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Travel Advice for Botswana
We continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. You don't need a visa to enter Botswana if you're a tourist visiting for up to 90 days. If you're travelling with children, you may need extra documents.
Notarial services
Do you need a document legalised, or a Certificate of No Impediment for your upcoming marriage? The Australian Government can provide some notarial services.
Travel insurance
If you're going overseas, travel insurance is as important as a passport. If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. Read our advice, and download the CHOICE travel insurance guide before you go.
News and updates
Cyclones, hurricanes, typhoons and monsoons are serious risks in some destinations. Read our advice if you’re overseas during tropical storm season.
Travelling is often about letting your hair down and relaxing. But don't leave your manners and common sense at home when you get on the plane.
Many Aussies travel to escape the Australian cold, whether it’s a trip to Southeast Asia or to Europe for summer fun. We've put together some advice to help keep you walking on sunshine during your winter escape.
The situation in the Middle East is unpredictable. Safety, security and travel may be affected within the region and globally.
We continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions in the United States.
Avoid areas where demonstrations and protests are occurring due to the potential for unrest and violence. Monitor media for updates and follow…
Travel advice explained
Learn what our advice levels mean and how we decide what level to apply to each destination.
Passport services
With passport demand on the rise, don't leave your application to the last minute.
Allow a minimum of six weeks to get a new passport or renew one.
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