The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and External Trade of the Republic of Vanuatu wishes to advise all Vanuatu nationals and passport holders to refrain from traveling to the Middle East region due to the volatile and security environment.

Should any national have traveling plans through and into that region the Ministry’s is advising that these be delayed until it is safe. Given the unpredictable nature of the situation, there is a significant risk that the security environment can quickly deteriorate.

The Ministry is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates through media and its website www.mfaicet.gov.vu.

The Ministry is urging all Vanuatu citizens who are currently in the region or have planned to travel to reconsider their arrangements and prioritize their safety. For those who require assistance, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Vanuatu missions abroad are prepared to offer consular support.

Contact:

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation & External Trade
Tel: +678–33180,
Email: mofa@vanuatu.gov.vu

Embassy of Vanuatu, Belgium
Tel : (+32) 2 772 7141
Email : info@vanuatu-embassy.eu