It's traumatic to be robbed or mugged. It can happen to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Even if you've taken steps to reduce your risks.

Foreign authorities may request a document to be issued with an Apostille or an Authentication certificate before they will accept it. This is called ‘legalisation’.

Explore this page for information about how to find out if you need your document legalised and which documents we can legalise in Australia.

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade provides notarial services overseas. We deliver these services through our embassies and consulates.

If you're going overseas to get married, you may need a Certificate of No Impediment to Marriage (CNI) to prove you're free to marry.

A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Arabic (العربية).

The consular charter outlines the consular services and assistance provided by the Australian Government. In some circumstances, our assistance may be limited.

The Smartraveller social media accounts include Twitter, Facebook, and social bookmarking and sharing buttons.