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Reviewed: 8 February 2010, 14:05 NZDT
Still current at:
22 March 2010
There is extreme risk to your security in the northern areas of Sri Lanka due to politically motivated violence and we advise against all travel to these areas. The northern area encompasses all areas north of the boundary line from Mullikkulam on the north west coast to Kokkilai on the north east coast.
There is high risk to your security elsewhere in Sri Lanka, including in the capital Colombo and we advise against all tourist and other non-essential travel due to the threat from politically motivated violence.
The fighting between the Sri Lankan Government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Elam (LTTE) ended in May 2009 and all territory is now under government control. The risk of politically motivated violence, however, remains. Attacks cannot be ruled out and could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.
The State of Emergency, which provides for extensive anti-terrorism powers, has recently been extended by the Government. The country still operates under a high level of security with a widespread military presence and many roadblocks. Travellers should exercise extreme caution and maintain a high level of personal security awareness.
New Zealanders travelling or resident in Sri Lanka should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies that include provision for medical evacuation by air.
New Zealanders resident or travelling in Sri Lanka are strongly encouraged to register their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
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The New Zealand High Commission, New Delhi, India, is accredited to Sri Lanka
Contact details are:
Street address Sir Edmund Hillary Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110 021, India
Telephone +91 11 2688 3170 Facsimile +91 11 2688 3165
Email: nzhc@ndf.vsnl.net.in
Website New Zealand High Commission New Delhi [external link]
Office hours Mon – Fri 0830 - 1700 hrs
