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There is some risk to your security in Spain due to the threat from terrorism and we advise caution.
The Basque terrorist organisation ETA declared an end to their 14 month ceasefire on 5 June 2007. In December 2006, a car bomb attributed to ETA exploded in the car park of the Barajas International Airport in Madrid, killing two people. Spanish authorities are expecting further attacks.
In March 2004, bomb attacks on three trains in Madrid killed 192 and injured over 1400 people. A group purporting to represent Al Qa’ida claimed responsibility.
New Zealanders are advised – because of the common problem of theft of bags and passports – to maintain a high level of personal security awareness and guard belongings carefully, particularly in restaurants, hotels, tourist areas and when travelling on public transport. Travellers are advised to keep themselves informed of potential risks to safety and security by monitoring the media and other local information sources.
New Zealanders travelling or resident in Spain should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies in place.
New Zealanders travelling or resident in Spain are encouraged to record/update their details online.
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Contact details are
Street Address Pinar 7 3rd floor, 28006 Madrid, Spain
Telephone +34 915 230 226 Facsimile +34 915 230 171
Email embnuevazelanda@telefonica.net
Website New Zealand Embassy Madrid [external link]
Office Hours Sept to June Mon-Fri 0900-1400, 1500-17.30hrs July to Aug Mon-Fri 0830-1300, 1330-1630hrs
Page last updated: Wednesday, 23 April 2008, 10:14 NZST
