Foreign authorities may request a document to be issued with an Apostille or an Authentication certificate before they will accept it. This is called ‘legalisation’.

Many Australians hold two or more nationalities. If you're travelling to the country of your other nationality, find out how your citizenship can impact you.

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

This brochure is designed to provide information to help you understand what consular staff in Australia and overseas can do to assist during this difficult time.

Properly preparing to live or work overseas will make the transition less stressful. Read our advice.

Information to help you understand what consular staff in Australia and overseas can do to assist prisoners and their families when someone is arrested overseas.