Terrorism remains a threat to Australians living and travelling overseas. Before you travel overseas, it's important to understand the risk of terrorism worldwide.

Civil unrest is conflict between different groups of people living in the same country. It can be peaceful or violent. Read more to learn how to stay safe in if there is civil unrest while you're travelling.

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

Learn what to do if you're worried about the welfare of an Australian overseas. See advice and information about missing persons.

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade provides notarial services overseas. We deliver these services through our embassies and consulates.

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

The Australian Government can provide some notarial services. The services we provide depends if requested in Australia or overseas. We charge fees for our service.

Australians of all kinds enjoy partying and celebrating. Know what you can do to reduce your risk of things going wrong.