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Most Australians have a great time overseas, however, sometimes things don't go as planned. See our page for general advice when things go wrong overseas.

Find out what to do if you’re travelling overseas there's a disaster, terrorist incident, demonstration or other crisis nearby.

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

Before you go overseas, be aware of some of the common scams that happen to travellers. Take steps to minimise your risk.

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