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- High degree of caution
- Avoid non-essential travel
- Do not travel
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Overview
Security Status
Avoid non-essential travel.
Security Status Last Updated: 16 March 2020
COVID-19
Emergency responses to the Covid-19 crisis in many countries have included restrictions of flights to/from Europe; imposition of new mandatory quarantine arrangements and new restrictions affecting the admission of Irish people travelling to and within the Asia Pacific region.
The Department of Foreign Affairs strongly advises against any non–essential travel to the region until further notice.
A number of cases of the Novel Coronavirus have been reported in the region.
A number of Pacific Islands have now reported cases of COVID-19, and local travel restrictions may apply across the region.
Additional information on the Coronavirus can be found on via the following links:
General Travel Advice
Measles
There is currently a Measles outbreak in the region. The World Health Organisation recommends that travellers get vaccinated against measles at least 15 days prior to travel.
WHO advice for international travel in relation to measles can be found here.
Emergency assistance
Because there is no resident Irish Embassy or Consulate in this area, we’re limited in the help we can offer you in an emergency. However, if you need assistance, please contact the Irish Embassy in Canberra, Australia.
EU Directive on Consular Protection
Under the EU Consular Protection Directive, Irish nationals may seek assistance from the Embassy or Consulate of any other EU member state in a country where there is no Irish Embassy or permanent representation.
Our tips for safe travels
- Purchase comprehensive travel insurance which covers all your intended activities
- Register your details with us so that we can contact you quickly in an emergency, such as a natural disaster or a family emergency
- Follow us on twitter @dfatravelwise for the latest travel updates
- Read our Topical ‘Know Before You Go’ guide
Safety and Security
Safety and Security
Local Laws and Customs
Local Laws and Customs
Additional Information
Additional Information
Additional information
Health
There is currently an outbreak of Zika Virus (a dengue-like mosquito-borne disease) in some of the Pacific Islands. Irish Citizens especially those with a weakened immune system or women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant are advised to follow guidance available on the website of the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC).
Check with your doctor well in advance of travelling to see if you need any vaccinations for this country.
More travel advice
Because we don’t have an Embassy or Consulate in this country, we can’t give you up-to-date travel advice.
But you can visit these foreign ministries for more detailed information:
Embassy contact
Embassy Contact
We do not have an Embassy in Pacific Islands, please contact our office in Dublin.
Department of Foreign Affairs
Iveagh House
80 St Stephen’s Green
Dublin 2
D02 VY53
Tel: + 353 (0) 1 408 2000
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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