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Travel
warnings
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SAUDI ARABIA |
April
12th, 2003 |
There
remains a high threat to British individuals and organisations
in the region. Terrorist attacks could involve the use of
chemical and biological materials.
Since November 2000, there has been a series of bombings, seven
of which have killed and injured British nationals and other
Westerners. A British national was recently shot and killed at
traffic lights in Riyadh.
Military action in Iraq continues. Developments in Iraq and on
the Middle East Peace Process continue to have an impact on
local public opinion in the region and this might be expressed
by some people, including through acts of violence against
British nationals or organisations. You should follow news
reports and be alert to regional developments.
You should maintain a high level of vigilance, particularly in
public places frequented by foreigners such as hotels,
restaurants and shopping malls. You should take sensible
precautions for your personal and vehicle safety.
You should remember that Islamic law is strictly enforced in
Saudi Arabia. |
| Foreign
& Commonwealth Office London |
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SAUDI ARABIA |
April
12th, 2003 |
Canadians
should defer all tourist travel to Saudi Arabia. Other Canadians
should evaluate carefully the implications for their security
and safety before deciding to travel.
Although military action continues in Iraq, there have been no
serious security incidents in Saudi Arabia directly related to
the war. Random and indiscriminate terrorist attacks in Saudi
Arabia, together with heightened tensions throughout the region,
put Canadians at greater risk. Canadians should maintain a high
level of personal security awareness at all times as the
security situation could deteriorate rapidly without notice.
Exercise appropriate caution, and avoid large gatherings,
crowded places, and proximity to other possible targets,
including pedestrian promenades, shopping malls, open markets
and restaurants. Canadians should monitor local developments,
avoid crowds and demonstrations, as well as register and remain
in regular contact with the Canadian Embassy in Riyadh or the
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (call
collect 613-996-8885).
Avoid leaving vehicles unattended. When doing so, carefully
inspect both the exterior and interior upon return to detect any
attached devices or suspect packages nearby. Treat mail and
packages from unfamiliar sources with suspicion. If you notice
anything unusual, contact your sponsor or call the Saudi police
immediately by dialing 999. Suspects as well as witnesses to
incidents may be held for lengthy periods without access to
legal counsel or consular officials. If access is granted, it
may be severely limited by the Saudi authorities. |
| Canadian
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade |
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SAUDI ARABIA |
March
20th, 2003 |
Le
déclenchement des opérations militaires en Iraq doit inciter
les voyageurs à différer leurs déplacements en Arabie
Saoudite dans toute la mesure du possible.
Il est recommandé aux personnes qui choisiraient néanmoins de
se rendre dans ce pays de faire preuve d'une grande prudence et
d'adopter une attitude de réserve notamment dans les lieux
publics, de consulter régulièrement ce site et de signaler
leur présence à l'Ambassade de France à Riyad ou au Consulat
général de France à Djeddah. |
| Ministère
Français des Affaires Étrangères |
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SAUDI ARABIA |
February 12th,
2003 |
| This
Travel Warning is being updated to reflect that the Department
of State has authorized the departure of non-emergency personnel
and family members from the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Saudi
Arabia. Previously, authorization was granted only for family
members. This Travel Warning supersedes that of January 30,
2003.
The Department of State alerts
Americans to increased security concerns in Saudi Arabia. The
Department of State has authorized the departure of family
members and non-emergency personnel of the U.S. Embassy and
Consulates on a voluntary basis. Private American citizens
currently in Saudi Arabia should evaluate rigorously their own
security situations and should consider departing, especially
given decreased flight availability at a time of high demand
related to school holidays and the Hajj.
The Department of State warns
U.S. citizens to consider carefully the increased risks of
travel to Saudi Arabia. As stated in the current Public
Announcement, Middle East and North Africa Update, Americans are
reminded of the potential for further terrorist actions against
U.S. citizens abroad, specifically in the Middle East, including
the Persian Gulf.
As a result of these concerns
about the reduced availability of commercial transportation
during the Hajj period, on February 12, 2003, the Department of
State authorized the departure, on a voluntary basis, of family
members and non-emergency personnel of the U.S. Embassy and
Consulates in Saudi Arabia. U.S. consular personnel remain
available to provide emergency information and services to
American citizens.
U.S. citizens who remain in
Saudi Arabia despite this Travel Warning are encouraged to
register at the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh,
or at the Consulates in Jeddah and Dhahran, and enroll in the
warden system (emergency alert network) in order to obtain
updated information on travel and security in Saudi Arabia.
The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh,
Saudi Arabia, is located at Collector Road M, Riyadh Diplomatic
Quarter. The international mailing address is P.O. Box 94309,
Riyadh 11693. Mail may also be sent via the U.S. Postal Service
to: U.S. Embassy, Unit 61307, APO AE 09803-1307. The Embassy
telephone number is (966) (1) 488-3800, fax (966) (1) 488-7275. |
| Bureau
of Consular Affairs of the United States of America |
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