COVID-19 and travel
Do not go overseas. A travel ban is in place.
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For urgent consular assistance call
+61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
1300 555 135 from within Australia
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COVID-19 and travel
What happened
- Do not go overseas. A travel ban is in place.
What we recommend
12 January 2021
There's a ban on overseas travel from Australia. You can’t leave Australia unless you get an exemption from the Department of Home Affairs.
All our 177 travel advisories on Smartraveller are set at 'Do not travel' due to the health risks from the COVID-19 pandemic and the significant disruptions to global travel. Some destinations were already set at Do Not Travel prior to COVID-19 due to the extreme risk to your safety.
If you’re overseas and wish to return to Australia, be prepared for delays and read our advice on trying to get home.
When you arrive in Australia you must quarantine for 14 days at designated facilities in your port of arrival, unless you have an exemption. At this time, vaccination against COVID-19 does not change this quarantine requirement. You may be required to pay for the costs of your quarantine. View State and Territory Government COVID-19 information for information about quarantine and domestic borders.
If you're staying overseas, make plans to stay for an extended period. Follow the advice of local authorities and minimise your risk of exposure to COVID-19. Stay in touch with family and friends so they know you're safe.
Our network of embassies and consular posts around the world will provide you with up-to-date local advice and support throughout this difficult period. Be aware consular services may be limited due to local measures.
For the latest information, read and subscribe to our news and travel advice. Also see our COVID-19 information pages.
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Do you or someone you know need help?
No travel advice
If you can’t find travel advice for your destinations on Smartraveller, it’s probably because we don’t issue travel advice for that country or territory.
On this page you will find information on:
Preparing for your trip
Before you leave:
- follow us on Facebook or Twitter
- read our Travel Smart booklet
- use our handy travel checklist
- check our general travel advice
- see travel tips for different types of travellers
- manage your health while you're away
- keep safe on your trip
You can also check travel advice issued by other countries.
More information:
Getting help
Emergencies
Depending on what you need, contact your:
- family and friends
- travel agent
- insurance provider
- employer
- airline
Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.
Consular contacts
Read the Consular Services Charter for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.
Find the closest Australian Embassy or Consulate.
24-hour Consular Emergency Centre
In a consular emergency, if you can't contact an embassy, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:
- +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
- 1300 555 135 in Australia