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

Read our general advice on reducing your risk of being assaulted. See practical tips on staying safe and avoiding danger.

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

We deliver a range of consular services for Australians overseas. These include travel advice, notarial services, passports, consular support and crisis response.

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

Piracy is a major issue around the world. Explore this page to learn about high risk areas for piracy, how to reduce your risk and where to get help.

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We work closely with a range of government and not for profit partners to prepare our advice, and to promote Smartraveller.