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

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

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.

Before you go on a cruise, make sure you take steps to be prepared, and reduce your risks of things going wrong.

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.

A handy checklist to tell you what you need to do before you head off on your trip.

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

Terrorism remains a threat to Australians living and travelling overseas. Before you travel overseas, it's important to understand the risk of terrorism worldwide.