On October 22, 2026, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Overseas Safety Homepage updated its danger information for Saudi Arabia. Riyadh, Eastern, Makkah, Madinah, Najran, Asir, Al Bahah and Jazan provinces are all now at Level 3 (Avoid All Travel).
The notice cites attacks by Yemen's Houthis that caused deaths and injuries at airports including Riyadh, and a further attack on October 22 on an international airport and oil facilities in the Eastern Province. It states that the outlook remains uncertain.
For the four provinces of Riyadh, Eastern, Makkah and Madinah, staying is not prohibited where there are truly unavoidable circumstances, such as activities of companies or organizations; in that case, people are asked to stay in close contact with the Japanese Embassy or Consulate-General. For the time being, travelers are also urged to avoid using or approaching airports unless truly necessary.
Key points
- Issued on October 22, 2026. Information may be updated, so always check the MOFA Overseas Safety Homepage for the latest
- People are urged to avoid airports and to stay away from energy-related and military facilities
- Those in difficulty can contact the Embassy of Japan in Saudi Arabia, the Consulate-General in Jeddah, or MOFA's Consular Affairs Bureau
Why this news matters
Many people connected to international cooperation, NGO activities, business trips, study or travel have ties to the Middle East. Danger information is an important public source for deciding on travel and safety measures.
Danger levels are reviewed as circumstances change. This content reflects the time of issue, so anyone planning to travel or stay should check the latest information both before departure and during their stay.
Editor's comment
For organizations and individuals working overseas, safety comes first. Checking official information regularly supports good decisions when it matters.
This article is based on the information issued on October 22, 2026. Please be sure to check the MOFA Overseas Safety Homepage for the latest.