Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has updated its travel advice on Nepal following the devastating earthquake. It warns travellers to reconsider travel to Nepal while relief and recovery efforts are under way.
"Aftershocks are still occurring and may continue for weeks, creating a risk of further building collapses and avalanches. There are also reports of shortages of food, water and accommodation in some locations.
"See our bulletin for Australians in Nepal. Australians seeking to depart Nepal should make arrangements with their tour operator, airline or insurer. The international airport at Kathmandu is open but flight schedules have been disrupted by the earthquake. Contact your airline for latest information on flight schedules.
Australians in Nepal in need of consular assistance may contact the Australian Embassy in Kathmandu on (+977 1 <tel:+977%201>) 437 1678 <tel:437%201678> or the Consular Emergency Centre in Canberra on (+61 2 <tel:+61%202>) 6261 3305 <tel:6261%203305>.
Australian travellers should remain in a safe location and follow the instructions of local authorities. You should check with your transport provider, tour operator or hotel for latest information on disruptions.
Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has updated its travel advice on Nepal following the devastating earthquake. It warns travellers to reconsider travel to Nepal while relief and recovery efforts are under way.
"Aftershocks are still occurring and may continue for weeks, creating a risk of further building collapses and avalanches. There are also reports of shortages of food, water and accommodation in some locations.
"See our bulletin for Australians in Nepal. Australians seeking to depart Nepal should make arrangements with their tour operator, airline or insurer. The international airport at Kathmandu is open but flight schedules have been disrupted by the earthquake. Contact your airline for latest information on flight schedules.
Australians in Nepal in need of consular assistance may contact the Australian Embassy in Kathmandu on (+977 1 <tel:+977%201>) 437 1678 <tel:437%201678> or the Consular Emergency Centre in Canberra on (+61 2 <tel:+61%202>) 6261 3305 <tel:6261%203305>.
Australian travellers should remain in a safe location and follow the instructions of local authorities. You should check with your transport provider, tour operator or hotel for latest information on disruptions.
