Singaporeans should now postpone all travel to Saudi Arabia, including Jeddah, Makkah and Madinah, following an updated Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) advisory issued on 13 October 2026.
The advice expands on MFA’s April advisory, which had exempted those three cities from its recommendation to defer travel to the kingdom, The Straits Times reported.
Missile And Drone Attacks Have Disrupted Flights
MFA said missile and drone attacks targeting civilian aviation and energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia have increased since July.
Airports in Riyadh, Abha, Dammam, Khamis Mushait, Najran and Jizan have been hit in recent weeks.
Repeated attacks on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport have disrupted airport operations and forced flights to divert. MFA also said airspace shutdowns have become more frequent.
The ministry cited the heightened security risks in advising Singaporeans to put off travel to the entire country.
Singaporeans Already There Should Avoid High-Risk Areas
For Singaporeans currently in Saudi Arabia, MFA advised against all travel to King Khalid International Airport and other high-risk areas until further notice.
They should also avoid non-essential journeys within Saudi Arabia, monitor local news closely and follow instructions from the local authorities.
Those who must travel to Saudi Arabia, as well as Singaporeans currently elsewhere in the Middle East, should be prepared for travel disruptions at short notice.
Check Flights And eRegister With MFA
People with flights booked to Saudi Arabia, including those transiting there, should check with their airlines for the latest information and reconfirm their flights on the day of travel.
MFA also encouraged travellers to purchase travel insurance before their trips and strongly urged Singaporeans to eRegister so the ministry can contact them if needed.
Consular assistance is available through Singapore’s embassy in Riyadh, its consulate-general in Jeddah, or MFA’s 24-hour Duty Office at +65 6379 8800 or +65 6379 8855.
MUIS Also Advises Pilgrims To Consider Postponing Umrah
In a further advisory dated 14 October, the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) urged Singaporeans planning to perform umrah to consider deferring their trips.
MUIS said it was engaging travel agents to encourage clear information and flexible postponement or rescheduling arrangements where possible. It acknowledged the potential financial impact on pilgrims and asked operators to treat affected customers fairly.
Pilgrims already in Saudi Arabia should stay in contact with their travel operators and airlines, and follow official advice.
