Understand the local laws of the country you're visiting and the Australians laws that still apply to you when overseas

Foreign governments often require you to get a visa before they let you enter. This page provides general advice and information about visas overseas.

We work closely with a range of government and not for profit partners to prepare our advice, and to promote Smartraveller.

Studying overseas can be exciting and rewarding. Whether you're doing a quick school trip or an extended university exchange, it's important to be prepared.

Many Australians hold two or more nationalities. If you're travelling to the country of your other nationality, find out how your citizenship can impact you.

The better prepared you are, the safer and more enjoyable your travel will be.

A marriage must be entered into with the full and free consent of both people. Learn more about forced marriage.

Australian laws apply to acts of female genital mutilation overseas as well as domestically.