Demonstrations and civil unrest are common around the world. They can be peaceful or violent. Read our advice on staying safe if there's unrest while you’re overseas.
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News and updates/ Advice for returning to Australia
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From 22 January 2021, if you're travelling to Australia, you must provide evidence of a negative COVID-19 (PCR) test to your airline, taken 72 hours or less prior to departure. See full article for FAQs on the new measures and exemptions.
Before you go/ Safety/ Reducing the risk of kidnapping
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Explore this page to learn about reducing the risk of kidnapping, and what to do if someone is kidnapped overseas.
News and updates/ Tropical storms
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Severe tropical storms are currently impacting regions throughout the northern hemisphere. Read our advice if you’re overseas during the cyclone season.
About us/ Contact us
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Most questions we receive can be answered by reading the information on our website.
While youre away/ Crisis or emergency/ There's a bushfire
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A bushfire can be life threatening if not taken seriously. Read our practical advice on what to do if you’re overseas and there are bushfires in your area.