COVID-19 and travel
Do not go overseas. A travel ban is in place. Exemptions apply.
View details
Travel advice in challenging times
Providing Australians with the latest information and advice to stay safe overseas. Read more about us.
Search Smartraveller
CHOICE travel insurance buying guide
We've partnered with CHOICE to bring you an updated travel insurance buying guide that covers travel during COVID-19. Read and download the guide to understand how to make sure you're still covered while travelling during the pandemic.
Consular assistance
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.
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
16 Jul 2021
We’re working hard to get as many Australians home as possible. Returning Australians to Australia continues to be a priority for the Government. We’ve increased the number of facilitated commercial flights to manage the impact of the cap reduction.
01 Oct 2021
The Australian Government is finalising plans to safely reopen Australia’s international border next month.
11 Sep 2021
Today we acknowledge the 20th anniversary of 9/11. On that day nearly 3,000 innocent people died, including 10 Australians, in the most devastating terrorist attack in the US. Terrorists continue to carry out attacks around the world. Terrorists may target places associated with foreigners or Westerners.
PNG's borders remain closed to most travellers. If you're not a PNG citizen, you'll only be allowed to enter if you're fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and have permission from local authorities. If you're allowed to enter…
Coming back to Australia
A negative PCR test is required to board your return flight, and you must complete 14 days of mandatory quarantine in designated facilities in the city you arrive in (exemptions apply).
Passport services
You need a valid passport to travel overseas. Check what to do before you go, and what you should do if something happens to your passport overseas.
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.
Before you go...
Subscribe for updates
Sign up to receive travel advice updates for your destination direct to your email, or manage your current subscription preferences.