The Australian High Commission has stopped processing visa applications after a second death threat was made against the High Commissioner, James Batley.

According to the ABC, entry into the Australian High Commission is now restricted and locals wanting to lodge visa applications to visit Australia are not able to do so.

The High Commission has not said when the restrictions will be lifted. However Fijivillage News is awaiting a reply from the High Commission.

Meanwhile the Australian government has asked Fiji's interim government for permission for Australian Federal Police to enter the country and provide extra security for the High Commission staff.

Australian Foreign Minister, Stephen Smith has told parliament in Canberra that a formal request was made last week after the first death threat was received.

Smith also said that the arrival of the second threat yesterday has prompted Australia to update its travel warning to Fiji.

Smith said he sent a formal note to the Interim Foreign Minister yesterday reiterating the deep concern of the Australian government about the threats, and seeking urgent and full cooperation in responding to their formal requests for additional and personal protection and security.