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Montenegro


This advice has been reviewed and issued with an amendment to Summary and Political Situation section. The overall level of the advice has not changed.
On 17 February 2008, the Government of Kosovo declared independence from Serbia. The UK Government has recognised Kosovo’s independence. The overall security situation in Montenegro remains calm although there may be sporadic small scale peaceful demonstrations. See the Political Situation section of this advice for more details.


There is an underlying threat from terrorism. Attacks, although unlikely, could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.


The Kula pass (Rozaje-Pec road) is the only official entry/exit point between Montenegro and Kosovo.


You must register with local police within 24 hours of your arrival in Montenegro. If you do not register you may be fined, detained or face a court appearance. If you are staying in a hotel or official tourist accommodation, you will be registered automatically on check-in.


Most visits to Montenegro are trouble-free. The main type of incident for which British nationals require consular assistance in Montenegro is for replacing lost or stolen passports. You should be aware that you must carry your passport with you at all times for identification purposes.


We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. You should check any exclusions, and that your policy covers you for all the activities you want to undertake. Please see the General (Insurance) section of this advice and Travel Insurance for more details.
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East Timor


This advice has been reviewed and reissued with amendments to the Summary and Political Situation section (curfew now 2200-0600). The overall level of the advice has not changed.
On 11 February 2008 President Ramos-Horta was seriously injured following an armed attack on his home in East Timor. There is a risk of popular violence on the streets as a result. A State of Siege (Emergency) has been in place since 13 February 2008 and all travel from 2200 to 0600, demonstrations and public gatherings have been prohibited. Military operations have commenced to apprehend those responsible for the attacks. You should monitor the situation and exercise caution; if you become aware of any nearby military activity you should leave the area immediately.


We advise against all but essential travel to East Timor, because of the uncertain security situation. Since August 2006, there have been several incidences of civil unrest in the capital Dili, and in Viqueque, Bacau and Metinaro. On 4 October 2007 there was an explosion in Dili, adjacent to the Australian Embassy. There were no reported deaths or injuries. See the Political Situation section of this advice for more details.


You should avoid demonstrations and large crowds as outbreaks of violence can happen without warning, anywhere and at any time. You should also restrict your movements and avoid the areas surrounding IDP (internally displaced persons) camps, government buildings (including the Palacio da Cinzas and Palacio do Governno) and the vicinity of the Nicolau Lobato International airport in Comoro, including the airport road. You should also refrain from going outside after dark.


If you decide to travel to East Timor, you should ensure that you are content with your own and your family's security arrangements and keep yourself up to date with developments, including by regularly monitoring this travel advice. You should ensure that your travel documents are up to date and readily available in case you need to leave the country at short notice.


There is no British representation in East Timor. All enquiries should be made to the British Embassy in Jakarta. See the General section of this travel advice for more details.


There is an underlying threat from terrorism. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.


Tropical cyclones sometimes occur in East Timor. The cyclone season normally runs from November to April. See Hurricanes for more details.


We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. You should check any exclusions, and that your policy covers you for all the activities you want to undertake. See the General (Insurance) section of this advice and Travel Insurance for more details.
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