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Theft and robbery

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

Earthquakes and tsunamis

Learn how to stay safe and avoid danger if you're travelling to a country where earthquakes are common.

Staying safe when there's a natural disaster

A disaster can happen anywhere, anytime. However, some destinations experience certain types of natural disasters more often.

There's a severe weather incident

What to do if you're travelling overseas and there's been a hurricane, tornado or other severe weather incident in or near your location.

Carrying or using drugs

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

Child sex offences

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

Reducing the risk of piracy

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.

Brexit – Implications for Australian travellers

From 1 February 2020, the UK is no longer a member of the EU ('Brexit'). There will be a transition period until 31 December 2020, while the EU and UK negotiate new arrangements. If you are an Australian living or working in, or travelling to, the UK or the EU nothing will change in the transition period during 2020, including visa arrangements. This also applies to Australian-British dual nationals.