This page provides general tips on travelling as a backpacker. Explore this page for general advice about planning your trip.

Australians love sport and adventure, both locally and overseas. Make sure you’re informed and prepared before you go.

Before you go overseas, be aware of some of the common scams that happen to travellers. Take steps to minimise your risk.

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

Read more about the legislative protections designed to prevent child sex offences abroad.

Australians love to travel, and love adventure.

Information for Australians going overseas for surrogacy. Learn about types of arrangements, laws, citizenship and visas.

If you, or someone you know, is a victim of a crime overseas, you may need urgent support. We've prepared these pages with advice for what to do.