Australia has reciprocal health care agreements with 11 countries. These countries provide some emergency care to Australians.

In the event of a natural disaster or other crisis in or near your location, you may require assistance. Read this page to see where to get help.

No matter who you are, where you're going and what you're doing, get travel insurance. Learn how to choose a policy that's right for you.

Learn how to stay safe and avoid danger if you're travelling to a country where earthquakes are common.

A disaster can happen anywhere, anytime. However, some destinations experience certain types of natural disasters more often.

What to do if you're travelling overseas and there's been a hurricane, tornado or other severe weather incident in or near your location.

Tropical storms and tornadoes are serious risks in some destinations. In others, it's severe winter or summer weather you need to prepare for.

This page provides general advice about what to do if you find out an Australian friend or family member has been kidnapped overseas.