Aviation safety and maintenance standards vary throughout the world. This page can help you make informed decisions about which airline to travel with.

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

Explore these pages for general advice to help have a safe and hassle-free journey while you are getting around.

Piracy is a major issue around the world. Explore this page to learn about high risk areas for piracy, how to reduce your risk and where to get help.

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.