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Yes, internet speeds improved significantly in mid-2025 following the activation of the East Micronesia Cable (EMC) spur. While visitors previously struggled with slow satellite connections, 4G data speeds on the local Digicel network are now comparable to mainland Australia. You can purchase a tourist SIM card at the Civic Centre in Aiwo for about €15-20 (converted from AUD). WiFi at the Menen Hotel has also stabilized, though it can still slow down during peak evening hours when usage spikes.

Yes, absolutely—you will be denied boarding in Brisbane without a printed visa approval letter. There is no “visa on arrival” for European citizens; the process must be completed via email weeks in advance. You need to send a copy of your passport, a confirmed hotel booking, and a flight itinerary to the Nauru Immigration email address. Once approved, they email you a certificate which you present at the border where the actual visa is stamped into your passport.

Nauru is generally safe from human crime, but the real danger comes from packs of wild dogs. These dogs are territorial and aggressive, particularly after dark on quiet roads or near the phosphate mines. It is safer to drive or take a taxi rather than walk, even for short distances at night. If you must walk, carry a sturdy stick or “dog rock” (a local custom) to deter them, and never run if approached.

No, do not drink the tap water under any circumstances. The island’s water supply comes from a desalination plant and rainwater tanks which can be contaminated or improperly stored. Stick strictly to bottled water for drinking and brushing your teeth, which is available at the Capelle & Partner supermarket. Ice in drinks at major hotels like the Menen or OD-N-Aiwo is usually safe, but ask to be sure.

There is no public transport system in Nauru, so renting a car is practically mandatory. You can drive around the entire island in about 20 minutes, but a car is needed to access the central plateau (Topside) and avoid the heat. Rental cars are often older, battered vehicles rented privately or through hotels for €80-100 per day. Bring your valid European driver’s license, which is accepted for short stays up to 3 months.

Nauru is a conservative Christian nation, and modest dress is expected outside of swimming areas. While swimwear is fine at Anibare Bay, walking around town or visiting shops in bikinis or shirtless is considered disrespectful. Women should cover their shoulders and knees when visiting villages or churches. Sundays are strictly observed as a day of rest, so avoid loud activities and dress respectfully if you are out and about.

Swimming is only safe at Anibare Harbor, where there is a sandy bottom and protection from the ocean swell. Most of Nauru’s coastline is surrounded by jagged coral pinnacles and plagued by dangerous undertows that make swimming treacherous. Even at Anibare, be cautious of sudden drop-offs and currents. Locals rarely swim in the open ocean, preferring the boat harbor, and you should follow their lead to avoid injury.

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