What to do if you're overseas and lose or damage your property.

Understand the local laws of the country you're visiting and the Australians laws that still apply to you when overseas

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

If you're arrested or jailed overseas, you have the right to contact the Australian Government.

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

We deliver a range of consular services for Australians overseas. These include travel advice, notarial services, passports, consular support and crisis response.

Most Australians have a great time overseas, however, sometimes things don't go as planned. See our page for general advice when things go wrong overseas.

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade provides notarial services overseas. We deliver these services through our embassies and consulates.