Warden Notice 29/03 (29 November 2003)

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) has revised the Travel Advice for Saudi Arabia. The detailed advice is available at www.fco.gov.uk/travel or via the Embassy's website www.ukm.org.sa and click on "Consular".

The discovery on 25 November by the Saudi authorities of a terrorist plot showed the terrorist threat across Saudi Arabia remains high. As well as continuing to advise against all but essential travel to Saudi Arabia, the Travel Advice warns that terrorists may be in the final phases of planning attacks in the Kingdom.

The Travel Advice reflects our assessment that the threat from terrorism remains particularly serious. If you choose to stay in Saudi Arabia you should take all necessary steps to protect your safety. You should have confidence in your individual security arrangements and follow our advice on personal and vehicle security.

William John Neil
H.M Consul