Sudan

Australians should strongly consider leaving Sudan as soon as possible. There are commercial departure options from Port Sudan and Port Suakin. You may also be able to enter Egypt and other neighbouring countries via land borders. You need valid travel documentation and visas to exit Sudan and enter Saudi Arabia or Egypt. Carefully consider the risks for any departure route, including during ceasefires (see ‘Full advice – Safety’). The security situation remains volatile, and violence could escalate at short notice. Adopt appropriate personal security measures and remain vigilant. Monitor media and continue to follow our advice on Smartraveller.

We continue to advise:

Do not travel to Sudan due to armed conflict, civil unrest and the volatile security situation.

Paraguay

We continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution in Paraguay due to the threat of violent crime. Australian passport holders don't require visitor visas to enter Paraguay on a regular passport for stays up to 90 days (see 'Travel') We advise: Exercise a high...

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Armenia

We've reviewed our advice for Armenia and continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. Higher levels apply in some areas. Do not travel within 5km of Armenia's border with Azerbaijan. We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Armenia overall. Higher...

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Rwanda

There's currently an outbreak of Marburg virus, including in Kigali. You'll be asked to complete a Marburg virus symptom screening survey when departing Rwanda (see ‘Health’). The land border with Burundi is currently closed (see 'Travel'). We advise: Exercise normal...

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