The Consular Services Charter outlines the consular services and assistance provided by the Australian Government to travellers overseas. Read the Charter to understand how we can and can't help.
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Travel advice for Canada
From 1 October, all COVID-19 border requirements including vaccination, mandatory use of ArriveCAN and testing and quarantine requirements will no longer be required to enter Canada.
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
23 Sep 2022
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) has released Australia’s next-generation passport, the ‘R Series’.
29 Jul 2022
The foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreak in Indonesia is ongoing. If you're travelling to Indonesia, including Bali, be biosecurity aware.
15 Sep 2022
Tropical cyclone season is approaching in the South Pacific Ocean region. Read our advice if you’re overseas during the cyclone season.
Measures to curb the spread of COVID-19 have been relaxed. Missiles and drones were launched from Yemen in early 2022. Many were intercepted, but there were casualties. Further attacks are possible. Be alert, monitor the media for developments…
Coming back to Australia
Know what to do and what expect when you're heading home from your trip overseas.
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.
Medical assistance overseas
If you're overseas and need medical care, you may face unexpected challenges. Read our advice on what to do if you get unwell while overseas.
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