The Consular State of Play is a snapshot of the consular assistance and crisis support the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) provided to Australians overseas during the previous financial year.
Read our advice on reducing your risk of being assaulted. See practical tips on staying safe and avoiding danger.
Death overseas is always a possibility. Read our advice about how to prepare, and what happens if someone dies.
Read our advice about what you can do to reduce the risk of theft, muggings and robberies when you travel.
Sexual assault and harassment can happen anywhere to anyone. Read our advice about preventing sexual assault when travelling.
Many countries don’t have the same access, services or support for people with disabilities as Australia. Learn more about travelling with a disability.
We advise do not travel to Gaza and the West Bank (excluding Jerusalem) due to the volatile security situation, ongoing military activity, armed conflict, civil unrest and terrorism. We advise reconsider your need to travel to Jerusalem. Israeli military and Palestinian and Israeli security operations continue in Palestine, including Gaza and multiple areas in the […]
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Young Australians love to hit the clubs, festivals and poolside bars when travelling. But it’s important for them to know how to keep themselves and their mates safe while still having the time of their lives.