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Reducing the risk of assault

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

Scams that affect travellers

Before you go overseas, be aware of some of the common scams that happen to travellers. Take steps to minimise your risk.

Getting a foreign visa

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

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.

Advice for dual nationals

Many Australians hold two or more nationalities. If you're travelling to the country of your other nationality, find out how your citizenship can impact you.

I've been robbed or mugged overseas

It's traumatic to be robbed or mugged. It can happen to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Even if you've taken steps to reduce your risks.

I've been assaulted overseas

Assault and violence can happen to anyone, anywhere. Read this page for advice on what to do immediately after an assault while travelling.

Visas and entry requirements in Europe and the Schengen Area

This page has general information on visa waiver agreements with European countries.