Register your overseas travel and/or residential details with us so we can contact you if necessary in an emergency.
You may require an International Driving Permit to drive in another country. This is proof that you hold a valid New Zealand driver's licence. Further information can be found at the Automobile Association website.
Know where your nearest New Zealand Embassy is located. Be aware that if you are going to a country where there is no New Zealand representation, our ability to assist you is more limited. We recommend you check this website before contacting an Embassy, to see what assistance we can provide in a particular emergency.
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Zimbabwe 4 July 2008
Lebanon 2 July 2008
Thailand 20 June 2008
Sri Lanka 19 June 2008
Following Parliamentary elections held in Mongolia late-June 2008, there have been violent demonstrations in the capital Ulaanbaatar.
A State of Emergency has been imposed and a curfew is in place between 10pm to 8am and there are strict controls on alcohol, the media and traffic movement in the capital. New Zealanders in Ulaanbaatar are advised to adhere to the curfew and any restrictions imposed by the local authorities.
New Zealanders are also advised to avoid all demonstrations, rallies and large public gatherings and monitor local information sources to keep up to date with developments.
We recommend New Zealanders in Mongolia register/update their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
A recent strike by Telekom workers in the Solomon Islands has led to a backlog of faults affecting telecommunication services throughout the country. Now that the strike has broken, services are being restored but it may take some time to work through all the faults. A number of phone lines are still affected, including the 999 emergency number.
New Zealanders in the Solomon Islands requiring emergency assistance are advised to call the New Zealand High Commission on the following cell phone number: Mob: 95038.
The Running of the Bulls (San Fermines Festival) will take place in Pamplona, Spain from 6-14 July 2008. Find out more.
If you are planning to travel to the United States under the visa waiver programme, see the US Embassy website [external link] for official information on the new travel authorisation requirements due to be introduced in January 2009.
There has been a recent upsurge in dengue fever cases in some parts of the South Pacific (Tonga, New Caledonia, Kiribati and Palau) and in South America (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil). Dengue fever is a serious viral disease spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes. As there is no vaccine to protect against dengue fever, travellers are advised to use insect repellent, wear protective clothing, and stay in lodgings where there are mosquito screens on windows and doors. If you feel unwell during your trip or in the first two weeks after your return, you are advised to seek immediate medical advice.
Visa is the only credit card currently accepted on Niue. Holders of other credit cards should ensure they take enough cash (NZ Dollars) to cover all expenses, including hotel charges. Funds can be sent through to Western Union if extra funds are required.
Limited health care is available in Niue and travellers should ensure they have comprehensive travel insurance which includes medical repatriation to New Zealand. The New Zealand Government does not pay for medical repatriation to New Zealand which can cost around NZD80,000.
The Olympic Games will be held in China from 6-24 August 2008 and the Paralympic Games from 6-17 September 2008. Find out more.
Visitors to China can expect tightened security procedures in the lead up to the Olympics and this may impact on visa issuing procedures.
New Zealanders are advised to apply for their visa to China in the country they are ordinarily resident. (If you live in New Zealand, you should obtain your visa before you leave.)
World Youth Day is a massive Catholic gathering for all young people from throughout the world called by the Pope. Young people aged 16-35 are invited to participate. World Youth Day will take place in Sydney from 15-20 July 2008. Find out more from the World Youth Day website.
You may be having a great time on your holiday but forgetting to contact family and friends can cause them stress and worry. Don't forget to keep in touch with your loved ones. See our Missing Persons section for more information.
