Bahrain Medical insurance. Make sure you are fully covered for medical treatment, hospitalisation and medical evacuation to the UK, which can be very expensive. (Emergency medical treatment is not free).       Travel insurance. Make sure you are fully covered for unexpected losses or expenses (eg cancelled flights, lost luggage, lost passport, stolen cash or credit cards). Keep passport, money, tickets and valuables in a safe place.       Bring enough funds for your stay and return journey. Don’t change money on the streets; keep bank transaction receipts as proof that you obtained the money legally.       Get a valid visitor’s visa from the Embassy in London, before travelling to Bahrain. (Visas may be obtained on arrival, however).       Respect local laws and customs. Dress in a modest way. Don’t behave in a manner which might insult Muslim sensitivities, customs and beliefs. Don’t make rude gestures or swear – you could be taken to court and face a severe fine. Public displays of affection between members of the opposite sex are frowned upon.       Respect customs’ regulations. Drinking is allowed and may bars and restaurants serve alcohol. Muslim sensitivities toward alcohol should be observed – it is an offence to be drunk in public.       Driving is permitted on a valid UK licence for one month, and indefinitely on an international driver’s licence. Observe speed limits. Don’t drink and drive – offenders can incur detention, severe fines, prison sentences and possible deportation. If you have a motor accident, remain with your vehicle. It is an offence to leave the scene of the accident before the police have arrived.       If you are coming to work in Bahrain, obtain a copy of your contract before you come; contractual disputes are common. Be aware that the Arabic version of your contract is legally binding, not the English version. Don’t leave the country, even for a holiday, without your employer’s permission.       Carry identification at all times, you might be asked to produce it at any time. Carry photographic identification, eg your passport, if possible. Enter next of kin details into the back of your passport.       Register with the British Embassy on arrival and consult them if problems arise.       Don’t get involved with drugs. Penalties are severe.       Don’t take photographs of or near military or government installations. Penalties for unauthorised photography can include custodial sentences. Ask permission before photographing individuals. Don't photograph individuals if they are unwilling.       Don’t overstay your welcome. Leave by the date stamped in your passport otherwise you may face severe fines. It can be expensive to extend a visa beyond the time initially allowed.