Travel advisory: Fiji

From the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

There has been further improvement in the security situation in Fiji. Law and order has largely been brought under control on Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, except for a small number of areas.

The situation remains unpredictable however. A state of emergency remains in force and occasional attacks on Fiji Indians continue in isolated areas. Other violent incidents and outbreaks of civil unrest remain possible, particularly while court proceedings against George Speight and his supporters are in process.

In Western Viti Levu including Nadi, the Mamanuca and Yasawa islands and on the Coral Coast the situation generally is largely back to normal apart from a few military checkpoints around the Nadi area and the airport.

The situation remains potentially more volatile in Suva where a military curfew remains in effect.

New Zealanders are advised to take particular care with holiday and non-essential travel to Suva and Nausori, and to avoid holiday and non-essential travel to Tailevu, Naitasiri, and the interior of the eastern side of Viti Levu (where the military are still pursuing criminal elements).

New Zealanders visiting Fiji are advised to maintain a sensible degree of caution and personal security awareness. Visitors should monitor the local media for current information.

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