The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade does not issue a travel advice for Equatorial Guinea at this time.

Australians are advised to read the General Advice to Australian Travellers which provides general information about safety and security, local laws and customs, entry and exit requirements, health issues, travel and health insurance and consular assistance and registration.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed cases of H1N1 Influenza 09 in a number of countries throughout the world. For a list of these countries, visit the WHO website . For further information and advice to Australians on precautionary measures see our travel bulletin on H1N1 Influenza 09.

Equatorial Guinea is listed by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as endemic for yellow fever. Some airlines may require passengers to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate before being allowed to board flights out of the country. If in doubt, check with your airline.

If you have visited Equatorial Guinea in the last six days prior to your date of return to Australia, Australian Customs officials will ask you to present a valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate on entry into Australia.

The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has confirmed cases of avian influenza in birds in a number of countries throughout the world. For a list of these countries, visit the OIE website . For information on our advice to Australians on how to reduce the risk of infection and on Australian Government precautions see our travel bulletin on avian influenza.

Australia does not have an Embassy or Consulate in Equatorial Guinea. Australians may obtain consular assistance from the Australian Embassy in Spain. Contact details are:

Australian Embassy
Level 24, Torre Espacio Building
Paseo de la Castellana, 259D
28046 Madrid, SPAIN
Telephone: (34) 91 353 6600
Facsimile: (34) 91 353 6692
Web : www.spain.embassy.gov.au

All Australians travelling to Equatorial Guinea, whether for tourism or business or for short or long stays, are encouraged to register with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Australians can register in person at any Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate or online . The registration information provided by you will help us to find you in an emergency - whether it is a natural disaster, civil disturbance or a family emergency.

If the situation changes and a travel advice for Equatorial Guinea is issued, travellers can be automatically notified by subscribing to our e-mail subscription service .

Foreign Affairs Canada , the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office , and the US State Department also issue travel advice for their citizens.

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Canberra may be contacted on (02) 6261 3305