Terrorism remains a threat to Australians living and travelling overseas. Before you travel overseas, it's important to understand the risk of terrorism worldwide.
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Updated: 05 Aug 2021
Updated: 05 Aug 2021
A disaster can happen anywhere, anytime. However, some destinations experience certain types of natural disasters more often.
Updated: 15 Sep 2021
Updated: 15 Sep 2021
What to do if you're travelling overseas and there's been a hurricane, tornado or other severe weather incident in or near your location.
Updated: 27 Aug 2020
Updated: 27 Aug 2020
Aviation safety and maintenance standards vary throughout the world. This page can help you make informed decisions about which airline to travel with.
Updated: 21 Sep 2021
Updated: 21 Sep 2021
Read our general advice on reducing your risk of being assaulted. See practical tips on staying safe and avoiding danger.
Updated: 14 Nov 2019
Updated: 14 Nov 2019
Explore these pages for general advice to help have a safe and hassle-free journey while you are getting around.
Updated: 14 Nov 2019
Updated: 14 Nov 2019
In many countries age, gender and sexual preferences can pose challenges. Understanding the culture and laws in your destination will help things go smoothly.
Updated: 31 Mar 2022
Updated: 31 Mar 2022
From 1 February 2020, the UK is no longer a member of the EU ('Brexit'). There will be a transition period until 31 December 2020, while the EU and UK negotiate new arrangements. If you are an Australian living or working in, or travelling to, the UK or the EU nothing will change in the transition period during 2020, including visa arrangements. This also applies to Australian-British dual nationals.