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Reviewed: 16 June 2009, 15:45 NZDT
Still current at:
04 July 2009
There is some risk to your health in Germany due to a significant number of Influenza A (H1N1) or ‘swine flu’ cases and we advise caution.
New Zealanders in Germany are advised to conform to any restrictions and instructions issued by the local authorities to contain the spread of Influenza A (H1N1). We recommend health precautions like regularly washing your hands, avoiding large gatherings of people and avoiding close contact with anyone who is sick. For more information on health precautions you should follow, see the New Zealand Ministry of Health website. New Zealanders in Germany who develop flu-like symptoms are advised to seek immediate medical attention.
On 11 June, the World Health Organisation (WHO) raised its Influenza Pandemic Alert from Phase 5 to Phase 6 (pandemic phase). See the WHO website for more information.
New Zealanders travelling or resident in Germany should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies in place.
Germany shares with the rest of Europe a threat from terrorism. On 31 July 2006, two explosive devices were found on regional trains in the Dortmund and Koblenz areas. Three men were arrested by the German authorities in connection with this terrorist plot.
The German Interior Ministry concluded in a May 2007 report on domestic security that the threat of terrorism to Germany had become more serious. New Zealanders are advised to avoid any demonstrations or rallies and keep themselves informed of potential risks to safety and security by monitoring the media and other local information sources.
New Zealanders resident in or travelling to Germany are encouraged to record their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
See our regional advice for Europe
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Contact details are:
Street Address Atrium, Friedrichstrasse 60, 10117 Berlin, Germany.
Telephone +49 30 206 210 Facsimile +49 30 206 21114
Email nzembassy.berlin@t-online.de
Website New Zealand Embassy Berlin [external link]
Office Hours Mon - Fri 0900 - 1300, 1400 - 1730 hrs (closes Fri 1630 hrs)
