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Guinea-Bissau

Guinea-Bissau

Political instability/civil unrest
While the security situation is currently calm, Guinea-Bissau has a history of political instability and periodic violence. An attempted coup d’etat took place in February 2022 and further civil or military unrest is possible.  

Costa Rica

Costa Rica

Violent Crime
Violent crime is a concern in Costa Rica and can include armed robbery, sexual assault, home invasions, gang mugging and car-jacking. Exercise particular caution in the capital, San Jose. In January 2018 a tourist bus was stopped by criminals and passengers were robbed at gunpoint in Tortuguero, Limon province.

Austria

Austria

Crime
The crime rate in Austria is low. However, petty crime (such as pickpocketing and bag snatching) occurs in shopping areas, restaurants, cafés, hotel lobbies, on public transport at tourist attractions. Travellers on international trains and buses, such as the train between Vienna and Budapest, are often targeted for theft. New Zealanders in Austria should be alert of their surroundings and take steps to safeguard their personal belongings at all times. Never leave your bags unattended. 

Luxembourg

Luxembourg

Terrorism
Terrorist groups, individuals returning to Europe from areas of conflict, and individuals adhering to various forms of extremist ideologies, continue to make threats to conduct attacks across Europe. Groups adhering to various ideologies have conducted attacks in Europe in the past. 

Rwanda

Rwanda

Border regions
Due to ongoing tensions, borders with the DRC and Burundi could close without notice. If you travel to these areas, be vigilant as the security situation could deteriorate with little warning. Exercise extreme caution if you are travelling in border areas as the border may not be clearly marked.

Switzerland

Switzerland

Terrorism
Terrorist groups, including individuals returning to Europe from areas of conflict, and individuals adhering to varioius forms of extremist ideologies, continue to make threats to conduct attacks in Switzerland and across Europe.