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

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

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

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

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

A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt).

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

Read general travel advice in Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) before you go. Learn about laws, entry requirements, insurance, dual citizenship, travelling with children, getting help overseas and more.