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There's been an earthquake or tsunami

While youre away/ Crisis or emergency/ There's been an earthquake or tsunami

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

Crisis or emergency overseas

While youre away/ Crisis or emergency overseas

Find out what to do if you’re travelling overseas there's a disaster, terrorist incident, demonstration or other crisis nearby.

Bushfires in Europe

News and updates/ Bushfires in Europe

Bushfires are currently affecting destinations in Europe. Read our advice about what to do if you’re caught in a bushfire overseas.

Staying safe when there's a natural disaster

Before you go/ Safety/ Staying safe when there's a natural disaster

A disaster can happen anywhere, anytime. However, some destinations experience certain types of natural disasters more often.

There's a bushfire

While youre away/ Crisis or emergency/ There's a bushfire

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.

Reducing the risk of kidnapping

Before you go/ Safety/ Reducing the risk of kidnapping

Explore this page to learn about reducing the risk of kidnapping, and what to do if someone is kidnapped overseas.

Using social media while travelling overseas

News and updates/ Using social media while travelling overseas

It's natural to want to hop on social media and share your travel adventures. But be aware. Not all countries are as relaxed as Australia when it comes to what you can access and share online.

We’ve had numerous queries regarding travel to Europe due to the crisis in Ukraine. There’s not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ response to whether you should travel to Europe, or any international destination.

While you’re away

Most Australians have a great time overseas, however, sometimes things don't go as planned. See our page for general advice when things go wrong overseas.