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Cyber security when travelling overseas

Before you go/ Staying safe/ Cyber security when travelling overseas

Keeping your electronic devices secure when travelling overseas is just as important as keeping your passport safe. Crime targeting electronic devices is a real and growing risk. Read our advice about how to keep your data safe while overseas.

Visas and entry requirements in Europe and the Schengen Area

Before you go/ The basics/ Visas and entry requirements in Europe and the Schengen Area

This page has general information on visa-free travel to European countries.

Have adventures, not regrets

News and updates/ Have adventures, not regrets

Recent research found that Smartraveller is a trusted source of advice. But it also found that Australians still take unnecessary risks when they head overseas, especially with travel insurance.

Going overseas to volunteer

Before you go/ Activities/ Going overseas to volunteer

Volunteering overseas can be a rewarding experience. Read our advice on how to prepare before you go, and stay safe and healthy while you're away.

Take care of your mental health before you take off this Mental Health Week

News and updates/ Take care of your mental health before you take off this Mental Health Week

The world is rapidly opening up, but international travel has changed from what we remember. This Mental Health Week we are urging you to check in with your mental health before you take off.

The basics

Before you go/ The basics

A handy checklist to tell you what you need to do before you head off on your trip.

Don’t let a mistake end in misfortune

News and updates/ Don’t let a mistake end in misfortune

The latest research from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s Smartraveller and Insurance Council of Australia shows Australians’ common misunderstandings when it comes to travel insurance.

When consular leaves its mark

Consular services/ Consular state of play/ Case studies/ When consular leaves its mark

Cristina, a consular officer in Portugal, reflects on assisting bereaved family and friends when their travel companion unexpectedly died in Lisbon.

Someone has died overseas

While youre away/ When things go wrong/ Someone has died overseas

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.