Learn what to do if you're worried about the welfare of an Australian overseas. See advice and information about missing persons.
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While youre away/ When things go wrong/ Someone is missing overseas
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Consular services/ Consular state of play/ Case studies/ When consular leaves its mark
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Cristina, a consular officer in Portugal, reflects on assisting bereaved family and friends when their travel companion unexpectedly died in Lisbon.
Choice travel insurance buying guide/ Credit card travel insurance
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Credit card policies differ from standalone policies, so it’s essential you check the fine print.
Choice travel insurance buying guide/ Before you buy
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Before you commit to a policy, make sure you've thought about these 5 things.
Before you go/ Staying safe/ Extreme weather and natural disasters/ Bushfires
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Practical advice on what to do if you’re overseas and there are bushfires in your area.
Before you go/ Laws/ Female genital mutilation (FGM)
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Australian laws apply to acts of female genital mutilation overseas as well as domestically.
Rugby League Las Vegas 2026
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Advice for Australians travelling to the USA for the Las Vegas Rugby League tournament.
Before you go/ Laws/ Child sex offences
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Read more about the legislative protections designed to prevent child sex offences abroad.
Consular services/ Consular state of play/ Consular State of Play 2015-16
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