Travel Summary

• There is a general threat from terrorism. Terrorists continue to issue statements threatening to carry out attacks in the Gulf region. These include references to attacks on Western including European interests, including residential compounds, military, oil, transport and aviation interests. Safety and Security - Terrorism.
  
  
• British Embassy services were suspended between 19 and 23 October 2011 due to an increased threat toward the Embassy. Although the threat was targeted against the Embassy itself, we also advised British organisations and businesses in Kuwait to review their security procedures.
  
  
• Following maritime restrictions issued by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior on 7 September 2011, we advise that British nationals exercise caution before sailing in Kuwaiti waters. See Safety and Security - Local Travel - Sea Travel.
  
  
• Developments in the region continue to have an impact on local public opinion. Demonstrations have taken place in Kuwait City, Jahra and Ahmadi in early 2011. These have been largely peaceful but you should avoid public gatherings and demonstrations.
  
  
• Review your security arrangements carefully and maintain a high level of security awareness, particularly in public places.  Avoid large gatherings and demonstrations.  Exercise caution if you intend to travel through or to conservative areas such as Jahra, where there have been incidents involving firearms, and Jleeb As Shuyoukh where there have been riots by migrant workers protesting about their conditions in the past.
  
  
• Most visits to Kuwait are trouble-free. 31 British nationals required consular assistance in Kuwait in the period 1 April 2010 – 31 March 2011. See General - Consular Assistance Statistics. Labour disputes are common; the Embassy cannot usually intervene in these, so if you are considering coming to work in Kuwait check the details of your contract thoroughly in advance.
  
  
• You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.