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

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

A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Simplified Chinese (中文 简体).

Explore this page for information about staying safe and secure during the Hajj pilgrimage in Makkah (Mecca).

Ramadan is the most important month on the Islamic calendar. Explore this page to learn local laws and customs during Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr, after Ramadan.

Advice for Australians overseas who are trying to return home to Australia.

Advice for Australians staying overseas, including questions on whether to stay overseas or return to Australia, and travelling to other countries and within countries.

Read general travel advice in Simplified Chinese (中文) before you go. Learn about laws, entry requirements, insurance, dual citizenship, travelling with children, getting help overseas and more.