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Israel, the Occupied Palestinian Territories and Lebanon: Security Situation
Reviewed: 19 April 2024, 16:31 NZST
On 7 October 2023, rockets were fired from Gaza across southern and central Israel, including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. There is currently a large-scale ongoing conflict occurring in areas of southern Israel close to the border with Gaza and within Gaza. Israel has expanded its ground operations in Gaza and military operations are expected to continue. Regional tensions in the Middle East are high and could escalate quickly, and the security situa...read more
Paris Olympic & Paralympic Games 2024
Posted: 17 April 2024, 09:26 NZST
Advice for travellers to France for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games and Paralympic GamesNew Zealanders heading to France for this year’s Olympic Games (26 July - 11 August) and Paralympic Games (28 August - 8 September) are advised to read the following information, in conjunction with the travel advisory for France. Before you goOver 15 million visitors from all over the world will be heading to France for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. ...read more
Anzac Day 2024 commemorations in Gallipoli, Türkiye
Posted: 19 March 2024, 10:54 NZDT
Attending the services The 2024 Anzac Day commemorative services at Gallipoli will be held on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 April. More information on the services, what to expect at Gallipoli and what to bring, can be found here. New Zealanders attending the 2024 Anzac Day services at Gallipoli will require an attendance pass. This pass can be obtained by registering on the Overseas Commemorations Website. The Gallipoli Peninsula is aroun...read more
Outbreaks of Polio
Reviewed: 19 February 2024, 13:30 NZDT
Polio is an infectious disease caused by a virus that can spread from person to person or through contaminated water or food. Many people who are infected don’t feel sick or have symptoms. Some people have only minor symptoms such as fever, nausea, headache, nasal congestion, sore throat, cough, stiffness in the neck and back, and pain in the arms and legs. A small proportion of those with symptoms develop paralysis. The World Heal...read more
Need a visa for travelling overseas?
Reviewed: 6 December 2023, 14:35 NZDT
New Zealanders travelling overseas may require a visa in order to enter certain countries. Please check with your travel agent or with the Embassy or High Commission of the countries you intend to visit/transit to find out their visa requirements as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is unable to advise on the visa requirements of other countries. You should research visa requirements well in advance of your departure.&nb...read more
Pacific Cyclone Season: 1 November to 30 April
Reviewed: 26 October 2023, 14:45 NZDT
The Pacific cyclone season runs from 1 November until 30 April. New Zealanders travelling to the Pacific are encouraged to register their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Travellers who register can be warned if a major cyclone approaches and given advice on precautions to take. If you are in an area affected by a cyclone, you should follow the advice of the local authorities at all times (including any eva...read more
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