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Consular State of Play 2022-23
The Consular State of Play is a snapshot of the consular assistance and crisis support the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) provided to Australians overseas during the previous financial year.
Explore data, videos, written case studies and more in the Consular State of Play online portal.
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
Today the Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs Tim Watts launched the 2022-23 Consular State of Play, a snapshot of the consular assistance and crisis support DFAT provided to Australians overseas.
If your child is heading overseas to celebrate the end of school, we have advice to ensure their schoolies is memorable for the right reasons.
Demonstrations and unrest linked to the situation in the Middle East are occurring in countries worldwide. If you're travelling overseas, it's important to be aware of current events in your destination and look after your safety.
The UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28) will take place in Dubai from 30 November to 12 December. There may be road closures and increased security (see ‘Travel’).
We continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution due to…
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.
COVID-19 and travel
COVID-19 is still a global health risk. If you're considering travelling overseas, you must understand the risks of contracting COVID-19 in your destination.
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