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The Australian Government delivers passport services for Australians through the Australian Passport Office. Read more about passports in Australia and overseas.
Foreign governments often require you to get a visa before they let you enter. This page provides general advice and information about visas overseas.
A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Arabic (العربية).
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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.
Read general travel advice in Arabic (العربية) before you go. Learn about laws, entry requirements, insurance, dual citizenship, travelling with children, getting help overseas and more.
Assault and violence can happen to anyone, anywhere. Read this page for advice on what to do immediately after an assault while travelling.