The following items can be brought into Niue duty-free (persons aged 18 and over): 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 227 g of tobacco or a combination of tobacco products up to a total weight of 250 g; 3.5 liters of spirits or 3 liters of wine; 8L canned beer (no glass bottles); Goods worth up to NZ$250. More information is available from Countryaah.com.
Contact addresses
Niue High Commission in New Zealand
Note Niue does not have any diplomatic missions in Europe. Information can be obtained from the New Zealand Embassy in Berlin or the New Zealand Consulate in Le Grand-Saconnex (see New Zealand contact addresses).
They shake hands to greet and say goodbye. Light summer suits or summer dresses are usually worn. Invitations to official occasions always state what clothing you want to wear. “Fiafa” means casual attire is accepted. Business Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-3:30pm.
Communication
Phone
Autodial Long Distance Service. Telephones are found in hotels, motels and guest houses. Note: Most residents make phone calls over the Internet because Cyclone Heta destroyed most of the phone lines. The operator of the telecommunications network is the Telecommunications Department located in the Central Administration Building in Alofi.
Internet
Main provider: Internet Niue (Internet: www.niue.nu). Internet access has been restored since Cyclone Heta. There is also an internet cafe, open Mon-Fri 9am-3pm, opposite the Tourist Office.
Post office
Post office opening hours: Mon-Fri 08.30-15.00.
Radio
Since the use of shortwave frequencies changes several times over the course of a year, it is advisable to contact Deutsche Welle customer service directly for the current frequencies (Tel: (+49) (0228) 429 32 08. Internet: www.dw-world.de) to request.
