If you're travelling overseas for (or during) a major cultural, sporting or religious event, you may need to take extra precautions.

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

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

Explore this page for information about staying safe and secure during the Hajj pilgrimage in Makkah (Mecca).

Ramadan is the most important month on the Islamic calendar. Explore this page to learn local laws and customs during Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr, after Ramadan.