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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

Ramadan 2024

Posted: 11 March 2024, 13:09 NZDT

Ramadan, the Islamic holy month, will be observed from approximately 10 March to 8 April 2024. The exact timing depends on sightings of the moon which will vary from country to country.   In some Muslim countries it is illegal to eat, drink or smoke in public during Ramadan. This may attract the attention of local authorities.   New Zealanders are advised to respect the religious and social traditions of the country they are in...read more

The Royal Commission of Inquiry wants you to share your COVID-19 experience with them

Posted: 20 February 2024, 08:49 NZDT

The COVID-19 pandemic and associated border closures affected each and every one of us, both here in New Zealand and living overseas. The Royal Commission wants to hear about your experiences or observations of the COVID-19 response, whatever they might be. By hearing from you, from whānau, organisations and the wider community, the Commission can help to ensure we’re as prepared as possible for the next pandemic response. Have your say...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

Israel, the Occupied Palestinian Territories and Lebanon: Security Situation

Reviewed: 22 December 2023, 09:21 NZDT

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. The conflict has the potential to impact the security situation in the wider region. Demonstrati...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

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