Australian laws apply to acts of female genital mutilation overseas as well as domestically.
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Browse destinationsAnyone travelling to Australia from China, including Hong Kong and Macau, will be required to undertake COVID-19 testing within 48 hours before travelling to Australia.
Learn more about avoiding sexual assault overseas, what to do if you've been assault and how we can help.
There’s plenty you can do to reduce the risk of theft, muggings and robberies when you travel.
All travellers face risks overseas. Risks can be higher for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people in some destinations.
The Australian Government can provide some notarial services. The services we provide depends if requested in Australia or overseas. We charge fees for our service.
Before you go overseas, be aware of some of the common scams that happen to travellers. Take steps to minimise your risk.