There are more significant safety or security concerns than you would usually find in New Zealand due to crime. Violent crime, including armed robbery, home invasions and kidnapping for ransom can happen. There has been an increase in attacks on passengers in vehicles. Petty crime such as bag snatching and passport theft happens. Pay close attention to your personal security at all times.
Other things that New Zealanders travelling or living in Ghana should be aware of are:
New Zealanders travelling or resident in Ghana should have a comprehensive travel insurance policy in place that includes provision for medical evacuation by air.
See below for detailed travel advice.
Street Address:
Bole Sub City, Woreda 03, House No 111, Behind Atlas Hotel/close to Shala Park, (Namibia Street), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Postal Address:
New Zealand Embassy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Private Bag 18-901 Wellington Mail Centre 5045, Wellington
Telephone:
+251-11-515-1269
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
www.mfat.govt.nz/ethiopia
Hours:
Open to the public: Monday – Friday, 9am-12pm by appointment
