Official advice for New Zealanders living and travelling overseas
Brunei Darussalam
Crime
Petty crime such as theft and burglary can occur in Brunei Darussalam. We advise New Zealanders to be alert to their surroundings at all times and take steps to safeguard and secure their personal belongings.
Civil unrest
Civil unrest is extremely rare in Brunei Darussalam, but protests and demonstrations could have the potential to result in violence. We advise monitoring local media and following any instructions from local authorities.
Slovak Republic
Tonga
Crime
Crime levels in Tonga are relatively low, however incidents of robberies, violent assaults and sexual assaults do occur, including against foreigners. House break-ins and property theft also occur. Security risks increase after dark, avoid travelling alone at night or to isolated areas.
South Sudan
Armed conflict/civil unrest
Pockets of armed conflict between government and various opposition forces remain and the security situation in Juba has the potential to deteriorate with little or no warning. The political and security situation throughout South Sudan remains volatile.
Somalia
Terrorism
There is an extreme threat from terrorism throughout Somalia. Terrorist attacks could occur without warning at anytime, anywhere in Somalia and often involve car bombs, multiple explosions and heavily armed gunmen.
The threat is particularly high in the capital Mogadishu, where terrorist group Al Shabaab continues to conduct attacks on a regular basis. Previous attacks have specifically targeted foreigners and personnel from international organisations.
Zimbabwe
Civil Unrest/Political Tension
Civil unrest and political tension is common in Zimbabwe, and reports of politically-motivated intimidation and violence continue. Ongoing political tensions may result in demonstrations.
Qatar
Terrorism
Terrorists have, and continue to threaten to carry out attacks in the Gulf region. These include references to attacks on Western interests, including residential compounds, as well as places of worship, military, oil, transport and aviation interests. Terrorists are likely to try and carry out attacks in Qatar.
Guatemala
Violent Crime
Guatemala has one of the highest violent crime rates in Latin America. Criminal acts often involve firearms and may include armed robbery, kidnapping, sexual assault and murder. The majority of this crime is drug and gang-related, however, violence can be indiscriminate and occur in areas frequented by tourists.
Solomon Islands
Political Tensions/Civil Unrest
Civil unrest can arise with little notice and political developments have occasionally resulted in violence. National and provincial elections will take place in Solomon Islands on 17 April 2024.
Albania
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 throughout Europe.
