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

There’s plenty you can do to reduce the risk of theft, muggings and robberies when you travel.

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

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

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

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

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.

Assault and violence can happen to anyone, anywhere. Read this page for advice on what to do immediately after an assault while travelling.