Given the recent possibility of volcano eruption in Bali’s Mount Agung, Indonesia, the Tourism Crisis Management Office (GGCT) has issued Level 1 Travel Alert to that destination.

The GGCT alerts Macao residents who intend to travel to or those already in Bali to be aware and follow closely the development of the situation that might affect their personal safety there.

The GGCT will keep monitoring the latest developments of the situation.

From information gathered through the Macao travel industry, currently there are no tour groups organized by Macao travel agencies to Bali. Until the present moment GGCT has received 1 request for information and no requests for assistance.

If necessary, Macao residents can call:

24-Hour Tourism Hotline +853 2833 3000;

The Chinese Embassy and consulates or the Global Emergency Call Center for Consular Protection and Services of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24-hour hotline: +86 10 12308 for assistance.

The Travel Alert System does not have a prohibitive nature and it is up to each individual to decide to travel or adjust their travel plan according to the information provided. The GGCT advises Macao residents before traveling to purchase comprehensive travel insurance, with coverage option for the Macao SAR Travel Alert System, international emergency medical evacuation coverage, and to also verify with their insurers in case of any doubts regarding the terms and conditions of their insurance coverage.