Read more about the legislative protections designed to prevent child sex offences abroad.

The Australian Government delivers passport services for Australians through the Australian Passport Office. Read more about passports in Australia and overseas.

In many countries age, gender and sexual preferences can pose challenges. Understanding the culture and laws in your destination will help things go smoothly.

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

A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Arabic (العربية).

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

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.

The Australian Government can provide some notarial services. The services we provide depends if requested in Australia or overseas. We charge fees for our service.