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Child sex offences

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

Reciprocal health care agreements

Australia has reciprocal health care agreements with 11 countries. These countries provide some emergency care to Australians.

Who you are: Advice for different types of travellers

In many countries age, gender and sexual preferences can pose challenges. Understanding the culture and laws in your destination will help things go smoothly.

CHOICE travel insurance buying guide

If you're leaving Australia, travel insurance is just as essential as your passport. The CHOICE buying guide makes finding the right travel insurance easy.

Partnerships

We work closely with a range of government and not for profit partners to prepare our advice, and to promote Smartraveller.

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.

The 20th anniversary of 9/11

Today we acknowledge the 20th anniversary of 9/11. On that day nearly 3,000 innocent people died, including 10 Australians, in the most devastating terrorist attack in the US. Terrorists continue to carry out attacks around the world. Terrorists may target places associated with foreigners or Westerners.

Partying safely

Australians of all kinds enjoy partying and celebrating. Know what you can do to reduce your risk of things going wrong.