Read our general advice for Australians planning to travel overseas with medications or medical equipment.

There’s plenty you can do to reduce the risk of theft, muggings and robberies when you travel.

Sexual assault and harassment can happen anywhere to anyone. Read this page to learn more about preventing sexual assault when travelling.

Never buy, use or travel with illegal drugs when overseas.

Read more about the legislative protections designed to prevent child sex offences abroad.

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

A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Simplified Chinese (中文 简体).

Assault and violence can happen to anyone, anywhere. Read this page for advice on what to do immediately after an assault while travelling.