Understand the local laws of the country you're visiting and the Australians laws that still apply to you when overseas
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Browse destinationsAustralia has reciprocal health care agreements with 11 countries. These countries provide some emergency care to Australians.
Foreign governments often require you to get a visa before they let you enter. This page provides general advice and information about visas overseas.
If you're pregnant and planning to travel overseas, research your destination before you go. Being informed about the risks will help you manage them.
Many Australians hold two or more nationalities. If you're travelling to the country of your other nationality, find out how your citizenship can impact you.
A marriage must be entered into with the full and free consent of both people. Learn more about forced marriage.
Many Australians adopt children from other countries. There are legal implications surrounding overseas adoptions both in Australia and in the child's country.
Australian laws apply to acts of female genital mutilation overseas as well as domestically.