Aussie school leavers love to go overseas to celebrate the end of their studies. Our tips will help keep you safe.

Information and general advice on travelling with children, children travelling without both parents, child custody and international child abduction.

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

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

All travellers face risks overseas. In certain countries or cultures, women face greater risks than men and may be more vulnerable.

This page provides mature travellers with information to prepare for a hassle-free journey. Properly preparing before you travel will help you have a safe trip.

If you're travelling overseas for (or during) a major cultural, sporting or religious event, you may need to take extra precautions.

All travellers face risks overseas. Risks can be higher for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people in some destinations.