Due to increased regional tensions, the U.S. Embassy in Manama, Bahrain, has temporarily moved some of its employees to local telework. Despite this adjustment, the embassy remains operational and continues to offer routine and emergency services. However, the public may experience longer wait times for certain services.
American citizens can still schedule routine passport and Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) appointments through the embassy's website: https://bh.usembassy.gov/passports/. For emergency U.S. passport or CRBA requests, individuals are advised to email manamaconsular@state.gov.
U.S. citizens residing in Bahrain are encouraged to exercise increased caution, limit non-essential travel within the country, and stay informed by reviewing recent announcements from the embassy.
The embassy recommends several actions for U.S. citizens:
- Refer to their website for updated Security Alerts: https://bh.usembassy.gov/category/alert/.
- Enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at https://mytravel.state.gov/s/step. This enrollment provides security updates and facilitates contact between the embassy and U.S. citizens during emergencies.
- Remain aware of surroundings.
- Avoid demonstrations, large gatherings, and areas with a heavy police presence.
- Monitor official information sources.
- Follow instructions from local authorities.
- Stay connected with updates via Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
For assistance requiring appointments:
U.S. Embassy Manama is located at Building 979, Road 3119, Block 331, Zinj, P.O. Box 26431 in Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain. Contact details include bh.usembassy.gov or +973 1724 2700.
For further consular affairs assistance from the State Department within the United States, individuals can call 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444.
Bahrain Country Information is also available for those seeking additional context about conditions in Bahrain.