Australian laws apply to acts of female genital mutilation overseas as well as domestically.

Learn more about avoiding sexual assault overseas, what to do if you've been assault and how we can help.

This page explains our travel advisories for destinations, how we develop and update our travel advisories and what each advice level means in travel advisories.

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

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

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

This page will help you understand the risks and take appropriate precautions before you head out on the water.