At any time there’s around one million Australians living and working overseas. Properly preparing for a long stint will make the transition less stressful.

Information and general advice on travelling with children, children travelling without both parents, child custody and international child abduction.

Volunteering overseas can be a rewarding experience. Read our advice on how to prepare before you go, and stay safe and healthy while you're away.

All travellers face risks overseas. In certain countries or cultures, women face greater risks than men and may be more vulnerable.

This page explains our travel advisories for destinations, how we develop and update our travel advisories and what each advice level means in travel advisories.

All travellers face risks overseas. Risks can be higher for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people in some destinations.

Whether you're in a car, riding a motorbike or buzzing around town on a scooter, know the risks and take steps to stay safe on the roads.

Aviation safety and maintenance standards vary throughout the world. This page can help you make informed decisions about which airline to travel with.