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.

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

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

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

Handy checklist to tell you what you need to do before you head off on your trip.

The information will help you understand what consular staff in Australia and overseas can do to assist prisoners and their families during this difficult time.

This publication provides advice on how to avoid becoming a victim of sexual assault, and advice to victims of sexual assault if it happens while overseas.