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Terrorism

Terrorism remains a threat to Australians living and travelling overseas. Before you travel overseas, it's important to understand the risk of terrorism worldwide.

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.

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.

Terrorism – a global threat

Wherever you’re going overseas, there remains a threat of terrorism. Terrorists continue to carry out attacks around the world, and they target both locals and foreign tourists. Learn more about how to reduce your risks while travelling.

Severe weather: Hurricanes, cyclones, typhoons, tornadoes and flooding

Cyclones, hurricanes, typhoons, monsoons and tornadoes are serious risks in some destinations. In others, it's severe winter weather you need to prepare for.

There's a demonstration or civil unrest

Find out what to do if you're travelling overseas and there's a demonstration nearby. Learn how, where and when to get help.