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.

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

Understand the local laws of the country you're visiting and the Australians laws that still apply to you when overseas

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.

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

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

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