Studying overseas can be exciting and rewarding. Whether you're doing a quick school trip or an extended university exchange, it's important to be prepared.

If you, or someone you know, is a victim of a crime overseas, you may need urgent support. We've prepared these pages with advice for what to do.

This page provides general advice about what to do if you find out an Australian friend or family member has been kidnapped overseas.

Read what to do if you're overseas and have been scammed. Know what to do and where to get help.

It's traumatic to be robbed or mugged. It can happen to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Even if you've taken steps to reduce your risks.

A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Simplified Chinese (中文 简体).

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.

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