre-feux).
Prenez les précautions d'usage contre la petite délinquance. Une certaine vigilance est de mise lorsque vous traitez avec de nouveau contacts d’affaires.
De fortes pluies peuvent provoquer des inondations. La circulation peut s’en trouver temporairement perturbée. Consultez les prévisions météorologiques et suivez les avertissements et les instructions des autorités locales (p. ex. evacuations). Emergency Services in Bahrain
FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 15.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.07.2026 · read 15.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
The US and Iran announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June in relation to the conflict in the Middle East, however the situation in the Middle East remains unpredictable. Since 8 July there have been strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in a number of locations across the region, including Bahrain, against US military and civilian infrastructure. There is a risk of more attacks and unforeseen escalation in the region. On 20 July, the US Embassy Manama issued an advisory that Iran may seek to target unspecified locations in central Manama. Before the ceasefire, the Iranian regime had stated its intention to target locations associated with the US and Israel, including organisations, businesses, facilities, and institutions.
British nationals currently in the Middle East should be prepared for possible flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures, and potential travel disruptions, and should:
- read If you’re affected by a crisis abroad - GOV.UK . This includes guidance on “how to prepare for a crisis” with suggestions on what you might include in your emergency supplies and “what to do in a crisis”
- sign up to FCDO Travel Advice email alerts
- follow advice from the local authorities
- monitor local and international media for the latest information, including updates relating to airports and airspace which could close at short notice
- stay away from areas around security or military facilities
- keep your departure plans under review, noting that in April 2026 there was simultaneous closure of airspace and the King Fahd Causeway to Saudi Arabia, and ensure your travel documents are up to date
- if advised to take shelter, stay indoors or find the nearest safe building or designated shelter. An interior stairwell or a room with as few external walls or windows as possible may provide additional protection. The greatest risk is from falling debris caused by intercepts, and you are safest inside a secure structure. Do not approach or touch any drone or missile fragments or unusual objects
Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.
UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .
Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Bahrain.
Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by foreigners.
Previous attacks using explosive devices in public places have killed and injured people. Such an attack has not been carried out successfully for several years.
Terrorists have threatened to carry out attacks in the Gulf region, including on:
Be aware of your surroundings, particularly during high profile events, and avoid large demonstrations.
Public gatherings, commemorations, demonstrations and protests take place. This can cause:
The risk of protest can increase around anniversaries of significant events in Bahrain and can start with little warning. Locations of past protests include:
Public gatherings in roads or public squares are temporarily banned to protect public safety. Leave the area if you see a large public gathering, demonstration or protest. You should:
If you see a suspect item, move away and call the police on 999 or the Police Hotline 8000 8008.
Travel on the main routes during daylight hours is generally orderly. There can be a police presence or checkpoints on major roads.
Political developments in the wider region have an impact on local public opinion and actions. Be aware of local sensitivities, follow news reports and be alert to local and regional developments, which could lead to public disturbances.
Crime is low in most areas, but you should take normal precautions to protect your belongings. For personal safety, only use reputable taxi companies.
Bahrain is a liberal country compared to others in the region, but there are still conservative social views.
You should respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions and make sure your actions do not cause offence, especially during Ramadan and other religious festivals. Bahrainis observe some religious anniversaries that may not be celebrated in other Gulf countries.
Filming, photography, publishing or redistributing photos or videos of security and military sites, operations or incidents is prohibited. This includes the promotion of unverified or fabricated content pertaining to events, attacks or acts of aggression against Bahrain. Violation of this prohibition risks arrest and prosecution.
Respect the local culture and public security rules when using social media. It could amount to a crime if you…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Bahrain - Level 3: Reconsider Travel 2026-08-26travel.state.gov ↗updated 26.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Reconsider travel to Bahrain due to terrorism and armed conflict .
U.S. government employee travel restrictions
Due to safety risks, U.S. government employees need special authorization to travel to Bahrain. Only family members 18 years of age or older may join U.S. government employees who work in Bahrain.
Armed Conflict
Following the onset of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, 2026, there has been an ongoing threat of drone and missile attacks from Iran and significant disruptions to commercial flights.
Terrorism
There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Bahrain. Visit the U.S. Department of State’s country reports on terrorism to learn more.
Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Bahrain. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning. Targets may include tourist sites, transportation hubs, markets, shopping malls, and religious sites as well as government and military facilities.
Aviation Safety
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an ongoing Notice to Airmen (NOTAM). This is due to risks to civil aviation operating within or nearby the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman region, including Bahrain. For more information Americans should consult the Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices .
Global Affairs Canada — additional reading
Avoid non-essential travel
Avoid non-essential travel to Bahrain due to the volatile security situation in the region.
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 14, 2026 07:57 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all
You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect lengthy jail sentences, heavy fines, as well as the death penalty. The possession of even a very small amount of drugs can result in arrest and, if convicted, a four-year minimum prison term. Alcohol is available for purchase by non-Muslims at special stores. However, Bahraini attitudes regarding alcohol are not favourable. Observe restrictions concerning the consumption of alcohol. Excessive drinking while in transit through a Bahraini airport could lead to detention and a fine. Drugs, alcohol and travel
Bahraini law does not prohibit sexual acts between individuals of the same sex. However, the Bahraini government does not recognize same-sex marriage, and homosexuality is not widely socially accepted. 2SLGBTQI+ persons could face arrest under other charges, such as morality or public decency laws. 2SLGBTQI+ persons should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Bahrain. Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
You must carry photo identification. Under Bahraini law, failure to produce photo identification to an authority when asked is considered an offence and you may be fined. Keep a photocopy of your passport in a safe place, in case it’s lost or confiscated.
The importation, possession, and use of drones, including aerial photography and videography, are strictly regulated in Bahrain. You must obtain authorization before importing or operating a drone. Failure to comply with drone regulations may result in severe penalties, including imprisonment, fines, and confiscation of the equipment. Drone regulations – Government of Bahrain
Do not take photographs of buildings or individuals without prior authorization.
Common-law unions are tolerated but not recognized. Extramarital relations are illegal.
Bahraini customs authorities may enforce strict regulations concerning the temporary import or export of certain items, including firearms, ammunition and other weapons, seditious literature and habit-forming drugs.
If you are involved in Bahraini court proceedings due to indebtedness, labour disagreement or other legal dispute, you may be prevented from leaving the country until your case is resolved.
Bahrain’s customs, laws and regulations adhere closely to Islamic practices and beliefs. The work week is from Sunday to Thursday. Religious proselytizing is not permitted. You may be subject to heavy fines if you show disrespect toward officials by making verbal insults and obscene gestures.
In 2027, the lunar month of Ramadan is expected to begin on or around February 7. In public, between sunrise and sunset, be discreet when:
Possession of pornographic material is forbidden.
Child custody decisions are based on Islamic law. It is extremely difficult for a Canadian woman, even if she is Muslim, to obtain custody of her children through a Bahraini court decision. Regardless of their parents’ marital status, minor children of a Bahraini father may not leave Bahrain without their father’s permission.
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Bahrain. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Bahrain by an abducting parent:
If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 14, 2026 07:57 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences
Bahrain is a liberal country compared to others in the region, but there are still conservative social views. You should respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions and make sure your actions do not cause offence, especially during Ramadan and other religious festivals. Bahrainis observe some religious anniversaries that may not be celebrated in other Gulf countries.
Filming, photography, publishing or redistributing photos or videos of security and military sites, operations or incidents is prohibited. This includes the promotion of unverified or fabricated content pertaining to events, attacks or acts of aggression against Bahrain. Violation of this prohibition risks arrest and prosecution.
Respect the local culture and public security rules when using social media. It could amount to a crime if you post online any message, video or photograph, that:
You must carry photo ID such as a passport by law. You could be fined by the Bahraini authorities if you cannot show photo ID if asked.
Dress conservatively in public places, particularly religious sites. Bahrainis often dress conservatively in traditional dress. You could cause offence if you dress inappropriately or not in accordance with Islamic values. Dress appropriately and modestly in public places, such as malls, restaurants, and parks. Clothing should not:
Nudity is strictly forbidden, including topless sunbathing. These rules are even more closely observed during Ramadan when modesty is promoted.
Islamic religious values are respected in Bahrain. Any disrespect towards religious beliefs or practices is considered deeply offensive and may lead to a heavy fine or a prison sentence. Muslims pray 5 times a day. Drivers may stop in lay-bys to pray. Other religions are respected in Bahrain and can be followed with freedom.
Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. The dates vary by year and country. During this time, do not:
These actions could amount to a crime under Bahraini law. Get more advice when you arrive from your tour guide, hotel or business contacts. You should also:
Offensive language, spitting and aggressive behaviour (including ‘road rage’ hand gestures) are seen as seriously offensive and can result in a prison sentence and deportation.
Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — laws and customs, in French
Le cadre juridique s'inspire d’une conception du droit islamique stricte. Les infractions sont systématiquement poursuivies et punies plus durement qu’en Suisse. Sont notamment punissables:
De nombreux produits sont soumis à des restrictions ou interdictions d’importation. Cela vaut également pour les médicaments . Conformez-vous aux consignes des autorités douanières du Bahreïn. Ministry of Interior, Customs Affairs Les infractions à la loi sur les stupéfiants, y compris la détention de minimes quantités de drogue quelle qu'elle soit, sont passibles de lourdes peines de prison; la peine de mort peut être prononcée. La peine de mort peut être prononcée pour des infractions graves liées à la drogue, pour les meurtres et certains autres délits. Les conditions de détention sont précaires: mauvaises conditions d'hygiène et insuffisance des soins médicaux etc. En cas de doute, une personne au volant impliquée dans un accident de la route ayant fait des victimes ne sera, pas autorisée à quitter le pays pendant l'enquête/l'instruction, Il arrive aussi, en cas de litige financier, que la police empêche une personne de nationalité étrangère de quitter le pays jusqu'à ce que l'affaire soit réglée.
Il est recommandé d'adapter son comportement et sa tenue vestimentaire aux us et coutumes locaux ainsi qu'aux sensibilités religieuses et nationales. Renseignez-vous dans les guides de voyages, auprès de votre agence ou directement sur place, sur les codes de conduite et les conventions à respecter. Songez également aux règles et prescriptions particulières à observer durant la période du Ramadan.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.07.2026 · read 15.10.2026
What it changes for you: Poor air: asthma, COPD, allergies — bring your prescription and regular treatment, limit outdoor exertion; persistent breathing trouble goes to a doctor, or to the 24/7 number. High UV at midday: sun protection.
Reading 08:00 (Asia/Bahrain)Open-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.
Reading: With 0.7 physicians per 1,000 people (84% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 1,176 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
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Les autorités bahreïniennes ont mis fin, depuis le 20 février 2022, aux restrictions d’entrée sur le territoire bahreïnien. Il se peut toutefois que certaines compagnies aériennes maintiennent encore l’exigence de présentation d’un test PCR négatif pour pouvoir embarquer. Il convient donc de se renseigner en amont auprès de la compagnie. Il est recommandé d’installer l’application « BeAwareBahrain » avant son départ, afin d’y faire reconnaître ses certificats de vaccination européens. Depuis le 29 mars 2022, le port du masque n’est plus obligatoire, ni dans les lieux publics, ni à l’extérieur.
Les Français se rendant au Bahreïn doivent être en possession d’un passeport dont la validité dépasse de six mois la date de l’entrée dans le pays.
L’ambassade de Bahreïn à Paris ne délivre pas de visa.
Le séjour est soumis à la délivrance d’un visa qui peut être obtenu directement à l’arrivée à l’aéroport.
Deux durées de séjour sont proposées au choix du voyageur et contre paiement par carte bancaire :
Le visa initial peut être prolongé à raison de 2 séjours supplémentaires de 30 jours chacun. La durée maximale de séjour à Bahreïn est ainsi fixée à 90 jours consécutifs, délai au-delà duquel il est obligatoire de quitter le territoire. La prolongation du visa reste à l’appréciation de l’autorité bahreïnienne.
Il est également possible d’obtenir un visa préalablement au voyage (e-visa), sur le site internet du ministère bahreïnien de l’Intérieur .
L’autorité bahreïnienne reste seule décisionnaire et peut refuser l’accès au territoire à tout voyageur et pour tout motif. Le voyageur se doit alors de repartir dans les meilleurs délais.
Conditions d’entrée des journalistes et des représentants d’ONG :
Les bagages des voyageurs arrivant ou en transit à Bahreïn peuvent être fouillés. En cas de découverte de produits illicites, les contrevenants s’exposent à une amende, voire à une arrestation pouvant donner lieu ensuite à une peine de prison ferme.
Entry and stay pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)
The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.07.2026 · read 15.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Bahrain’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Bahrain set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Bahrain Embassy in the UK .
To enter Bahrain, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .
Dual nationality is generally not permitted under Bahraini law, unless formally agreed. If you hold both British and Bahraini nationalities, you will be considered a Bahraini national under local law during your stay in Bahrain. You should contact Bahrain’s Nationality, Passports and Residency Affairs (NPRA) to request approval of your dual citizenship status.
If you are a dual Bahraini-UK national the authorities may require you to enter and exit Bahrain on a Bahrain travel document only. If your Bahraini passport is not valid or in your possession, seek advice from your nearest Bahraini Embassy before you travel to Bahrain. Bahraini passport renewals whilst in Bahrain may take a long time and could potentially disrupt your travel plans. Decisions related to entering and exiting Bahrain are always made by the Bahraini authorities. See who the FCDO can support abroad .
If you are not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Bahrain Embassy in the UK or the (NPRA) .
You must have a visa to visit Bahrain.
You can get a visa:
Visas are automatically issued for a 2-week period, but visit visas for stays of up to 6 months are also available. You may be asked to provide evidence of onward or return travel when you apply.
You cannot start employment in Bahrain if you enter on a visit visa.
If you overstay your visa, there could be penalties, legal issues and your work visa could be cancelled.
You can apply to renew your visa at the Nationality, Passports and Residential Affairs department at the Ministry of Interior.
You can apply for residency through the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) .
You can be fined if you overstay your legal residency.
You may be prevented from leaving Bahrain if you:
If you’re involved in a dispute, including civil and criminal disputes or immigration violation, you may be stopped from leaving the country. The travel ban will not be…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 26.08.2026 · read 16.10.2026
For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.
What the texts say · Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Bahrain. Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and purse snatching occurs.
What the texts say · Road conditions are very good throughout the country. Drivers, however, are often aggressive. Use only officially marked taxis.
What the texts say · Humidity and heat may be most severe during the hot season, from April to October. Sand storms and dust storms may occur any time, particularly during the summer months.
What the texts say · You must carry photo identification. Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe.
What the texts say · Demonstrations and protests take place. The risk of protest can increase around anniversaries of significant events in Bahrain and can start with little warning.
Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026 (updated 08.10.2026 · read 28.09.2026)Global Affairs Canada ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026 (updated 14.10.2026 · read 28.09.2026)
Reading: The homicide rate is in the same range as Switzerland or France. On the road, 2 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank
Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.
FDFA (Switzerland) — transport and specific advice, in French
Les excès de vitesse et les fréquentes infractions au code de la route augmentent considérablement les risques d'accident sur les routes du Bahreïn. En cas d'accident de la circulation, il faut éviter de déplacer les véhicules jusqu'à l'arrivée de la police, car cela peut être interprété comme une reconnaissance de culpabilité.
Le Bahreïn ne reconnaît pas les passeports provisoires suisses. Les contrôles d'identité sont fréquents. Il est obligatoire de pouvoir vous identifier avec votre passeport à tout moment (ou avec une photocopie y la page comportant le tampon du visa d'entrée).
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 24.07.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Maximum policyholder: before paying anything, call the 24/7 number. If you are admitted for more than 24 h, Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
+41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client areaThe hospital list has not been read from OpenStreetMap for this page yet: the medical-network map loads it when opened. Maximum's assistance directs you to the right facility, 24/7. The medical-network map ↗
CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026
The health system — With 0.7 physicians per 1,000 people (84% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 1,176 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
French passport — French embassy and consulates
+33 1 75 79 41 80 · France Diplomatie
phone not published
Useful contacts listed by France Diplomatie (in French)diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Updated: 15 September 2026
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Swiss passport — Swiss embassy and consulates
Numéro d'urgence général: 999 Représentations suisses à l’étranger: En cas de situation d’urgence à l’étranger, vous pouvez vous adresser à la représentation suisse la plus proche ou à la Helpline DFAE. Ambassade de Suisse aux Emirats arabes unis Helpline DFAE Représentations étrangères en Suisse: Pour obtenir des informations sur les prescriptions d'entrée (documents d'identité admis, visa, etc.), veuillez vous adresser aux ambassades et consulats étrangers compétents. Ceux-ci peuvent également vous renseigner sur les dispositions douanières pour l'importation et l'exportation d'animaux et de marchandises: appareils électroniques, souvenirs, médicaments, etc. Représentations étrangères en Suisse Bahrain e-Visas
OpenStreetMap · DFAE
American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates
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Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.
Telephone: 999 (ambulance, fire, police)
Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.
See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency.
You can call FCDO in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.
Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)
Find out about call charges
For emergencies. If pronunciation fails, show the screen — or the printed page.
| Help! | النجدة!an-najda! |
| Call an ambulance! | اتصلوا بالإسعاف!ittasilu bil-is'af! |
| I need a doctor. | أحتاج إلى طبيب.ahtaju ila tabib. |
| Where is the nearest hospital? | أين أقرب مستشفى؟ayna aqrab mustashfa? |
| Call the police! | اتصلوا بالشرطة!ittasilu bish-shurta! |
| I am allergic to penicillin. | عندي حساسية من البنسلين.'indi hassasiyya min al-binisilin. |
| I have international medical insurance. | لدي تأمين طبي دولي.ladayya ta'min tibbi dawli. |
| I want to contact my embassy. | أريد الاتصال بسفارتي.urid al-ittisal bi-safarati. |
| Please take me to this address. | خذني إلى هذا العنوان من فضلك.khudhni ila hadha al-'unwan min fadlak. |
| Do you speak English? | هل تتكلم الإنجليزية؟hal tatakallam al-injiliziya? |
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Suite aux frappes iraniennes ayant visé le territoire bahreïnien et compte tenu de la situation régionale, il est déconseillé, sauf raison impérative, aux Français de se rendre au royaume de Bahreïn. Les ressortissants français présents à Bahreïn sont invités à se conformer strictement aux consignes diffusées par les autorités locales, et à se mettre à l’abri en cas d’alerte. En cas de découverte de débris de projectiles, il convient de se tenir à distance des objets, de ne…
France Diplomatie (in French) · posted 17 July 2026diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026Editorial change
October 14, 2026 07:57 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 14.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026Level 3/4 — Reconsider Travel, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 16 October 2026.
Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 26.08 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10DFAE · updated 24.07 · read 15.10207-country comparison
An area advised against does not rule out the country.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 08.10 · read 15.10State Department · updated 26.08 · read 16.10
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 08.10 · read 15.10State Department · updated 26.08 · read 16.10
For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).
SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479
VIP Pack — €990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 11.10
Six steps, in this order.
SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Local emergency services: single number 999 · police 112 · ambulance 112 · fire 112
SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 11.10
At today's level 3/4, card by card:
SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '
A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
The page reads hospitals, pharmacies and doctors from OpenStreetMap, around the point you choose.
The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.
SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10OMS · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 08.10 · read 15.10
0.7 physicians per 1,000 people (2020) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.
SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479
0.2 homicides per 100,000 people (2022) versus 0.6 in Switzerland and 1.3 in France.
The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):
SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 11.10DFAE · updated 24.07 · read 15.10
At least one official reading covers the whole country; no region is singled out.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 14.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 08.10 · read 15.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10
Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 14.10 · read 16.10Foreign Office · updated 08.10 · read 15.10
Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.
Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 15.09 · read 15.10eda.admin.ch · updated 24.07 · read 15.10
Emergency phrases, transliterated; the original script, to show if pronunciation fails, is under Useful phrases.
SourcesMaximum Insurance
Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Cancellation or change up to EUR 20,000, special risk EUR 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
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