There’s plenty you can do to reduce the risk of theft, muggings and robberies when you travel.

If you're travelling overseas for (or during) a major cultural, sporting or religious event, you may need to take extra precautions.

Never buy, use or travel with illegal drugs when overseas.

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.

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

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.

Ramadan is the most important month on the Islamic calendar. Explore this page to learn local laws and customs during Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr, after Ramadan.