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It contains new information under Civil unrest/political tension (attacks against Western interests in Libya in 2012 and continuing violent clashes between armed groups cheap hotels in pigeon forge throughout Libya). cheap hotels in pigeon forge We continue to advise Australians not to travel to Libya due to the unpredictable security situation throughout the country.
The Australian Consulate-General in Tripoli is closed until further notice. Australians in Libya who require consular assistance should contact the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade s 24-hour Consular Operations Centre on +61 2 62613305 or the Australian Embassy in Cairo on +202 2770 6600 (see under Where to get help for details).
Visa and other entry and exit conditions (such as currency, customs and quarantine regulations) change regularly. Contact cheap hotels in pigeon forge the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Libya for the most up to date information. Tourist visas are generally not available to individuals unless you are part of an organised tour group travelling with a Libyan tourist company.
You should enter Libya at official border crossing sites. Travellers who are unable to provide evidence they entered at an official cheap hotels in pigeon forge border crossing may be detained. You should register your passports with the police station closest cheap hotels in pigeon forge to your accommodation. Failure to do so may result in fines and problems during your stay or on departure.
A valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is required for entry into Libya if you are arriving from a country endemic for yellow fever. The World Health Organisation provides a list of countries endemic for yellow fever.
At elections held in July 2012 a General National Congress was elected. On 12 September 2012 the Congress elected a new Prime Minister who is expected to announce the Cabinet in the near future. Public cheap hotels in pigeon forge demonstrations often occur in the central squares of Libya s cities, and can sometimes turn violent. The security environment remains fragile, including cheap hotels in pigeon forge the presence cheap hotels in pigeon forge of well-armed militias, and serious security incidents are frequent.
There have been a number of attacks on Western interests in Libya in 2012. In April 2012, an explosion targeted a column of UN vehicles in Benghazi. In June 2012, in separate incidents in Benghazi a bomb exploded near the US Consulate and a British Embassy convoy was attacked. In June 2012, the offices of the Red Cross were attacked in Misrata. On 6 August 2012, a US Embassy vehicle in Tripoli was attacked by armed assailants in a possible car-jacking. cheap hotels in pigeon forge On 11 September 2012, an armed attack on the US Consulate in Benghazi resulted in the death of the US Ambassador and a number of staff. Other diplomatic premises in Tripoli have been subject to attack.
Australians who choose to remain in Libya should be aware that violent clashes between armed militia and tribes may occur across the country. Political violence has increased in 2012, particularly cheap hotels in pigeon forge in Tripoli and Benghazi where a number of assassinations and car bombings have occurred. In June 2012, Libyan authorities declared warring mountain towns in the country s west a military zone . Also in June, an armed militia group occupied Tripoli s international airport, disrupting a number of flights. cheap hotels in pigeon forge On 19 August 2012, two car bombs detonated cheap hotels in pigeon forge in Tripoli. The situation across cheap hotels in pigeon forge Libya is unpredictable andsecurity incidents can arise and escalate quickly. Against this background, Australians should cheap hotels in pigeon forge be aware that the Australian government s ability to provide consular assistance to Australians in Libya remains limited.
The Australian Consulate-General in Tripoli is closed until further notice. Australians in Libya who require consular cheap hotels in pigeon forge assistance should cheap hotels in pigeon forge contact the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or 1300 555 135 within Australia or the Australian Embassy in Cairo on +202 2770 6600.
Australians are urged to avoid political gatherings and demonstrations as they have the potential to turn violent. cheap hotels in pigeon forge If you are in an area where a protest is occurring you should either leave, if it is safe to do so, or remain indoors and away from windows.
We advise you not to travel to Libya because of the unsettled security situation and the threat of terrorist attack. cheap hotels in pigeon forge Terrorist attacks could occur at anytime and anywhere in Libya, including at places frequented by foreigners. The unsettled security situation may in fact provide increased cheap hotels in pigeon forge scope for terrorists to operate in Libya. A number of militant groups are known to operate in Libya and some may seek to target Western interests.
There is a risk of terrorist attack against Western interests in Libya. In planning your activities, consider the kind of places known to be terrorist targets and the level of security provided. cheap hotels in pigeon forge Possible targets include commercial and public cheap hotels in pigeon forge areas known to be frequented by foreigners such as hotels, office buildings, restaurants, schools, places of worship, outdoor recreation events, public transport, embassies, markets and shopping areas, historic sites and tourist areas. Significant concentrations of foreign workers in remote locations may also be at risk.
There is an ongoing threat of kidnapping in Libya and foreigners may be targeted. Such kidnappings are more likely in sparsely populated border areas. For more information about kidnapping, see our Kidnapping Threat travel bulletin.
The Australian Government's longstanding policy is that it does not make payments or concessions to kidnappers. The Australian Government considers that paying a ransom increases the risk of further kidnappings, including of other Australians. If you do decide to travel to an area where there is a particular threat of kidnapping, you should ensure you have personal security measures in place, seek professional security advice and take out kidnapping insurance.
Borders with Niger, Chad and Sudan: We advise you not to travel to the border areas with Niger, cheap hotels in pigeon forge Chad, and Sudan, or undertake cross-border travel between Libya and Niger, Chad, or Sudan, because of banditry, the presence of armed tribal groups and the risk of kidnapping by terrorists. You should be aware of the very high threat of kidnapping by terrorists in these areas.
There is a high risk of crime in Libya as law and order has broken down in many parts of the country. Violent crime continues to be a problem in Tripoli, Benghazi and other parts of Libya. There have been a number of reports of car-jacking and robbery by armed groups. Due to the presence of large number of weapons there is a heightened risk of crime involving firearms and violence.
Libya is a cash society and credit card use is extremely cheap hotels in pigeon forge limited. Accessing money from banks may be difficult, as some banking services may be disrupted due to the security situation. Travellers' cheques are not accepted and the number of ATMs is extremely limited.
Make two photocopies of valuables cheap hotels in pigeon forge such as your passport, tickets, visas and travellers' cheques. Keep one copy with you in a separate place to the original and leave another copy with someone at home.
Your passport is a valuable document that is attractive to criminals who may try to use your identity to commit crimes. It should always be kept in a safe place. You are required by Australian law to report a lost or stolen passport. If your passport is lost or stolen overseas, report it online or contact the nearest Australian cheap hotels in pigeon forge Embassy, High Commission or Consulate as soon as possible.
Replacing a passport incurs an additional fee. In some cases, the Government may also restrict the length of validity or type of replacement passports. For further information, see Lost or stolen passport .
There have been reports of violence and armed robberies targeted vehicles seeking to depart Libya by road, including to Tunisia. You should not attempt to depart Libya through the borders with southern Algeria, Chad and Niger due to the very high threat of kidnapping in those areas.
Although road conditions are reasonable throughout Libya, cheap hotels in pigeon forge driving standards are poor and the volume of traffic is heavy. Wind-blown sand can reduce visibility quickly. For further advice, see our bulletin cheap hotels in pigeon forge on Overseas Road Safety .
When you are in Libya, be aware that local laws and penalties, including ones that appear harsh by Australian standards, do apply to you. If you are arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you but we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.
Some Australian criminal laws, such as those relating to money laundering, bribery of foreign public officials, terrorism, child pornography, cheap hotels in pigeon forge and child sex tourism, apply to Australians overseas. Australians who commit these offences while overseas may be prosecuted in Australia.
Australian authorities are committed to combating sexual cheap hotels in pigeon forge exploitation of children by Australians overseas. Australians may be prosecuted at home under Australian child sex tourism and child pornography laws. These laws provide severe penalties for up to 25 years imprisonment for Australians who engage in child sexual exploitation while outside of Australia.
We strongly recommend that you take out comprehensive travel insurance that will cover any overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation, before you depart. Confirm that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away and check what circumstances and activities are not included in your policy. Remember, regardless of how healthy and fit you are, if you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. The Australian Government will not pay for a traveller's medical expenses overseas or medical evacuation costs.
Your doctor or travel clinic is the best source of information about immunisations (including booster cheap hotels in pigeon forge doses of childhood vaccinations) and disease outbreaks overseas. The World Health Organization (WHO) provides information for travellers and our 'Travelling Well' brochure also provides useful tips for travelling with medicines and staying healthy while overseas.
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