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Going overseas for sports and adventure

Australians love sport and adventure, both locally and overseas. Make sure you’re informed and prepared before you go.

Who you are: Advice for different types of travellers

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

Advice for your planned activities

Australians love to travel, and love adventure.

Fact sheet: Death overseas

This brochure is designed to provide information to help you understand what consular staff in Australia and overseas can do to assist during this difficult time.

Going overseas for international surrogacy

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

Terrorism – a global threat

Wherever you’re going overseas, there remains a threat of terrorism. Terrorists continue to carry out attacks around the world, and they target both locals and foreign tourists. Learn more about how to reduce your risks while travelling.

The 20th anniversary of 9/11

Today we acknowledge the 20th anniversary of 9/11. On that day nearly 3,000 innocent people died, including 10 Australians, in the most devastating terrorist attack in the US. Terrorists continue to carry out attacks around the world. Terrorists may target places associated with foreigners or Westerners.

Going overseas to adopt a child

Many Australians adopt children from other countries. There are legal implications surrounding overseas adoptions both in Australia and in the child's country.