Read our general advice for Australians planning to travel overseas with medications or medical equipment.

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

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

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

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

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade provides notarial services overseas. We deliver these services through our embassies and consulates.

The information will help you understand what consular staff in Australia and overseas can do to assist prisoners and their families during this difficult time.

This publication provides advice on how to avoid becoming a victim of sexual assault, and advice to victims of sexual assault if it happens while overseas.