Official advice for New Zealanders living and travelling overseas
American Samoa
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is not issuing a specific travel advisory for American Samoa at this time.
Due to the current outbreak of measles in Samoa, travellers intending to visit American Samoa are now required to demonstrate proof of immunisation at the border before entering the territory. Please read our measles information before travelling.
Netherlands Antilles
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is not issuing a specific travel advisory for Netherlands Antilles at this time.
New Zealanders travelling or living in Netherlands Antilles should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies in place that include provision for medical evacuation by air.
Nauru
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is not issuing a specific travel advisory for Nauru at this time.
New Zealanders travelling or living in Nauru should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies in place that include provision for medical evacuation by air.
New Zealanders travelling or living in Nauru are encouraged to register their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
Namibia
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is not issuing a specific travel advisory for Namibia at this time.
New Zealanders travelling or living in Namibia should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies in place that include provision for medical evacuation by air.
New Zealanders travelling or living in Namibia are encouraged to register their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
South Africa
Crime
There is a very high level of violent crime in South Africa, which includes mugging, murder, sexual assault, carjacking, armed robbery and kidnapping. While most travellers are likely to experience a trouble-free visit, there is a serious risk of crime, particularly in city centres and townships. Although crime occurs at all hours, the risk significantly increases at night.
If you are a citizen of more than one country you are a dual citizen or dual national. This means you are a citizen of both New Zealand and another country at the same time. New Zealand allows dual citizenship and multiple citizenship but some other countries do not.
Whether you're a dual citizen depends on the laws of New Zealand and the other country. Different countries may have different rules.
If you are considering an international surrogacy arrangement, comprehensive information is available on the Oranga Tamariki, Ministry for Children website. We strongly encourage you to read the Fact Sheet on International Surrogacy.
If you are overseas for the purpose of surrogacy you should:
Every year New Zealanders put themselves at risk of arrest or detention for drug-related offences overseas. Remember that when you are overseas you are subject to that country's laws and penalties - no matter how harsh they may appear by New Zealand standards.
If you access consular assistance through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, or register on SafeTravel we will collect and use your personal information for the purpose of providing consular services to you. Read More
