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<p>Dear Industry Partners, </p><p>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has issued a Travel Notice on Indonesia on 13 November 2024. </p><p>Read more: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.sg/countries-regions/i/indonesia/travel-page">https://www.mfa.gov.sg/countries-regions/i/indonesia/travel-page</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>TRAVEL NOTICE: ERUPTION OF MOUNT LEWOTOBI LAKI-LAKI</strong></p><p><strong>13 November 2024 </strong></p><p>Since the recent eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki Eruption on 12 November 2024, the Indonesian authorities have placed the alert-level for Mount Semeru at Level 4 (Awas or Warning) and advised residents not to carry out any activities within 7km from the crater and within a 9km radius toward the southwest to northwest sector. There have also been reports of flight cancellations and closure of airports in the surrounding areas.</p><p>Singaporeans in the area should monitor these developments closely and adhere to local advisories.</p><p>The local authorities have set up the Tourist Information Center (TIC) in Labuan Bajo to assist travellers affected by the eruption. The TIC can be contacted via Whatsapp at +62 81138794555.</p><p>Given the volcanic activity of Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki and the related travel disruptions, Singaporeans should check on advisories issued by Indonesia’s Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation Agency (PVMBG) at <a href="https://vsi.esdm.go.id/">https://vsi.esdm.go.id/</a> and contact their airline for updates before their travel. They should take necessary precautions for their personal safety and e-Register with MFA immediately at <a href="https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg/">https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg/</a> if they have not done so. Those in need of consular assistance may contact the Singapore Embassy in Jakarta or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office at:<br><br><strong>Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Jakarta</strong><br>Tel: +62 (21) 2995 0400 during office hours, or the 24-hour hotline +62 811 863 348 for emergencies outside of office hours<br><br><strong>Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24-hours)</strong><br>Tel: +65 6379 8800/6379 8855</p><p> </p><p>On behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA),</p><p>Travel Agents and Tourist Guides Division</p>
<p>Dear Industry Partners</p><p> </p><p>Please refer to the attached infographic based on the joint STB-LTA advisory notice regarding the increasing presence of foreign-registered vehicles offering illegal point-to-point (P2P) transportation services and unlicensed tourist guiding activity in Singapore that was posted on 1 October 2024 at the link stated below. </p><p> </p><p>Regards,</p><p>Travel Agents and Tourist Guide Division </p><p>Singapore Tourism Board</p>
<p>Dear Industry Partners</p><p> </p><p>This is a joint STB-LTA advisory notice regarding the increasing presence of foreign-registered vehicles offering illegal point-to-point (P2P) transportation services and unlicensed tourist guiding activity in Singapore. </p><p>Please refer to attached advisory notice. </p><p><br> </p><p>Regards,</p><p>Travel Agents and Tourist Guide Division </p><p>Singapore Tourism Board</p>
<p>Dear Industry Partners, </p><p>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has updated its travel advisory for Lebanon on 28 September 2024. </p><p>Read more here: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.sg/countries-regions/l/lebanon/travel-page">https://www.mfa.gov.sg/countries-regions/l/lebanon/travel-page </a></p><p><strong>Travel Advisory for Lebanon</strong></p><p><strong>28 September 2024</strong></p><p>In view of the volatile situation in the region, Singaporeans are advised to defer all travel to Lebanon. Singaporeans currently in Lebanon should leave the country immediately via commercial options while they remain available. Singaporeans who choose to remain in Lebanon should remain vigilant, monitor local developments closely and heed the advice of the Lebanese government. They should also avoid protests and large gatherings, as well as avoid travel to southern Beirut and southern Lebanon, including the Lebanon-Israel border areas.</p><p>Singaporeans in Lebanon are strongly encouraged to eRegister with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at <a href="https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg">https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg</a> so that we can contact them should the need arise. Those who need consular assistance while in Lebanon may contact the Singapore Honorary Consulate-General in Beirut or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 hours) at:</p><p><strong>Honorary Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore in Beirut</strong><br>Address: Center Sofil, Charles Malek Avenue<br>Achrafieh, Beirut, Lebanon<br>P.O.Box 166730<br>Telephone: +961-1-334-335, 200-786, 200-787<br>Email: <a href="mailto:singaporeconsulate@cyberia.net.lb">singaporeconsulate@cyberia.net.lb</a></p><p><strong>Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 hours)</strong><br>Address: Tanglin, Singapore 248163<br>Tel: +65 6379 8800/8855<br>Fax: +65 6476 7302<br>Email: <a href="mailto:mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg">mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg</a></p><p>On behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA),</p><p>Travel Agents and Tourist Guides Division</p>
<p>Dear Industry Partners, </p><p> </p><p>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has updated its travel advisory for Israel and the Palestinian Territories on 23 September 2024. Read more here: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.sg/tel-aviv">https://www.mfa.gov.sg/tel-aviv</a>. </p><p>---------------------------</p><p><strong>Travel Advisory for Israel and the Palestinian Territories</strong></p><p><strong>23 September 2024</strong></p><p>Singaporeans should avoid all travel to the Gaza Strip, the West Bank, and Israel’s borders with the Gaza Strip, Lebanon and Syria. Singaporeans should also avoid all non-essential travel to Israel in view of the ongoing conflict. Commercial airlines may also suspend their flights to Tel Aviv at short notice.</p><p>Singaporeans residing in Israel are advised to remain vigilant, monitor local developments closely, and adhere to the guidelines of the Israeli Home Front Command. They should also avoid areas known for public disturbances or where large crowds congregate, especially in the Old City and East Jerusalem including Haram al-Sharif/Temple Mount. They should take all necessary precautions for personal safety including purchasing comprehensive travel and medical insurance.</p><p>In addition, Singaporeans are strongly encouraged to eRegister with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at <a href="https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg/">https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg</a> so that we can contact you should the need arise. Singaporeans are also advised to stay in touch with your family and friends so that they know you are safe. Those who need consular assistance while in Israel or the Palestinian Territories may contact the Singapore Embassy in Tel Aviv or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 hours) at:</p><p><strong>Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Israel (Tel Aviv)</strong><br>Address: 28 HaArba’a Street, South Tower (19th floor), Tel Aviv 6473926, Israel</p><p>Telephone: +972 3 7289334<br>Fax: +972 3 7289340<br>Email: <a href="mailto:singemb_tlv@mfa.sg">singemb_tlv@mfa.sg</a></p><p><strong>Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 hours)</strong></p><p>Address: Tanglin, Singapore 248163</p><p>Telephone: +65 6379 8800 / 8855</p><p>Fax: +65 6476 7302</p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:mfa_duty_office@mfa.gov.sg">mfa_duty_office@mfa.gov.sg</a></p><p> </p><p>On behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA),</p><p>Travel Agents and Tourist Guides Division</p>
