Travel Information From Heard and McDonald Islands to Norfolk Island

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Routine Vaccines

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (Influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
• Polio
• Shingles

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Norfolk Island.
Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.
Travelers allergic to a vaccine component or who are younger than 6 months should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages to Norfolk Island.

Measles

Infants 6 to 11 months old traveling internationally should get 1 dose of measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine before travel. This dose does not count as part of the routine childhood vaccination series.

Typhoid

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Required if traveling from a country with risk of YF virus transmission and ≥1 year of age, including transit >12 hours in an airport located in a country with risk of YF virus transmission. This requirement excludes Galápagos Islands in Ecuador.

You will need 6 months validity remaining on your passport from the date of entry.

Local Phrases Language : English

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Norfolk Island is a territory under the authority of the Commonwealth of Australia. Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect lengthy jail sentences and heavy fines. Traffic drives on the left. Local authorities accept your overseas driving licence if the names on your licence match exactly those in your passport.

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Kingston

Kingston is the administrative centre of the Australian external territory of Norfolk Island. The Norfolk Island Regional Council is based in Kingston. The settlement is the second-oldest in Australia, founded a little over a month after Sydney.

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Crime in Norfolk Island

Norfolk Island is a relatively safe destination with low levels of crime. However, visitors should still take basic precautions to protect themselves and their belongings, such as keeping their valuables secure and being aware of their surroundings. Here are some of the potential crime risks to be aware of when traveling to Norfolk Island:

Petty Theft: Petty theft, such as pickpocketing and theft of unattended belongings, can occur in tourist areas. Visitors should take basic precautions and keep their valuables secure.

Scams: As in any destination, there is a risk of scams and fraudulent activities. Visitors should be cautious when dealing with strangers and avoid giving out personal information.

Domestic Violence: Domestic violence is a serious issue on Norfolk Island, and visitors should be aware of the risks. If you witness any incidents of domestic violence or abuse, report them immediately to the authorities.

Drug Offences: Drug offenses are taken seriously on Norfolk Island, and visitors should avoid any involvement with illegal drugs.

Overall, crime risks on Norfolk Island are relatively low compared to other destinations, and most visitors do not experience any problems. However, visitors should take basic precautions to protect themselves and their belongings, and be aware of the unique risks associated with this remote Australian external territory in the Pacific Ocean.

• The most common religion in Norfolk Island is Protestantism.
• Don't forget to remove your shoes before entering someone's home.
• Don't expect public transport - there’s none.
• Don't necessarily try to enter a local house or community hall from the ocean side - rather try to enter from the lagoon side. Many citizens still live in open thatched houses.
• Don't forget the rainy season usually runs between November and April.

Do I need travel insurance to travel to Norfolk Island?

Travel insurance is very important when traveling overseas. We strongly recommend that you take out cover to travel to Norfolk Island. You can usually take out single trip or annual multi-trip cover to give you peace of mind should anything happen.

It can be a better and cheaper option to take annual multi-trip cover as it usually covers any number of trips taken in one year with a maximum of up to around 60 days away per trip.

We work with the top names in the industry and have already pre-selected the easiest, cheapest and best quality travel insurance on the market to save you time and money trying to find the best cover.

Travel insurance typically covers the following; however, you can tailor a policy to suit your needs depending on where you are traveling to, your activities and how long you are away.

• Medical Expenses
  Medical treatment can be extremely costly and add up very quickly, and include Overnight stays in hospital, minor or major surgery, accident and emergency treatment, drugs, COVID-19 treatment, journey home if you cannot use the original ticket, dental treatment, and many more unexpected expenses.
• Baggage and personal belongings
  If your baggage is lost, stolen, damaged or delayed it is extremely frustrating. If you must buy new clothes, toiletry products or personal belongings it can be very expensive and time consuming.
• Cancellation
  Sometimes due to unforeseen circumstances you may need to cancel your trip. This could be due to several reasons such as illness, injury, a bereavement or many other scenarios. Usually airlines, tour operators and hotels have large cancellation fees, so buying travel insurance that covers this is recommended.

Health Care

Healthcare System in Norfolk Island

Health Risk

Leptospirosis

Caused by bacteria of the genus Leptospira.

Hantavirus

Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus.

Tuberculosis (TB)

Caused from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.