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Terrorism

Before you go/ Safety/ Terrorism

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

Cyprus supports crisis response to Sudan conflict

Christos, a consular officer in Cyprus, reflects on his time providing assistance to Australian evacuees during the Sudan conflict.

A night turned sour

Consular services/ Consular state of play/ Case studies/ A night turned sour

An Australian traveller faced the harsh reality of a lost phone and no money in Thailand.

Sun, sand and surgery: travelling for medical tourism

News and updates/ Sun, sand and surgery: travelling for medical tourism

Planning to go overseas for a medical procedure? Do your research before you commit. Don't decide on cost alone.

Being respectful overseas

News and updates/ Being respectful overseas

Travelling is often about letting your hair down and relaxing. But don't leave your manners and common sense at home when you get on the plane.

What to do if you test positive to COVID-19 when travelling overseas

News and updates/ What to do if you test positive to COVID-19 when travelling overseas

Falling sick while travelling is never ideal but when it’s COVID-19 it can seriously disrupt travel plans.

Passport services

Consular services/ Passport services

The Australian Government delivers passport services for Australians through the Australian Passport Office. Read more about passports in Australia and overseas.

Voting overseas

Consular services/ Voting overseas

Find out about voting in an Australian election while you're overseas.

Going overseas for a medical procedure (medical tourism)

Before you go/ Health/ Going overseas for a medical procedure (medical tourism)

Medical tourism is when you go overseas for medical treatment. Before you go, gather the information you need. Make informed choices about your medical procedure.