If you’re leaving Australia, travel insurance is just as essential as a passport.
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Browse destinationsBushfires are currently affecting destinations in Europe. Read our advice about what to do if you’re caught in a bushfire overseas.
Read our advice about what to do if there's extreme weather or a natural disaster when you're travelling overseas.
Read our advice on reducing your risk of being assaulted. See practical tips on staying safe and avoiding danger.
The Middle East conflict is likely to escalate further. Even transiting a ‘Do not travel’ travel hub puts your safety at risk. Airports have been targeted and you may be unable to leave. Check your itinerary for ‘Do not travel’ transit locations.
The risk of protests, unrest and terrorism linked to the situation in the Middle East may escalate in the region and worldwide. If you're travelling overseas, it's important to stay up to date on current events in your destination and take steps to ensure your safety.
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.
Explore this page to learn about reducing the risk of kidnapping, and what to do if someone is kidnapped overseas.