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

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

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

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A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt).

Read general travel advice in Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) before you go. Learn about laws, entry requirements, insurance, dual citizenship, travelling with children, getting help overseas and more.

Read general travel advice in Arabic (العربية) before you go. Learn about laws, entry requirements, insurance, dual citizenship, travelling with children, getting help overseas and more.