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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.

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.

I need urgent help

In the event of a natural disaster or other crisis in or near your location, you may require assistance. Read this page to see where to get help.

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.

If you're a victim of a crime overseas

If you, or someone you know, is a victim of a crime overseas, you may need urgent support. We've prepared these pages with advice for what to do.

I've been scammed overseas

Read what to do if you're overseas and have been scammed. Know what to do 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.