When death happens overseas it can be difficult. During this time, consular staff will do what we can to assist you. However, there are limits to our help.

If you, or someone you know, is a victim of a crime overseas, you may need urgent support. We've prepared these pages with advice for what to do.

It's traumatic to be robbed or mugged. It can happen to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Even if you've taken steps to reduce your risks.

Find out what to do if you're travelling overseas and there's been an earthquake nearby. Learn how and where to get help.

Explore this page for travel health advice for Australians travelling overseas. Your health is your responsibility, and prevention is better than cure.

Find out what to do if you're travelling overseas and a volcano has erupted in or near your location. Learn how and where to get help.

Understand how and when the Australian Government can help overseas. Read the Consular Service Charter (ميثاق الخدمات القنصلية) in Arabic.

Understand how and when the Australian Government can help overseas. Read the Consular Service Charter (领事服务章程) in Simplified Chinese.

Understand how and when the Australian Government can help overseas. Read the Consular Services Charter (領事服務章程) in Traditional Chinese.