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

Never buy, use or travel with illegal drugs when overseas.

If you're arrested or jailed overseas, you have the right to contact the Australian Government.

Learn what to do if you're worried about the welfare of an Australian overseas. See advice and information about missing persons.

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

Most Australians have a great time overseas, however, sometimes things don't go as planned. See our page for general advice when things go wrong overseas.

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

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