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. It also explains the difference between our travel advice and the COVID-19 related travel bans.

Terrorism remains a threat to Australians living and travelling overseas. Before you travel overseas, it's important to understand the risk of terrorism worldwide.

A disaster can happen anywhere, anytime. However, some destinations experience certain types of natural disasters more often.

What to do if you're travelling overseas and there's been a hurricane, tornado or other severe weather incident in or near your location.

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.

Sexual assault and harassment can happen anywhere to anyone. Read this page to learn more about preventing sexual assault when travelling.

We deliver a range of consular services for Australians overseas. These include travel advice, notarial services, passports, consular support and crisis response.