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

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.

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

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

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

A community hub for Smartraveller information and advice in Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt).

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.