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Medication and medical equipment

Read our general advice for Australians planning to travel overseas with medications or medical equipment.

Terrorism

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

Staying safe when there are demonstrations or civil unrest

Civil unrest is conflict between different groups of people living in the same country. It can be peaceful or violent. Read more to learn how to stay safe in if there is civil unrest while you're travelling.

Someone is missing overseas

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

Reducing the risk of piracy

Piracy is a major issue around the world. Explore this page to learn about high risk areas for piracy, how to reduce your risk and where to get help.

Terrorism – a global threat

Wherever you’re going overseas, there remains a threat of terrorism. Terrorists continue to carry out attacks around the world, and they target both locals and foreign tourists. Learn more about how to reduce your risks while travelling.

Reducing the risk of kidnapping

There is an ongoing threat of kidnapping in many parts of the world. Explore this page to learn about reducing the risk of kidnapping, before you go.

The 20th anniversary of 9/11

Today we acknowledge the 20th anniversary of 9/11. On that day nearly 3,000 innocent people died, including 10 Australians, in the most devastating terrorist attack in the US. Terrorists continue to carry out attacks around the world. Terrorists may target places associated with foreigners or Westerners.