Official advice for New Zealanders living and travelling overseas

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Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV)

There is ongoing concern about the outbreak of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV), which was first reported by the World Health Organization (WHO) in September 2012. Cases of MERS-CoV have been reported in several Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Lebanon. The virus appears to be circulating widely throughout the Arabian Peninsula and most cases of MERS-CoV have been reported by Saudi Arabia.

Going to Australia?

Immigration information
New Zealand citizens automatically receive a non-protected Special Category Visa (SCV) when they arrive in Australia provided they meet certain security, character and health requirements.  We encourage you to check your eligibility for entry to Australia by visiting the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs website or by contacting your nearest Australian immigration office to discuss your plan to travel to Australia. 

North Asia

Security

New Zealanders travelling in North Asia should maintain a high level of personal security awareness at all times, especially in commercial and public areas, such as shopping malls, bars, markets, on public transport and in other places frequented by foreigners.

Petty theft such as pick-pocketing and bag snatching is common in parts of North Asia especially at tourist sites. Scams also operate in parts of North Asia. You should familiarise yourself with the types of crime that may occur and locations where you may be particularly at risk.