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

Sexual assault and harassment can happen anywhere to anyone. Read this page to learn more about preventing sexual assault when travelling.

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

Read general travel advice for your community, in your language.

Information for Australians going overseas for surrogacy. Learn about types of arrangements, laws, citizenship and visas.

We work closely with a range of government and not for profit partners to prepare our advice, and to promote Smartraveller.

Assault and violence can happen to anyone, anywhere. Read this page for advice on what to do immediately after an assault while travelling.

See general travel advice before you go. Learn about travel during COVID-19, laws, insurance, dual citizenship, getting help overseas and more.