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

You may get sick from infectious diseases or other health conditions overseas. Find out what vaccinations and other preventative measures can help.

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.

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

The better prepared you are, the safer and more enjoyable your travel will be.

Assault and violence can happen to anyone, anywhere. Read this page for advice on what to do immediately after an assault while travelling.