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Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - April 7, 2026

We are monitoring the situation in the Middle East closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available. President Trump, Secretary of State Rubio, and the Department of State have no higher priority than the safety and security of American citizens.

For more information, please visit our website: https://sa.usembassy.gov/

Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - March 23, 2026

We are monitoring the situation in the Middle East closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available. President Trump, Secretary of State Rubio, and the Department of State have no higher priority than the safety and security of American citizens. We encourage U.S. citizens to depart Saudi Arabia via commercial flights if you can do so safely. Saudi airspace remains open with frequent air traffic restrictions to address continued missile and drone threats. Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam airports remain open and operational, but travelers are advised to check their flight status directly with the airline due to possible delays and cancellations. Read more:

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 23, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - March 20, 2026

We are monitoring the situation in the Middle East closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available. President Trump, Secretary of State Rubio, and the Department of State have no higher priority than the safety and security of American citizens. We encourage U.S. citizens to depart Saudi Arabia via commercial flights if you can do so safely. Saudi airspace remains open with frequent air traffic restrictions to address continued missile and drone threats. Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam airports remain open and operational, but travelers are advised to check their flight status directly with the airline due to possible delays and cancellations. Read more:

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 20, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Best wishes for a joyous Eid al-Fitr holiday from the U.S. Mission to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
عيد مبارك! وأجمل التهاني بمناسبة عيد الفطر من بعثة الولايات المتحدة الأمريكية في المملكة العربية السعودية.

Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - March 19, 2026

We are monitoring the situation in the Middle East closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available. President Trump, Secretary of State Rubio, and the Department of State have no higher priority than the safety and security of American citizens. We encourage U.S. citizens to depart Saudi Arabia via commercial flights if you can do so safely. Saudi airspace remains open with frequent air traffic restrictions to address continued missile and drone threats. Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam airports remain open and operational, but travelers are advised to check their flight status directly with the airline due to possible delays and cancellations. U.S. citizens who remain in the Kingdom should heed the advice of the Saudi Arabia early warning system. At this time, the early warning system is not consistently reliable in providing timely warnings. Read more:

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 19, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - March 18, 2026

We are monitoring the situation in the Middle East closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available. President Trump, Secretary of State Rubio, and the Department of State have no higher priority than the safety and security of American citizens. We encourage U.S. citizens to depart Saudi Arabia via commercial flights if you can do so safely. Saudi airspace remains open with frequent air traffic restrictions to address continued missile and drone threats. Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam airports remain open and operational, but travelers are advised to check their flight status directly with the airline due to possible delays and cancellations. Read more:

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 18, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - March 17, 2026
We are monitoring the situation in the Middle East closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available. President Trump, Secretary of State Rubio, and the Department of State have no higher priority than the safety and security of American citizens. We encourage U.S. citizens to depart Saudi Arabia via commercial flights if you can do so safely. Saudi airspace remains open with frequent air traffic restrictions to address continued missile and drone threats. Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam airports remain open and operational, but travelers are advised to check their flight status directly with the airline due to possible delays and cancellations. Read more:

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 17, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - March 16, 2026

There are no changes to the Options to Depart, Shelter in Place, or Embassy Operations sections.

We are monitoring the situation in the Middle East closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available. President Trump, Secretary of State Rubio, and the Department of State have no higher priority than the safety and security of American citizens.

We encourage U.S. citizens to depart Saudi Arabia via commercial flights if you can do so safely. Saudi airspace remains open with frequent air traffic restrictions to address continued missile and drone threats. Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam airports remain open and operational, but travelers are advised to check their flight status directly with the airline due to possible delays and cancellations.

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 16, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - March 15, 2026

We are monitoring the situation in the Middle East closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available. President Trump, Secretary of State Rubio, and the Department of State have no higher priority than the safety and security of American citizens.

We encourage U.S. citizens to depart Saudi Arabia via commercial flights if you can do so safely. Saudi airspace remains open with frequent air traffic restrictions to address continued missile and drone threats. Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam airports remain open and operational, but travelers are advised to check their flight status directly with the airline due to possible delays and cancellations.

If you choose to not take advantage of available commercial departure options, you should be prepared to shelter in place in a secure location within your residence or another safe building. Have a supply of food, water, medications, and other essential items. We urge all Americans to remain vigilant, follow local authorities’ instructions, and review the latest guidance from the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

Please continue to check your email for additional information or last-minute changes.

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 15, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - March 14, 2026

There are not any changes to options to depart; shelter in place; or mission operations sections.

We are monitoring the situation in the Middle East closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available. President Trump, Secretary of State Rubio, and the Department of State have no higher priority than the safety and security of American citizens.

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 14, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Travel Advisory Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Reconsider travel to Saudi Arabia due to risk of Iranian drone and missile targeting of American interests, armed conflict, terrorism, exit bans, and local laws regarding social media activity. Some areas have increased risk. Do Not Travel to the Yemen border due to threat of Terrorism. Read the entire Travel Advisory:

Travel Advisory: Saudi Arabia March 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - March 13, 2026

There are not any changes to options to depart; shelter in place; or mission operations sections.

We are monitoring the situation in the Middle East closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available. President Trump, Secretary of State Rubio, and the Department of State have no higher priority than the safety and security of American citizens.

Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 13, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Saudi Arabia Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.