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Civil Unrest
Protests and demonstrations occur regularly in Chile, particularly in central Santiago and other major cities. Dates of national significance such as 11 September (anniversary of the 1973 military coup), 18 October (anniversary of 2019 civil unrest), 29 March (anniversary of the Young Combatant) and 1 May (Workers’ Day) may be a focus for protesters and are often marked by demonstrations. Police may use tear gas and/or water cannons to disperse crowds.

Poland

Poland

Ukraine and Belarus borders
The New Zealand Government advises against all travel to Ukraine and Belarus. Outside of designated border crossings, access to areas very close to the Polish border with Ukraine and the Polish border with Belarus may be restricted. Checkpoints may close or implement restrictions at short notice.

Lebanon

Lebanon

Argentina

Argentina

Crime
Distraction thefts and violent crime, such as armed robbery, are an issue in Argentina, particularly in larger cities like Buenos Aires, Mendoza and Rosario. Petty crime such as pick-pocketing, bag-snatching and mobile phone theft is common, especially in popular tourist and public areas, and on public transport.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong

National Security Laws
Hong Kong’s Safeguarding National Security Law came into effect on 23 March 2024. The law includes additional national security offences. You could be detained without charge for up to 16 days and denied access to a lawyer for up to 48 hours.

Russian Federation

Russian Federation

Following reports on 24 June 2023 of military tensions in the Rostov Oblast, all restrictions imposed in Tula, Tver, Voronezh, Lipetsk and Moscow have now been lifted. Further measures may be implemented at short notice.

If you are in Russia, you should leave while limited commercial options are still available. New Zealanders who choose to remain in country are advised to follow the advice of local authorities.

Anzac Day 2024 commemorations in Gallipoli, Türkiye

Attending the services

The 2024 Anzac Day commemorative services at Gallipoli will be held on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 April. More information on the services, what to expect at Gallipoli and what to bring, can be found here.

Haiti

Haiti

On 3 March 2024, prisoners escaped after gangs overwhelmed security forces at the main prison in Port au Prince, Haiti’s capital. The government declared a state of emergency, with a nightly curfew in place.

If you are currently in Haiti, you should consider leaving via commercial options, if you can do so safely.