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<p>Dear Industry Partners, </p><p>MFA has issued a Travel Notice on Vanuatu on 19 December 2024. </p><p>Read more: <a href="https://www.mfa.gov.sg/countries-regions/v/vanuatu/travel-page">https://www.mfa.gov.sg/countries-regions/v/vanuatu/travel-page</a> </p><p> </p><p>The Government of Vanuatu has declared a 7-day state of emergency with imposed curfew after the devastation caused by a massive earthquake near Port Vila on 17 December 2024. There have been multiple aftershocks, causing widespread infrastructure damage, including to roads and buildings. Essential services, including telecommunications, have been disrupted. Transport services, including flights, have been impacted.</p><p>Singaporeans who are in Vanuatu should remain alert to your surrounding environment as aftershocks may continue, and damaged buildings and infrastructure may pose safety hazard. Please be vigilant, monitor the situation closely, heed the advice of the local authorities and leave as soon as possible for safer areas, where necessary. </p><p>Singaporeans are also 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 should also purchase comprehensive travel insurance and familiarise themselves with the policy’s terms and coverage.</p><p>Singapore has no diplomatic presence in Vanuatu, which constrains our ability to extend consular assistance in an emergency. Singaporeans in need of consular assistance may contact the 24-hour Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office at:</p><p>Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24-hr) <br>Address: Tanglin, Singapore 248163 <br>Tel: +65 6379 8800/8855<br>Email: <a href="mailto:mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg">mfa_duty_officer@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>
<p><strong>UPDATE TO TRAVEL ADVISORY TO PAKISTAN</strong></p><p>Last updated: 27 November 2024</p><p>Islamabad is under strict lockdown due to ongoing protests, and all roads leading into and out of the city are closed. Public transport services have also been suspended. Access to internet and mobile services in all major cities has been disrupted. </p><p>We advise Singaporeans to defer all non-essential travel to high-risk areas in Pakistan. If you are already in Pakistan, you should take all necessary precautions to ensure your personal safety. Singaporeans are advised to avoid large gatherings, monitor developments closely through the local news, and heed the instructions of the local authorities. Singaporeans in or travelling to Pakistan are encouraged to eRegister with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at <a href="https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg">https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg</a>.</p><p>Those who require consular assistance can contact the following:</p><p>Singapore Honorary Consulate-General in Karachi, Pakistan</p><p>Address: Lakson Square Building No. 2, Sarwar Shaheed Road, Karachi</p><p>Tel: +92 21 3568 6419 / +92 21 3568 5308</p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:singaporecg@cyber.net.pk">singaporecg@cyber.net.pk</a></p><p> </p><p>Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24-hours)</p><p>Tanglin, Singapore 248163</p><p>Tel: +65 6379 8800/ 8855</p><p>Email: <a href="mailto:mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg">mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg</a></p>
<p>Dear Industry Partners, </p><p>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has issued a Travel Notice on Laos on 26 November 2024. </p><p>Read more:<a href="https://www.mfa.gov.sg/countries-regions/l/lao-peoples-democratic-republic/travel-page"> https://www.mfa.gov.sg/countries-regions/l/lao-peoples-democratic-republic/travel-page</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Travel Notice: Reported Methanol Poisoning in Laos</strong></p><p>In November 2024, several tourists were reported to have died or fallen ill, reportedly after consuming alcoholic drinks contaminated with methanol in Vang Vieng, Vientiane Province, Laos.</p><p>Singaporeans in Laos are advised to exercise vigilance when consuming alcoholic drinks. Purchase alcoholic drinks only from licensed shops, bars and hotels and avoid homemade alcoholic drinks. Refrain from consuming alcoholic drinks that have an unusual smell or taste, as they may be unsafe. Bottles with incorrect spelling or poorly printed labels and seals that are not intact could be signs of counterfeit alcohol and should not be consumed.</p><p>Singaporeans in need of consular assistance may contact the Singapore Embassy in Vientiane or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office at:</p><p>Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Vientiane<br>Tel: +856-21-353-939 / +856-20-5559-9059 (After office hours)</p><p>Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 hours)<br>Tel: +65 6379 8800 / +65 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>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>
