Read our general advice on reducing your risk of being assaulted. See practical tips on staying safe and avoiding danger.

We deliver a range of consular services for Australians overseas. These include travel advice, notarial services, passports, consular support and crisis response.

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

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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.

Assault and violence can happen to anyone, anywhere. Read this page for advice on what to do immediately after an assault while travelling.