Iraq – Travel Warning
Demonstrations are occurring throughout Iraq. The International Zone in Baghdad may be the focus of the demonstrations. Travelers should avoid large crowds and demonstrations and monitor the situation through local media.
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Travel Warning-Thailand
BynovaForeign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against non-essential travel to border areas in the Thai provinces of Tak and Mae Hong Son due to ongoing armed conflict on the Burmese side of the border. Incursions and shelling into Thailand have occurred. In November 2010, fighting within Burma between ethnic groups and military forces involved gun and mortar fire and led to injuries…
Chikungunya reported in Mexico
BynovaOn November 7, 2014. The Pan American Health Organization has reported the first confirmed locally acquired cases of Chikungunya. Chikungunya is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. This mosquito is a daytime bitter. Travellers advised to practice daytime insect precautions while travelling. Seek Medical advice if any traveler is returning within 12 days…
New Caledonia – Travel Health Alert
BynovaAccording to New Caledonia’s Department of Health, 1 confirmed case of locally acquired chikungunya has been reported from Noumea since March 2011. This is the first locally acquired case reported in New Caledonia (2 imported cases were reported in February 2011). Chikungunya is an arboviral infection transmitted by mosquitoes. Travelers are advised to practice daytime…
Dominican Republic: Passport requirement as of April 30, 2012
BynovaStarting April 30, 2012, Canadians will be required to present a passport to visit the Dominican Republic, which will need to be valid for the length of their stay. Until then, Canadians entering the Dominican Republic by direct air travel are only required to be in possession of valid official photo identification (such as a driver’s…
Uganda: Australian Consular Bulletin
BynovaPresidential and parliamentary elections are scheduled for February 18, 2011; local government elections are scheduled for late February and early March 2011. Travelers should avoid all election rallies, protests, and demonstrations. There is an increased possibility of attacks by militant groups during this time.
Vietnam: Dengue
BynovaAccording to WHO, approximately 18,500 cases of dengue fever, a significant increase over the average incidence, have been reported so far this year, primarily in the southern provinces. Travelers are advised to practice daytime insect precautions.