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.
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Updated: 28 Jul 2022
Updated: 28 Jul 2022
Understand the local laws of the country you're visiting and the Australians laws that still apply to you when overseas
Updated: 19 May 2021
Updated: 19 May 2021
Never buy, use or travel with illegal drugs when overseas.
Updated: 13 Feb 2023
Updated: 13 Feb 2023
A marriage must be entered into with the full and free consent of both people. Learn more about forced marriage.
Updated: 13 Feb 2023
Updated: 13 Feb 2023
Australian laws apply to acts of female genital mutilation overseas as well as domestically.
Updated: 14 Feb 2023
Updated: 14 Feb 2023
Anyone travelling to Australia from China, including Hong Kong and Macau, will be required to undertake COVID-19 testing within 48 hours before travelling to Australia.
Updated: 15 Feb 2023
Updated: 15 Feb 2023
No matter why or where you're travelling overseas, there remains a threat of terrorism. You may not want to think about it, but the better prepared you are, the safer and more enjoyable your travel will be. Learn more about how to reduce your risks while travelling.