They are available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Penalties for possession, use or trafficking in illegal drugs are strict in Bahrain, and convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and fines. Travel by road in Bahrain is generally safe. Most major roads in the northern third of Bahrain are four-lane and well maintained. In the older parts of Manama and Muharraq, many streets are narrow, twisting, and often in poor condition.
Traffic is congested in some areas of Manama.
Travel at night is more hazardous. U.S. citizens are encouraged to register at the U.S. Embassy and obtain updated information on travel and security within Bahrain. The U.S. Embassy is located in Manama, at Bldg. P.O. Box 26431. The workweek in Bahrain is Saturday through Wednesday.