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

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

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

You may get sick from infectious diseases or other health conditions overseas. Find out what vaccinations and other preventative measures can help.

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade provides notarial services overseas. We deliver these services through our embassies and consulates.

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

The Australian Government can provide some notarial services. The services we provide depends if requested in Australia or overseas. We charge fees for our service.

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