SafeTravel NZ
-
Aviation security enhancements for flights to the United States and United Kingdom
Aviation security enhancements for flights to the United States and United Kingdom From no later than 25 March 2017, passengers on direct flights inbound to the United States and the…
-
Dengue Fever
Dengue Fever People travelling to the Pacific should take extra steps to avoid mosquito bites following an outbreak of dengue fever. Outbreaks of mosquito-borne illnesses are common in the tropical…
-
Heading overseas on a break?
Heading overseas on a break? Recent terrorist attacks in Europe, in popular places frequented by Kiwi travellers, have put the spotlight on important measures everyone should take to help ensure…
-
United States of America: 90 Day Visa Waiver and Zero Tolerance
United States of America: 90 Day Visa Waiver and Zero Tolerance The policy of the United States of America with regard to all visa and overstaying violations is one of…
-
New Zealanders with unpaid debts overseas
New Zealanders with unpaid debts overseas New Zealanders with unpaid debts overseas may be detained on arrival at the airport by the local authorities, including when in transit. You may…
-
Medical tourism
Medical tourism It is important to consider your physical and mental health before travelling overseas, and this includes for the purpose of medical tourism. Many New Zealanders are tempted by…
-
Travelling with a criminal conviction
Travelling with a criminal conviction Other countries’ border control authorities may refuse entry to New Zealand citizens with a criminal record, in accordance with their regulations. This may be regardless…
-
South America: Ayahuasca tea
South America: Ayahuasca tea In some South American countries, especially Peru, Ecuador and Colombia, shamans and other individuals offer ‘spiritual cleansing’ rituals which involve serving Ayahuasca tea. This tea contains dimethyltryptamine…
-
Europe: Internal border controls
Europe: Internal border controls As the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade does not issue visas it cannot provide definitive advice on the requirements to enter or exit countries within…
-
Health Information
Health Information The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade liaises with the Ministry of Health to provide information on health issues for New Zealand travellers, including information on disease outbreaks and…