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Reviewed: 05 December 2008, 15:38 NZDT
Still current at:
10 February 2010
There is some risk to your security in Laos due to isolated incidents of civil unrest and violent crime and we advise caution.
There have been isolated incidents of civil unrest in Laos, including bombings and armed attacks resulting in death and injuries in recent years. Armed bandits have attacked buses on Route 13 (Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang), Route 7 (Phou Khoun to Phonsavanh) and Route 6 (near the town of Sam Neua, Huaphan Province) in the past. New Zealanders in Laos are advised to exercise caution, monitor events that may affect safety and comply with any restrictions and instructions issued by local authorities. We recommend you avoid all demonstrations and protests as they have potential to turn violent.
There is a danger from unexploded land mines in many parts of Laos, particularly in Xieng Khouang Province (Plain of Jars) and the Lao-Vietnamese border area along the Ho Chi Minh Trail. We advise you not to stray off well‑used roads and paths. Mined areas are often unmarked.
New Zealanders travelling or resident in Laos should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies in place that include provision for medical evacuation by air.
New Zealanders visiting or living in Laos are encouraged to record their details online with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
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The New Zealand Embassy Bangkok, Thailand is accredited to Laos.
Contact details are
Street Address M Thai Tower, 14th floor,
All Seasons Place, 87 Wireless Road, Bangkok Postal Address PO Box 2719, Bangkok 10500,
Thailand
Telephone:+66 2 254 2530
Facsimile: +66 2 253 9045
Email: nzembbkk@loxinfo.co.th
WebsiteNew Zealand Embassy Thailand[external link]
