{"metadata":{"generated":{"timestamp":1393624893,"date":"2014-02-28 23:01:33"}},"data":{"country-iso":"BH","advisory-state":1,"has-advisory-warning":0,"has-regional-advisory":0,"has-content":1,"update-metadata":"","eng":{"name":"Bahrain","url-slug":"bahrain","friendly-date":"February 19, 2014 16:14 ","advisory-text":"Exercise a high degree of caution","recent-updates":"A minor editorial change was made.","advisories":"
There is no nationwide advisory in effect for Bahrain. However, you should exercise a high degree of caution due to protests, demonstrations and the threat of terrorist attacks.<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n
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The decision to travel is your responsibility. You are also responsible for your personal safety abroad. The purpose of this Travel Advice is to provide up-to-date information to enable you to make well-informed decisions.<\/p>\n
Attacks may occur in and around Manama, and would likely target government buildings, public areas, tourist sites or Western interests. Increased security measures are currently in place and may be reinforced upon short notice.<\/p>\n
Maintain a high level of vigilance and personal security awareness at all times, exercise caution in areas that foreigners likely frequent (such as commercial districts, movie theatres and tourist areas including hotels, bars and nightclubs). Monitor local developments and follow the advice of local authorities. Register with, and carefully follow messages issued through, the Registration of Canadians Abroad<\/a> service.<\/p>\n Since 2011, civil unrest involving violent altercations has occurred in many parts of Bahrain, and could potentially spread throughout the rest of the island. Demonstrations occur regularly and may become violent.<\/p>\n Avoid all political gatherings, crowds and demonstrations, and stay away from areas where they can occur. Foreigners participating in protests or even being found in the vicinity of protesters may be subject to arrest with serious consequences, including a jail sentence.<\/p>\n Monitor local media and road closure announcements.<\/p>\n Petty crime, such as purse snatching and pickpocketing, occurs. Violent crime is rare. Exercise caution in the old market areas (souks), villages and poorer districts, especially after dark.<\/p>\n Driving habits differ markedly from those practised in Canada. Drifting sands and roaming animals can pose hazards.<\/p>\n In the event of an accident resulting in injuries, do not move your vehicle until a report has been filed, even though it may impede traffic. If there are injuries, call 999; if there are no injuries, call 199.<\/p>\n Off-road driving can be hazardous. Only go off-road driving in a convoy of four-wheel-drive vehicles and with an experienced guide. Leave your travel itinerary with a family member or friend. Be well-prepared by equipping yourself with extra gasoline, water, food and a cellular phone.<\/p>\n Taxis are generally safe. Use only officially marked taxis. Negotiate fares in advance, or insist that the driver use the meter, as you may be overcharged.<\/p>\n Consult our Transportation Safety<\/a> page in order to verify if national airlines meet safety standards.<\/p>\n Women travellers have been subject to physical and verbal harassment. Consult our publication, Her Own Way: A Woman’s Safe-travel Guide<\/a>, for travel safety information for Canadian women.<\/p>\n Leave your passport in a safe place and carry a photocopy for identification purposes.<\/p>\n Cellular phone coverage may not be available in some parts of the country.<\/p>\n Dial 999 for police, ambulance and fire emergencies.<\/p>","entry-exit":" It is the sole prerogative of each country or region to determine who is allowed to enter. The following information on entry and exit requirements has been obtained from Bahraini authorities. However, these requirements are subject to change at any time. It is your responsibility to check with the Embassy of the Kingdom of Bahrain<\/a> for up-to-date information.<\/p>\n Official (special and diplomatic) passport holders must consult the Official Travel<\/a> page, as they may be subject to different entry requirements.<\/p>\n Canadians must present a passport<\/a> to visit Bahrain, which must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of expected departure from that country.<\/p>\n Canadians must be in possession of a visa to visit Bahrain.<\/p>\n Tourist visa: Required You should obtain a visa from the nearest Bahraini government office prior to arrival. Tourists can also obtain their visa online from Bahrain eVisas<\/a>.<\/p>\n Violations of entry and exit requirements may result in serious penalties.<\/p>\n When travelling in the Middle East, immigration officials may increase their scrutiny of your passport and question its authenticity, due to incidents of possible misuse. Contact the nearest Canadian government office or the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa for advice and assistance.<\/p>\n Some countries require proof of yellow fever vaccination before allowing entry. Consult the World Health Organization’s country list<\/a> to obtain information on this country’s requirements.<\/p>\n Children need special documentation to visit certain countries. Please consult our Children<\/a> page for more information.<\/p>","health":" Be sure that your routine vaccines<\/a> are up-to-date regardless of your travel destination.<\/p> You may be at risk for these vaccine-preventable diseases while travelling in this country. Talk to your travel health provider about which ones are right for you.<\/p> \n\tHepatitis A<\/a> is a disease of the liver spread by contaminated food or water. All those travelling to regions with a risk of hepatitis A infection should get vaccinated.<\/p>\n<\/details> \n\tHepatitis B<\/a> is a disease of the liver spread through blood or other bodily fluids. Travellers who may be exposed (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment or occupational exposure) should get vaccinated.<\/p>\n<\/details> \n\tSeasonal influenza<\/a> occurs worldwide. The flu season usually runs from November to April in the northern hemisphere, between April and October in the southern hemisphere and year round in the tropics. Influenza (flu) is caused by a virus spread from person to person when they cough or sneeze or through personal contact with unwashed hands. Get the flu shot.<\/p>\n<\/details> \n\tMeasles occurs worldwide but is a common disease in developing countries, particularly in parts of Africa and Asia. Measles<\/a> is a highly contagious disease. Be sure your vaccination against measles is up-to-date regardless of the travel destination. \n\tRabies<\/a> is a disease that attacks the central nervous system spread to humans through a bite, scratch or lick from a rabid animal. Vaccination should be considered for travellers going to areas where rabies exists and who have a high risk of exposure (i.e., close contact with animals, occupational risk, and children).<\/p>\n<\/details> \n\tTyphoid<\/a> is a bacterial infection spread by contaminated food or water. Risk is higher among travellers going to rural areas, visiting friends and relatives, or with weakened immune systems. Travellers visiting regions with typhoid risk, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation should consider getting vaccinated.<\/p>\n<\/details> Yellow fever is a disease caused by the bite of an infected mosquito.<\/p> Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.<\/p>Demonstrations<\/h3>\n
Crime<\/h3>\n
Transportation<\/h3>\n
Women’s safety<\/h3>\n
General safety information<\/h3>\n
Emergency services<\/h3>\n
Passport<\/h3>\n
Visas<\/h3>\n
Business visa: Required
Student visa: Required<\/p>\nRegional travel<\/h3>\n
Yellow fever<\/h3>\n
Children and travel<\/h3>\n
Vaccines<\/summary>
Routine Vaccines<\/h3>
Vaccines to Consider<\/h3>
Hepatitis A<\/summary>
Hepatitis B<\/summary>
Influenza<\/summary>
Measles<\/summary>
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Typhoid<\/summary>
Yellow Fever Vaccination<\/h3>