Read our general advice for Australians planning to travel overseas with medications or medical equipment.

This page will help you understand the risks and take appropriate precautions before you head out on the water.

Australia has reciprocal health care agreements with 11 countries. These countries provide some emergency care to Australians.

You may get sick from infectious diseases or other health conditions overseas. Find out what vaccinations and other preventative measures can help.

Foreign governments often require you to get a visa before they let you enter. This page provides general advice and information about visas overseas.

If you're leaving Australia, travel insurance is just as essential as your passport. The CHOICE buying guide makes finding the right travel insurance easy.

Piracy is a major issue around the world. Explore this page to learn about high risk areas for piracy, how to reduce your risk and where to get help.

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