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

If you're travelling overseas for (or during) a major cultural, sporting or religious event, you may need to take extra precautions.

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

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

In many countries age, gender and sexual preferences can pose challenges. Understanding the culture and laws in your destination will help things go smoothly.

Ramadan is the most important month on the Islamic calendar. Explore this page to learn local laws and customs during Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr, after Ramadan.

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