There’s plenty you can do to reduce the risk of theft, muggings and robberies when you travel.

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

Never buy, use or travel with illegal drugs when overseas.

Read more about the legislative protections designed to prevent child sex offences abroad.

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

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

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

A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Thai (ภาษาไทย).