Australian Embassy, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Consulate & Embassy

Australian Embassy, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Locality: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Phone: +966 11 250 0900

Address: Abdullah bin Hozafa Al-Sahmi Avenue, Diplomatic Quarter, P.O.Box 94400 11693 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Website: http://www.saudiarabia.embassy.gov.au

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24.01.2022 Entry into #SaudiArabia has been temporarily suspended for expatriates travelling from, or transiting through, 20 countries. Tourist visas remain suspended. Res...trictions are in place on public and social gatherings. In some regions, the "Tawakkalna" mobile phone application must be downloaded as a COVID-19 tracing measure Smartraveller.gov.au/Saudi-Arabia See more

23.01.2022 For Australians in Bahrain: Bahrain has announced a period of national mourning following the death of Prime Minister His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa Bin Salman Al Khalifa until 19 November. Some government and hospitality services may be closed during this period.

23.01.2022 The Ambassador and the Defence Attaché were honoured to represent Australia at the British Embassy’s Service of Remembrance. Always an emotional experience. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them. #LestWeForget

20.01.2022 If you’re an Australian overseas seeking to return and have been unable to, please register here: https://covid19.dfat.gov.au/citizeninformation/s This does n...ot guarantee we can facilitate your return to Australia. It helps us understand how many Australians are trying to return home and allows us to assess your situation and share important information with you. If you’re trying to return to Australia we recommend you: continue to contact your airline for available flights read our travel advice and subscribe for updates via smartraveller.gov.au/destinations follow us on Facebook and Twitter (@smartraveller) check the website of your closest Australian embassy or high commission and follow them on social media: https://www.dfat.gov.au/news/social/pages/social-media. Check out our FAQ’s page for more info on registration: www.smartraveller.gov.au//covid-19-frequently-asked-questi #beinformed #beprepared

20.01.2022 The Australian Embassy visit to the Eastern Province and Bahrain to provide passport and notarial services is going ahead. We are planning on being in Manama Bahrain on Tuesday 10 November and in Al Khobar on the afternoon of Monday 9 November. If you require passport and/or notarial services please contact the Embassy via email at [email protected]. Please provide your name, contact number and the services you require as soon as possible. An officer from the Embassy will then follow up with you to arrange the appointment and discuss requirements. The deadline for scheduling appointments is 12pm on Sunday 8 November.

17.01.2022 Across Australia this week, NAIDOC week celebrations are taking placehighlighting the successes and celebrating the achievements of Indigenous Australiansand continuing conversations on the significance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and heritage as part of Australia’s national identity. Reflecting an Indigenous perspective in foreign policy helps Australia engage with different audiences, and enables us to represent a truer identity of Australia and Australian values. #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #NAIDOC2020

17.01.2022 An update from the National Cabinet on the international passenger arrival caps.

13.01.2022 Today at our embassy we honoured the first female Australian Ambassador in the Middle East, the late Victoria Owen, by naming a room in the embassy after her. Here is a video of the Ambassador’s speech today celebrating the life of Victoria Owen, her trailblazing legacy and that of other female pioneers in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

13.01.2022 The Ambassador had a productive few days of meetings in Makkah and Madinah, including with Governor of Madinah HRH Prince Faisal bin Salman, President of the Islamic University HH Prince Mamdouh bin Saud bin Thunayan, Minister for Hajj and Umrah HE Dr Benten, Undersecretary of the Presidency of the Masjid Al-Nabawi HE Sheikh Al-Khudairy, Head of the Tawafa establishment Tariq Anqwi, and the Royal Commission for Makkah and the Holy Sites.

12.01.2022 Covid-19 Alert - Saudi Arabia On 4 February, Saudi authorities announced the implementation of new measures to stop the spread of Covid-19 in the Kingdom. The measures include the suspension of indoor sports and entertainment, the closure of in house dining at restaurants and cafes, and the limitation of social gatherings to 20 people. The measures will be in force initially for ten days. We ask that Australians in Saudi Arabia comply with the directions of authorities. https://www.arabnews.com/node/1803531/saudi-arabia

12.01.2022 Following reports of an explosion at the non-Muslim cemetery in Jeddah this morning, if anyone requires urgent consular assistance please call the Consular Emergency Centre in Australia on +61 2 6261 3305. https://sa.usembassy.gov/explosion-in-jeddah/

12.01.2022 The Ambassador had a productive day of meetings in Jeddah, where we discussed a wide range of issues with HRH Prince Khalid Al-Faisal, Governor of Makkah Province and adviser to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, and HE Yousef bin Ahmad Al-Othaimeen, Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.

09.01.2022 The Australian Embassy in Riyadh has been made aware of the following security alert from the US Embassy in Riyadh. If you require urgent consular assistance please call the Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305. https://sa.usembassy.gov/security-alert-uav-uas-alert/

09.01.2022 COVID-19 Alert - Australians in Oman Authorities in Oman have announced a range of new measures to slow the spread of COVID-19, including the closure of parks and beaches. From 15 February incoming passengers must self-isolate in a hotel for seven nights. Please follow the directions of authorities. https://timesofoman.com//oman-land-borders-to-remain-close

05.01.2022 Subject to sufficient interest, officers from the Australian Embassy are planning on being in Manama Bahrain on Tuesday 10 November and possibly in Al Khobar or Dammam on the afternoon of Monday 9 November. If you require passport and/or notarial services please contact the Embassy via email at [email protected]. Please provide your name, contact number and the services you require as soon as possible so that we can determine whether there is enough interest in the visit. An officer from the Embassy will then follow up with you to arrange the appointment and discuss requirements.

02.01.2022 Congratulations to Dr Thoraya Obaid, Chair of Women 20 @w20org, W20 Sherpa Salma Al-Rashid and all the W20 delegates for your excellent work in promoting gender equality and women’s economic empowerment. https://twitter.com/ausambksa/status/1318614752160079876