Croatia
Croatia
Crime
While violent crime in Croatia is low, isolated incidents may occur. Petty crime such as pickpocketing and bag snatching is common, particularly in tourist areas, at transport hubs, on public transport, and at the beach.
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Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago
Post Closure
The New Zealand High Commission in Bridgetown (accredited to Trinidad and Tobago) has formally closed.
New Zealanders who require emergency consular assistance should contact the 24/7 Consular emergency line on 0800 30 10 30 (within New Zealand) or +64 99 20 20 20 (outside of New Zealand) or email cons@mfat.govt.nz.
Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan
Border Areas
Tensions exist over recognition of the Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan borders. There have been violent clashes along the borders involving shelling and the exchange of gunfire.
Landmines are present along Kyrgyzstan’s borders with Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. We recommend that you only use officially recognised border crossings if entering Uzbekistan and Tajikistan by land. Border crossings are often closed at short notice.
Uganda: Ebola Virus
Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) The Ugandan government has declared an outbreak of EVD caused by Sudan virus in Uganda. The virus is transmitted to people from wild animals (such as fruit bats, porcupines and non-human primates). EVD is not easily spread between people but can be transmitted by direct contact with infected bodily fluids (such as blood, saliva, urine, vomit or faeces) and contaminated surfaces or materials (such as bedding and clothing).
Niger
Niger
As of 26 July 2023, there are reports of political instability within Niamey. New Zealanders in Niger should remain vigilant and monitor the media for further information.
Madagascar
Madagascar
Guam
Guam
Security
New Zealanders in Guam are advised to keep themselves informed of potential risks to safety and security by monitoring the media and other local information sources. Guam is an unincorporated territory of the United States of America. See our USA travel advisory.
Algeria
Algeria
Terrorism
There is a high threat from terrorism in Algeria. We continue to receive information that terrorists aspire to conduct attacks in Algeria. While the threat is greatest in remote mountainous regions and rural areas, attacks can occur indiscriminately anywhere, at any time.
Tajikistan
Tajikistan
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan
Border Areas
The security situation in the areas bordering Afghanistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan is unstable. There have been occasional incidents of armed conflict involving gunfire. Landmines are also found in the border region with Afghanistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. Land border crossings are often closed at short notice.