Terrorism remains a threat to Australians living and travelling overseas. Before you travel overseas, it's important to understand the risk of terrorism worldwide.

Civil unrest is conflict between different groups of people living in the same country. It can be peaceful or violent. Read more to learn how to stay safe in if there is civil unrest while you're travelling.

Learn what to do if you're worried about the welfare of an Australian overseas. See advice and information about missing persons.

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

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

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.

Find out what to do if you're travelling overseas and there's a demonstration nearby. Learn how, where and when to get help.

Find out what to do if you're travelling overseas and there's been an earthquake nearby. Learn how and where to get help.