Liberia in New Zealand
Liberia has no resident embassy in New Zealand. It is covered by the Embassy of Liberia in Tokyo, Japan. Contacts, address and head of mission.
Accredited from abroad
Liberia has no resident mission in New Zealand. It is covered by:
Frequently asked questions
How attractive is Liberia as a destination for visitors from New Zealand?
Liberia is an emerging destination in West Africa, gradually attracting international interest. Although its tourism industry is still developing, it offers unique cultural experiences that could appeal to some travelers from New Zealand. With around 200,000 New Zealanders traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Liberia an intriguing option.
Please answer the following question: How safe is Liberia for tourists coming from New Zealand?
Liberia is considered relatively safe for tourists, ranking 67th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index. However, it is significantly less safe than New Zealand, which ranks 4th. The murder rate in Liberia is 3.3 per 100,000 people, compared to New Zealand's low rate of 2.6. In terms of organized crime, Liberia has higher indices across various categories, indicating more challenges with crime networks, state crime, and human trafficking. For example, Liberia scores 6.0 for crime networks and 6.0 for human trafficking, while New Zealand scores significantly lower in these areas (3.5 and 3.5, respectively). Overall, while Liberia can be visited safely, tourists from New Zealand should remain vigilant and informed about local conditions and safety precautions.