The Consular Services Charter outlines the consular services and assistance provided by the Australian Government to travellers overseas. Read the Charter to understand how we can and can't help.
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Notarial services
Do you need a document legalised, or a Certificate of No Impediment for your upcoming marriage? The Australian Government can provide some notarial services.
Travel insurance
If you're going overseas, travel insurance is as important as a passport. If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. Read our advice, and download the CHOICE travel insurance guide before you go.
News and updates
Military conflict in the Middle East has caused widespread airspace closures, flight cancellations and other travel disruptions both in the region and globally.
Military strikes have occurred in the Middle East. There's a risk of ongoing reprisal attacks and escalation across the region. Australian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family in Israel, Iran, UAE and Qatar can register with DFAT.
The United Kingdom is making changes to the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) requirements for travellers. If you're planning travel to the UK these changes may impact you.
The 2024-25 Consular State of Play is now available online, providing a snapshot of the consular assistance and crisis support DFAT provides to Australians overseas.
Travel advice explained
Learn what our advice levels mean and how we decide what level to apply to each destination.
Passport services
With passport demand on the rise, don't leave your application to the last minute.
Allow a minimum of six weeks to get a new passport or renew one.
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