Travel advisory: Fiji

From the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

New Zealanders visiting Fiji should maintain a sensible degree of caution and personal security awareness.

The situation in Fiji is currently calm. However, a state of emergency remains in force. Court proceeding against those involved in the coup of 19 May, as well as legal challenges to Fiji's Interim Government, are taking place. Isolated outbreaks of civil unrest remain possible.

While in Fiji, visitors should monitor the local media and seek information from local authorities where necessary.

Travellers are also advised that there has been a high occurrence of leptospirosis in Fiji this year, which has so far resulted in the deaths of more than 100 people mainly in the province of Macuata Province, Vanua Levu. Visitors to this area should avoid all open waterways and drink only bottled water.

Travellers should be aware that it may not be possible to get comprehensive travel insurance for Fiji.

New Zealanders visiting Fiji are advised to register with the High Commission in Suva.

Tel 00 679 311 422; Fax 00 679 300 842

E-mail: nzhc@is.com.fj

Details required are: full name, New Zealand passport number and contact details whilst in Fiji.

Please note: While every care has been taken in preparing these travel advisories, neither the New Zealand Government nor its agents and employees can accept liability for any loss or damage arising in respect of any statement contained therein.

For further enquiries contact:

Consular Division

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Stafford House 38-42

The Terrace, Wellington

Tel 64-4 494-8500; Fax 494-8506

E-mail: cons@mft.govt.nz