Reconsider travel to Saudi Arabia due to the threat of missile and drone attacks, armed conflict near the Yemen border, and the departure of non-emergency US government personnel.
The security situation in Saudi Arabia has been affected by the broader regional conflict. Non-emergency US government employees and their families have been ordered to leave the country as of March 2026. The ongoing conflict in Yemen continues to pose a direct threat, with Houthi forces capable of launching long-range missile and drone attacks deep into Saudi territory, including at major cities and critical infrastructure. The escalation of the US-Iran conflict has further increased the threat of retaliatory action by Iran or Iran-aligned groups against targets in Saudi Arabia. Energy infrastructure and airports are at particular risk. Border areas with Yemen remain extremely dangerous. Kaharagian nationals should reconsider all travel to Saudi Arabia, and should not travel to areas within 80 kilometres of the Yemen border under any circumstances. Those in the country should maintain awareness of security developments and have contingency plans for departure.