Since November 2021, there have been reports of increased Russian military activity near Ukraine's border with Russia and in Crimea.
We advise that New Zealanders Do not travel to Ukraine due to the risk of armed conflict. New Zealanders currently in Ukraine should leave immediately by commercial means if it is safe to do so.
New Zealand’s ability to provide consular assistance to New Zealanders in Ukraine is very limited. The security situation in Ukraine could change at short notice and New Zealanders should not rely on support with evacuating in these circumstances.
You can read our full Travel Advisory for Ukraine here.
New Zealanders who choose to remain in Ukraine despite our advice, should ensure that their travel documents are up to date, and travel and contact details are registered on SafeTravel. We provide further information about contingency planning, which New Zealanders in Ukraine should consider, here.
New Zealanders in Ukraine requiring urgent consular assistance can contact the New Zealand Embassy in Warsaw (accredited to Ukraine) at nzwsw@nzembassy.pl or the 24/7 Consular emergency line on +64 99 20 20 20
The New Zealand Government continues to advise that all New Zealanders do not travel overseas at this time due to the COVID-19 pandemic, associated health risks and widespread travel restrictions.
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Updated:11 Feb 2022, 22:58
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