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#CARD:Tonga:Travel\Consular Information
Tonga - Consular Information Sheet
July 9, 1993
Country Description: Tonga is a stable constitutional monarchy with ties to
the United Kingdom. Its agrarian economy is developing, and its tourist
industry, although limited, is growing. Tourist facilities are concentrated
in and around the main islands of Tongatapu (where the capital Nuku'alofa is
located) and Vava'u.
Entry Requirements: A passport and onward/return ticket are required. A
visa is not required for stays of up to thirty days. For specific
information regarding entry requirements, travelers may consult the
Consulate General of Tonga, 360 Post Street, Suite 604, San Francisco,
California 94108, telephone (415) 781-0365.
Medical Facilities: Medical facilities in Tonga are limited. The cities of
Nuku'alofa, and Neiafu have hospitals with emergency and outpatient
facilities. Local residents and visitors with serious medical problems are
often referred to New Zealand for treatment. Medical practitioners and
hospitals usually expect payment upon treatment or prior to release. U.S.
medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States.
Supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas coverage has proved to
be useful. For additional health information the traveler can contact the
international travelers hotline of the Centers for Disease Control at (404)
332-4559.
Information on Crime: Tonga has a low crime rate. The loss or theft abroad
of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to the local police, and
the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Useful information on guarding
valuables and protecting personal security while traveling abroad is
provided in the Department of State pamphlet "A Safe Trip Abroad." It is
available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Drug Penalties: Travelers are subject to the laws and legal practices of
the country in which they travel. Penalties for possession, use, or dealing
in illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect jail
sentences and fines.
Registration: Americans who register at the U.S. Embassy in Fiji can obtain
updated information on travel and security in Tonga.
Embassy Location: There is no U.S. embassy or consulate in Tonga. For
assistance U.S. citizens may contact the U.S. Embassy in Suva, Fiji,
telephone (679) 314-466.
No. 93-195
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated November 13, 1992, to
include information on reporting the loss or theft of a U.S. passport.
#ENDCARD