There are limits on the number of incoming international passengers into Australia. Contact your airline or travel agent for the latest updates.
An overseas travel ban is in place for all Australians, with few exceptions. You will not be able to depart Australia to travel overseas, including on international cruises.
From 1 February 2020, the UK is no longer a member of the EU (‘Brexit’). There will be a transition period until 31 December 2020, while the EU and UK negotiate new arrangements. If you are an Australian living or working in, or travelling to, the UK or the EU nothing will change in the […]
The Pacific cyclone season is usually between October and May. During this period, even small tropical storms can develop into major cyclones. Their direction and strength can change with little warning. Cyclones lead to landslides, mudslides and flash flooding causing extreme damage to infrastructure. This can cut off communications and access to transportation, emergency assistance, […]
There’s currently an outbreak of measles in a number of Pacific countries, including Samoa, American Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, and New Zealand. Some countries now have stricter entry requirements to prevent the spread of the disease.
The new COVID-19 ‘Omicron’ variant is of global concern. Flights may be disrupted. Tightened restrictions are in place. If you’re fully vaccinated, you don’t require a negative COVID-19 test result on entry to Zambia, but you’ll be required to provide proof of full vaccination status. Fully vaccinated means having 2 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. If […]
The travel advice level has been lowered to ‘Reconsider your need to travel’ to Zimbabwe due to the impacts of COVID-19 and disruptions to global travel. Several destinations continue to restrict entry or transit of travellers from Zimbabwe. These restrictions may change at short notice.
There’s an ongoing high threat of terrorism, with attacks expected to continue. Don’t travel to Somalia. If you’re in the country, leave as soon as possible. If you decide to stay, get professional security advice. The electoral process in the lead up to the forthcoming Presidential election is likely to correspond with a spike in […]
COVID-19 is widespread in South Sudan. If you’re travelling to South Sudan by air or road you’ll need a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test. If you’re fully vaccinated against COVID-19 you’re not required to self-isolate on arrival. If you are unvaccinated you’re required to self-isolate for a minimum of seven days on arrival. Travel restrictions may […]
The US Government has issued a security alert reminding citizens that extremist groups seek to target locations in Niamey frequented by Westerners. You’re advised to be aware of your surroundings and exercise caution when visiting venues such as banks, supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels. If you’re in Niger, leave as soon as possible if it’s safe […]