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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Travel Advice for Vanuatu
Following the 7.2 magnitude earthquake on 17 December, there's widespread damage to roads, buildings and essential services, including telecommunications and water supply. Transport services, including flights, have been impacted. Hotels, local transport and tourism services may be closed or significantly affected. Contact your travel agent, accommodation provider and/or airline for information, and if necessary, your insurance company.
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
Lunar New Year is one of the most significant celebrations for East and Southeast Asian cultures. If you're travelling to or through a destination that celebrates the festival, do your research and know what to expect.
Travelling somewhere uncommon or unsafe can seem thrilling, but visiting locations where we advise ‘Do not travel’ can put your life in serious danger.
With the festive season approaching, many Australians are heading overseas for a well-earned break or to visit family and friends. Although it's not festive to think about, some risks are greater during the holiday season.
The Pacific cyclone season is usually between November and March. There’s every chance that your holiday in the Pacific, especially during the December and January school holidays, may be affected by weather events.
We've reviewed our advice for Mozambique and have raised the overall travel advice level to reconsider your need to travel due to the volatile security situation. Protests are taking place across the country following the elections in…
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.
Coming back to Australia
Know what to do and what expect when you're heading home from your trip overseas.
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