Is it safe to live in PNG?

Risk of violent crime and sexual assault in PNG is high. Criminals often use ‘bush knives’ (machetes) and guns. PNG can experience severe weather, heavy rains, flooding, landslides, earthquakes and tsunamis.

Is Port Moresby safe for tourists?

OVERALL RISK : HIGH. Port Moresby is not a safe city. Civil uprisings and pogroms often occur here. The police can not always cope with crime; besides, the level of corruption is high.

Why is Port Moresby Papua New Guinea unlivable?

A 2004 article in The Economist ranked Port Moresby the world’s least livable capital cities due to high unemployment and the consequent high levels of violent crime. At that time, unemployment rates were estimated to be between 60 and 90 percent.

Is Papua New Guinea a dangerous place for expats?

Not necessarily for an expat, it’s the locals who suffered the most from ethnic violence, violent crimes and other law and order issues. You see, in Papua New Guinea, the local people have a tendency to treat expatriates with much respect, and you will find them to be very friendly most times.

How safe is Lae for expats?

Aside from all that, Lae is beautiful. Lae is a dangerous place. Especially if an expat has little or no protection at all. It would be best if you as an expat seek advice from your High Commission in Port Moresby before heading down to Lae.

Is it safe to fly in Papua New Guinea?

Given the challenging terrain, extreme weather conditions and the condition of some remote airfields in Papua New Guinea, flying in Papua New Guinea carries greater safety risks than flying in the UK. However, it is the only way to travel between Port Moresby and other provinces.

Is Port Moresby a dangerous place to live?

Serious crime is particularly high in the capital, Port Moresby, and in the cities of Lae and Mt Hagen. Settlement or squatter areas of towns and cities are particularly dangerous. ’Bush knives’ (machetes) and firearms are often used in assaults and thefts.