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Travel Advice

SERBIA

Serbia overall This Advice is current for Friday, 10 October 2008.

EXERCISE CAUTION

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pokazuje sliku Srbije bez Kosova.

This advice has been reviewed and reissued. It contains new information in the Summary under Civil Unrest/Political Tension (update). The overall level of the advice has not changed.

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Summary

* You should exercise caution and monitor developments that might affect your safety in Serbia because of the risk of politically-motivated and serious inter-ethnic violence. We advise Australians to keep a low profile.

* Following the arrest of Radovan Karadzic on 21 July 2008 there has been a number of large scale demonstrations. You should avoid all protests, demonstrations, roadblocks or other sites where crowds gather because of their potential to turn violent.

* The Republic of Kosovo declared independence from Serbia on 17 February 2008. The Government of Serbia has stated that the declaration is illegal and tensions are high. Australia recognised the independent Republic of Kosovo on 19 February 2008. See our separate advisory for travel in Kosovo.

* Violent protests occurred on 21 February 2008 in Belgrade. Embassies of some countries which have recognised Kosovo's independence were attacked. Embassies of countries that recognise Kosovo remain a likely focus of demonstrations and protests which could turn violent.

* Protesters attacked police and customs posts on the border with Kosovo on 19 February 2008. Intermittent unrest remains likely along the border between Serbia and Kosovo.

* Pay close attention to your personal security, monitor the media for information about possible new safety or security risks and follow the advice of local authorities.

* Be a smart traveller. Before heading overseas:

o organise comprehensive travel insurance and check what circumstances and activities are not covered by your policy

o register your travel and contact details, so we can contact you in an emergency

o subscribe to this travel advice to receive free email updates each time it's reissued.

On this page:

Summary

Safety and Security

Local Laws

Entry and Exit Requirements

Health Issues

Where to Get Help

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Safety and Security

Terrorism

Terrorism is a threat throughout the world. You can find more information about this threat in our General Advice to Australian Travellers.

Civil Unrest/Political Tension

We advise Australians to keep a low profile. You should exercise caution and monitor developments that might affect your safety in Serbia because of the risk of politically-motivated violence, serious inter-ethnic violence and criminal activity.

Following the arrest of Radovan Karadzic on 21 July 2008 there has been a number of large scale demonstrations. You should avoid all protests and demonstrations because of their potential to turn violent. Pay close attention to your personal security and monitor the media for information about possible new safety or security risks.

The Republic of Kosovo declared independence from Serbia on 17 February 2008. The Government of Serbia stated that the declaration was illegal. Australia recognised the independent Republic of Kosovo on 19 February 2008. The overall security situation is stable, but the risk of politically-motivated violence remains high.

Violent protests occurred on 21 February 2008 in Belgrade. Embassies of some countries which have recognised Kosovo's independence were attacked. Embassies of countries that recognise Kosovo remain a likely focus of demonstrations and protests which could turn violent.

Angry protesters attacked police and customs posts on the border with Kosovo on 19 February 2008. Intermittent unrest remains likely along the border between Serbia and Kosovo.

There is a danger associated with unexploded landmines left over from the 1999 conflict in Kosovo and in Southern Serbia.

You should also be aware that the indiscriminate use of fireworks and firearms in 'happy fire' can result in accidental injury. Each year people are injured through the misuse of fireworks and firearms at celebrations.

Southern Serbia: Clashes between security forces and armed groups, often associated with separatist movements, have occurred in the Presevo and Bujanovac areas of southern Serbia.

Crime

Violent criminal acts, such as assassinations and murder, are often linked to organised crime and not directed at foreigners. The incidence of other violent crime, including carjacking and car theft, continues to increase.

Petty crime such as pickpocketing and bag snatching is common. Criminals are known to target foreigners in crowded places including markets and on public transport.

Local Travel

Travellers may experience difficulties crossing the border with Kosovo for some time following Kosovo's declaration of independence from Serbia on 17 February 2008.

Driving in Serbia can be dangerous due to poorly maintained roads and vehicles and poor driving skills. Roads are sometimes shared with pedestrians and farm animals in rural areas.

Airline Safety

Passengers on international flights to and from Australia are only allowed to carry a small amount of liquids (including aerosols and gels) in their carry-on baggage. You can find out more information at the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government website. Similar restrictions apply to flights in an increasing number of countries. Contact your airline for further information.

If you have concerns about the safety standards of a particular airline or aircraft, we recommend you research the airline or aircraft through organisations such as Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority and the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO). The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government has published fact sheets on security for air travellers. When staff at Australia's overseas missions are advised not to use particular airlines due to safety concerns, this will be included in the travel advisory.

The European Union (EU) has published a list of airlines that are subject to operating bans or restrictions within the EU. The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) through its foreign assessment program focuses on a country's ability, not the individual airline, to adhere to international standards and recommended practices for aircraft operations and maintenance established by ICAO.

Natural Disasters, Severe Weather and Climate

Serbia is located in an active earthquake zone. Serious earthquakes are rare. Tremors are not uncommon.

Bush and forest fires can occur in summer months (June to September) particularly in southern Serbia. Extreme hot and dry periods may lead to water shortages.

Information on natural disasters, including earthquakes, can be obtained from the Humanitarian Early Warning Service. If a natural disaster occurs, follow the advice of local authorities.

Wildlife Watching

Australians are advised to maintain a safe and legal distance when observing wildlife, including marine animals and birds. You should only use reputable and professional guides or tour operators and closely follow park regulations and wardens' advice.

Money and Valuables

Before you go, organise a variety of ways to access your money overseas, such as credit cards, travellers' cheques, cash, debit cards or cash cards. Check with your bank whether your ATM card will work overseas.

Credit cards and travellers cheques are not widely accepted in Serbia. ATMs are increasingly accepting international bank cards. Cash payment in local currency is expected.

Make two photocopies of valuables such as your passport, tickets, visas and travellers' cheques. Keep one copy with you in a separate place to the original and leave another copy with someone at home.

While travelling, don't carry too much cash and remember that expensive watches, jewellery and cameras may be tempting targets for thieves.

As a sensible precaution against luggage tampering, including theft, lock your luggage. Information on luggage safety is available from Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority.

Your passport is a valuable document that is attractive to criminals who may try to use your identity to commit crimes. It should always be kept in a safe place. You are required by Australian law to report a lost or stolen passport. If your passport is lost or stolen overseas, report it online or contact the nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate as soon as possible.

You are required to pay an additional fee to have a lost or stolen passport replaced. In some cases, the Government may also restrict the length of validity or type of replacement passports.

For Parents

If you are planning on placing your children in schools or childcare facilities overseas we encourage you to research the standards of security, care and staff training within those establishments. You should exercise the same precautions you would take before placing children into schools or childcare facilities in Australia.

Ideas on how to select childcare providers are available from the smartraveller Children's Issues page, Child Wise and the National Childcare Accreditation Council.

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Local Laws

When you are in Serbia, be aware that local laws and penalties, including ones that appear harsh by Australian standards, do apply to you. If you are arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you but we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

Information on what Australian consular officers can and cannot do to help Australians in trouble overseas is available from the Consular Services Charter.

Penalties for drug offences are severe and include lengthy imprisonment in local jails.

Photography of Serbian military and police personnel, establishments, vehicles and equipment is prohibited.

While homosexual acts are not illegal in Serbia, homosexuality is not widely accepted in Serbian society.

Some Australian criminal laws, such as those relating to money laundering, bribery of foreign public officials, terrorism and child sex tourism, apply to Australians overseas. Australians who commit these offences while overseas may be prosecuted in Australia.

Australian authorities are committed to combating sexual exploitation of children by Australians overseas. Australians may be prosecuted at home under Australian child sex tourism laws. These laws provide severe penalties of up to 17 years imprisonment for Australians who engage in sexual activity with children under 16 while outside of Australia.

Information for Dual Nationals

The Republic of Serbia has no restrictions on dual nationality.

Prior to travel, Australian/Serbia dual nationals should seek advice from the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Serbia as they may be required to complete compulsory military service.

Our Travel Information for Dual Nationals brochure provides further information for dual nationals.

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Entry and Exit Requirements

Visa and other entry and exit conditions (such as currency, customs and quarantine regulations) change regularly. Contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Serbia for the most up to date information.

Australian tourists do not require a visa for visits lasting up to 90 days.

Travellers are required to declare currency and valuables (such as lap top computers, cameras, and jewellery) with a value of 5,000 euros, or equivalent, on arrival and obtain a declaration from customs officials. This declaration form is required on departure from the country. Failure to comply may result in the confiscation of valuables and funds. Additional information on these regulations can be obtained from the Embassy or Consulate of Serbia

Foreigners in Serbia are required to register their place of residence with the local Ministry of Interior office or police station within 24 hours of arrival. If staying at a hotel, registration may be completed as a part of the check-in procedure. Travellers staying with family or friends in a private home are required to register at the nearest police station. Failure to do so may result in fines and/or detention.

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Health Issues

We strongly recommend that you take out comprehensive travel insurance that will cover any overseas medical costs, before you depart. Confirm that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away and check what circumstances and activities are not included in your policy. Remember, regardless of how healthy and fit you are, if you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel.

Your doctor or travel clinic is the best source of information about preventive measures, immunisations (including booster doses of childhood vaccinations) and disease outbreaks overseas. The World Health Organization (WHO) provides information for travellers and our 'Travelling Well' brochure also provides useful tips for travelling with medicines and staying healthy while overseas.

Medical facilities in Serbia are below Australian standards. In the event of a serious illness or accident, medical evacuation to a destination with appropriate facilities would be necessary. Costs for a medical evacuation could be considerable.

Levels of air pollution in Serbia can be high, particularly in winter when heavy smoke from coal and wood burning heaters can linger for days or even weeks. Accidental emission of toxic substances from factories is not uncommon and public health warnings after such accidents are not always issued. Sufferers of asthma or other bronchial conditions should seek medical advice.

Hepatitis A is a risk for travellers to Serbia. Travellers should discuss with their doctor the need to have hepatitis A vaccinations prior to travelling. Travellers should drink bottled water and avoid raw or undercooked food especially if travelling to the city of Nis.

Travel in forested areas in Serbia brings the risk of exposure to tick-borne encephalitis. Ticks are common in country areas and are active from spring to autumn. We recommend you take measures to avoid tick-bites, particularly in rural areas.

Outbreaks of food-borne and other infectious diseases (including trichinosis, brucellosis and rabies) occur from time to time. We encourage you to consider having vaccinations before travelling. We recommend you avoid raw and undercooked food, and avoid unpasteurised dairy products.

The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has confirmed cases of avian influenza in birds in a number of countries throughout the world, including Serbia 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.

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Where to Get Help

If you are in Kosovo, please refer to our separate travel advisory for that country.

Due to ongoing demonstrations, the Australian Embassy in Belgrade could close temporarily to the public at short notice. You should phone ahead before going to the Embassy.

Contact details for the Australian Embassy are:

Australian Embassy

13 Cika Ljubina 11000

Belgrade, Serbia

Telephone (381 11) 330 3400

Facsimile (381 11) 330 3409

www.serbia.embassy.gov.au

If you are travelling to Serbia, whatever the reason and however long you'll be there, we encourage you to register with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. You can register on-line or in person at any Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate. The information you provide will help us to contact you in an emergency; whether it is a natural disaster, civil disturbance or a family issue.

In a consular emergency if you are unable to contact the Embassy you can contact the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or 1300 555 135 within Australia.

In Australia, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Canberra may be contacted on (02) 6261 3305.

This Advice was issued on Tuesday, 29 July 2008, 13:42:36, EST.

Osim ovakve analize situacije u Srbije, mozemo naci i mnogo tezih primera, stvari kakve nasa drzava ne bi trebala tek tako da prepusti drugima, koji nemaju previse simpatija prema nama.

Postavljamo pitanje sta je razlog ovome, nemar, neznanje, lenjost/inercija ili jednostavno receno stetocinstvo?