Nauru

Overall country Risk Rating: 

 

A - Stable state, there is a low HSE risk. Worksite risk is deemed to be low. The number of road traffic accidents is below the european average. The country is deemed to have a low corruption risk. No statistics are available.

Genvisec advises that all business and leisure travel should be allowed to Nauru

 

Political situation

 

The political situation has been unstable over the past few years.

 

Communications

 

Internet services are available in Nauru, but certain sites, including some social media sites like facebook are blocked by law.

 

Local laws and customs

There are heavy penalties for all drug offences.

 

Homosexuality is technically illegal in many Pacific countries and the law is occasionally enforced. Open displays of affection between same-sex partners may offend.

 

Pointing is considered rude and may cause offence.

 

Money

Nauru uses the Australian dollar. There is one ATM on the island located at the Menen Hotel, but it is often out of cash. Make sure to take enough cash with you to cover your trip. Credit cards have very limited acceptance in Nauru.

 

Health

 Medical facilities in Nauru are very basic and medical evacuation by air ambulance to Australia is necessary in most cases. Make sure you have adequate travel health insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad and repatriation.

 

Nauru is subject to periodic outbreaks of typhoid. Dengue fever also occurs.

 

There have been reports of visitors being bitten by stray dogs. Be vigilant, particularly on the beach. If you are approached by a dog, do not run. Reaching down as if to pick up something off the ground can be enough to scare dogs away. If you are bitten seek medical attention immediately.

 

If you need emergency medical assistance during your trip, dial 117 or 118 and ask for an ambulance. You should contact your insurance/medical assistance company promptly if you are referred to a medical facility for treatment

 

Visas

 

EU passport holders need a visa before travelling to Nauru.  For details on how to apply contact:

Nauru High Commission, Ratu Sukuna House, Victoria Parade, PO Box 2420, Government Buildings, Suva, Republic of Fiji; (Tel: + 679 331 3566/331 2032; Fax: + 679 331 2032/331 8311); e-mail: naurulands@connect.com.fj.

 

or:

 

Director of Immigration, Customs and Immigration, Department of Justice, Government Building, Yaren District, Republic of Nauru; (Tel: + 674 444 3152 / 3162; Fax: + 674 444 3832).

 

Passport validity

 

Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 3 months from the date of entry into Nauru.

 

The Nauruan authorities have confirmed they will accept British passports extended by 12 months by British Embassies and Consulates under additional measures put in place in mid-2014.

 

Yellow fever

 

Yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.

 

Natural disasters

 

Being so close to the equator, Nauru does not experience tropical cyclones. However, during the wet season, which normally runs from November to April, strong winds and sea swells are sometimes experienced.

 

Nauru is subject to periodic spells of drought. These can be severe. During times of drought water restrictions may be put in place.

 

During the wet season from November to April, strong winds, sea swells and tropical cyclones sometimes occur. Monitor regional and international weather updates from the World Meteorological Organisation and the Fiji Meteorological Service Fiji Meteorological Service, and checking local newspapers and local radio.