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. It also explains the difference between our travel advice and the COVID-19 related travel bans.

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

Information on biosecurity processes and border controls that follow your arrival in Australia.

We deliver a range of consular services for Australians overseas. These include travel advice, notarial services, passports, consular support and crisis response.

The Australian Government delivers passport services for Australians through the Australian Passport Office. Read more about passports in Australia and overseas.

This page provides an overview of where to get help before and during your travels. Our assistance will depend on the circumstances and availability of consular resources.

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

Explore this page for information about how to find out if you need your document legalised and which documents we can legalise in Australia.