
Recent attacks were aimed at targets throughout Saudi Arabia including Riyadh, Jeddah, Dhahran, Jizan, Khamis Mushayt, the civilian airport in Abha, Al Kharj, military installations in the south, as well as oil and gas facilities.ĭebris from intercepted drones and missiles represents a significant risk to civilian areas and populations.

The Islamic Republic of Iran has supplied Yemen-based Houthis and other regional proxy groups with weapons to conduct destructive and sometimes lethal attacks using drones, missiles, and rockets against a variety of Saudi sites, including critical infrastructure, civilian airports, military bases, and energy facilities throughout the country, as well as vessels in Red Sea shipping lanes. Missile and drone attacks perpetrated by Iran and Iran-supported militant groups represent a significant threat. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. government personnel must adhere to the above travel restrictions. Qatif in the Eastern Province and its suburbs, including Awamiyah.Within 50 miles of the Saudi-Yemen border, as well as the cities of Abha, Jizan, Najran, and Khamis Mushayt.Visit the Embassy's COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 and related restrictions and conditions in Saudi Arabia.ĭo not travel to the following locations due to missile and drone attacks and terrorism: There are restrictions in place affecting U.S. Before planning any international travel, please review the CDC's specific recommendations for vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may be lower if you are fully vaccinated with an FDA authorized vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Saudi Arabia due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country. Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.

Reconsider travel to Saudi Arabia due to the threat of missile and drone attacks on civilian facilities. Exercise increased caution in Saudi Arabia due to terrorism. Do not travel to Saudi Arabia due to COVID-19.
