Naval Support Activity Bahrain is a United States Navy installation in Manama, Bahrain. This page gives practical contact details, visitor rules, housing and temporary lodging options, medical contacts, and on-base services. Use the contacts below to reach offices and confirm current procedures before you travel.

Base Overview

Official name Naval Support Activity Bahrain
Military branch United States Navy
Base status Active
Street address 1 Juffair Avenue, Banz Warehouse, Bay 6, Manama, Bahrain
Main phone number 011-973-17-85-4227
Official website NSA Bahrain official website

Location and Directions

NSA Bahrain is in the Juffair neighborhood of Manama. The nearest practical civil airport is Bahrain International Airport; there is also a military airfield at Muharraq. Personnel arriving by air are normally met by a sponsor or command representative at the airport.

Visitors should travel with their sponsor or host command arranged before arrival. Many arrival procedures require a sponsor; if none meets you, official check-in guidance lists duty officer contacts and next steps for reporting to COMUSNAVCENT, COMFIFTHFLT, or tenant commands.

Visitor Information

Installation access and entry rules vary by visitor status and security conditions. Visitors must coordinate with their sponsor or host command before travel. Official passports and any required Bahrain entry documents are needed for applicable DoD personnel. For public affairs questions call 011-973-1785-4520 or email M-BA-NSA-PAO@us.navy.mil. Confirm current access rules before travelling.

Housing and Lodging

Many assigned personnel live on the local economy; the Navy Housing Office helps with searches and lease processing (011-973-1785-4104, DSN 318-439-4104). Navy Gateway Inns and Suites provides transient lodging; front desk 011-973-1785-3372 and reservations 011-973-1785-2100. If on-base lodging is full, a certificate of non-availability may be issued to arrange qualifying off-base lodging.

Facilities and Services

Fleet and Family Support Center Phone: 011-973-1785-4046 (Sun–Thu, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)
Navy Exchange Exchange facility available aboard the installation
Personnel Support Detachment Provides pay, personnel, and transportation services for tenant commands
Transportation & Household Goods PPSO NAVSUP FLC Bahrain phones: 011-973-1785-4265, 011-973-1785-6282, 011-973-1785-4937
Chapel Religious support phones: 011-973-1785-4303, 011-973-1785-4507
Emergency assistance Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society: 011-973-1785-2914; emergency phone: 011-973-3941-5836

Schools and Childcare

Bahrain School is the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) school for eligible students. Childcare and youth services are available for eligible family members of DoD personnel permanently assigned to Bahrain. School Liaison Program phones: 011-973-1785-9092, 011-973-1785-4902.

Medical Services

The installation medical unit is Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Unit Bahrain. It provides medical readiness and clinical support, but official guidance notes that services at the unit are limited. Personnel should confirm referral, specialty-care procedures, and appointment rules with TRICARE or the medical unit before travel.

Medical unit Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Unit Bahrain
Medical phone 011-973-1785-6110 (DSN 318-439-6110)
Dental 011-973-1785-4211 (DSN 318-439-4211)
TRICARE contacts 011-973-1785-8157, 011-973-1785-8160, 011-973-1785-8159

Recreation and Amenities

Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) programs and facilities are available aboard NSA Bahrain. MWR runs the Fitness Center and Freedom Souq, which has community rooms and event space. Parks and outdoor spaces include Fleet Park, Main Street Park, Memorial Field, Mario's Courtyard, and a sand volleyball court.

Things to Know

  • Coordinate travel and base access with a sponsor or your gaining command before arrival.
  • Check-in with Navy Gateway Inns and Suites is required for many personnel reporting for duty.
  • Many personnel live off-base; the Navy Housing Office assists with local housing and leases.
  • Medical services aboard the installation are limited; confirm referrals and specialty care with TRICARE or the medical unit.
  • Rules, hours, and access procedures can change—confirm current operating information before you go.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do visitors get access to NSA Bahrain?

Visitors must coordinate with a sponsor or host command. Entry requirements vary with visitor status and security conditions.

Is there on-base temporary lodging?

Yes. Navy Gateway Inns and Suites provides transient lodging; call the reservations desk for availability.

Where can I get housing help?

The Navy Housing Office assists with housing searches and lease processing for assigned personnel.

Does NSA Bahrain have medical care?

Yes. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Unit Bahrain offers medical readiness and clinical support, but services are limited and referrals may be needed.

Is there a place to shop on base?

Yes. A Navy Exchange facility is available aboard the installation.