Studying overseas can be exciting and rewarding. Whether you're doing a quick school trip or an extended university exchange, it's important to be prepared.

If you're pregnant and planning to travel overseas, research your destination before you go. Being informed about the risks will help you manage them.

This page provides general advice about what to do if you find out an Australian friend or family member has been kidnapped overseas.

A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Arabic (العربية).

A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Simplified Chinese (中文 简体).

A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia).

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.

Piracy is a major issue around the world. Explore this page to learn about high risk areas for piracy, how to reduce your risk and where to get help.