• No travel advice
    by Smartraveller on 19/03/2024 at 13:22
  • Georgia
    by Smartraveller on 18/03/2024 at 12:00

    We continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions in Georgia. We advise:  Exercise normal safety precautions overall in Georgia. Higher levels apply in some areas.  

  • Spain
    by Smartraveller on 15/03/2024 at 12:00

    We continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions in Spain. We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Spain.

  • Bulgaria
    by Smartraveller on 15/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed our travel advice for Bulgaria and continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. Bulgaria will partially join the Schengen area from 31 March. Schengen rules will apply to air and sea arrivals from other Schengen countries. Checks will continue to be undertaken at land borders (see 'Travel'). We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Bulgaria.

  • Japan
    by Smartraveller on 15/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed our advice for Japan and continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Japan. Higher levels apply in some areas.

  • United States of America
    by Smartraveller on 14/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed the travel advice for the United States of America and we continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in the United States of America.

  • Paraguay
    by Smartraveller on 13/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed our advice for Paraguay. We haven't changed the level of our advice, exercise a high degree of caution. We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Paraguay due to the threat of violent crime.

  • Iran
    by Smartraveller on 13/03/2024 at 12:00

    We continue to advise do not travel to Iran. Australians, including dual nationals, should strongly consider leaving Iran as soon as possible. Foreigners, including Australians, are at a high risk of arbitrary detention or arrest. Foreign and dual nationals, including Australians, have been detained without due process of law. Kidnap for ransom is a risk in Iran. Terrorist attacks could happen anywhere in Iran, including Tehran or other locations frequented by foreigners and tourists. They could occur at any time with little or no warning. Localised protests continue in parts of the country. Avoid all protest activity and monitor media for possible threats. (see 'Safety'). We continue to advise: Do not travel to Iran as there's a high risk you could be arbitrarily detained or arrested. 

  • Cook Islands
    by Smartraveller on 13/03/2024 at 12:00

    We’ve reviewed our advice for the Cook Islands and continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. You don't need a visa for a tourist visit of up to 90 days. Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice (see 'Travel'). We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in the Cook Islands.

  • Armenia
    by Smartraveller on 13/03/2024 at 12:00

    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. Entry requirements can change at short notice. Contact your airline or the nearest embassy or consulate of Armenia to confirm entry requirements. We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Armenia overall. Higher levels apply in some areas.

  • Qatar
    by Smartraveller on 13/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed our advice for Qatar and continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. Conflict in the Middle East and Gulf region could affect Qatar. Avoid protests and large public gatherings. Monitor media for updates and follow the advice of local authorities (see 'Safety'). You must purchase approved local health insurance if you’re staying in Qatar more than 30 days (see 'Travel'). Local laws and customs differ from those in Australia. We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Qatar.

  • Macau
    by Smartraveller on 13/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed our advice for Macau and continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution. Macau's Law on Safeguarding National Security could be interpreted broadly, and you could break the law without intending to (see 'Local laws'). We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Macau.

  • Haiti
    by Smartraveller on 12/03/2024 at 12:00

    We continue to advise do not travel to Haiti. The security situation is volatile. Violent crime is common, including murder, armed robbery, kidnapping, assault, sexual assault and carjacking. The Government of Haiti has extended the State of Emergency in the department of the Ouest until 3 April. Curfews may be in place and can change at short notice. Air, land and sea borders between Haiti and the Dominican Republic are closed. There's limited commercial options to depart Haiti but you should consider leaving the country when commercial flights become available and it's safe to do so. We advise: Do not travel to Haiti overall due to the dangerous security situation, threat of violent crime, kidnapping and severe shortages of basic necessities including fuel, water and food.  

  • Indonesia
    by Smartraveller on 12/03/2024 at 12:00

    The Bali Provincial Government has introduced a new tourist levy of IDR 150,000 per person to foreign tourists entering Bali. The tourist levy is separate from the e-Visa on Arrival or the Visa on Arrival. Cashless payments can be made online prior to travel or on arrival at designated payment counters at Bali's airport and seaport. See the Bali Provincial Government's official website for further information (see link in 'Travel' section below). We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Indonesia overall due to security risks. Higher levels apply in some areas.

  • Chile
    by Smartraveller on 08/03/2024 at 12:00

    You need a visa to enter Chile. Ensure you apply well in advance to avoid issues on arrival. (See Travel). We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Chile due to the risk of civil unrest and the threat of violent crime.

  • Madagascar
    by Smartraveller on 08/03/2024 at 12:00

    If you're arriving from a country affected by cholera, you'll need to undertake additional sanitary measures and asked to take an antibiotic. You may also need to provide your contact details to health authorities for follow-up contact (see 'Travel'). The cyclone season is from November to April. Expect disruptions to essential services, transport options and medical services. Make sure your insurance covers this. Civil unrest is common. Protests and demonstrations can turn violent and security forces may respond with force. Avoid protests, demonstrations and large public gatherings, monitor local news, and follow instructions from local authorities (see 'Safety'). We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Madagascar due to the threat of crime and risk of natural disasters and disease outbreaks.

  • Jordan
    by Smartraveller on 08/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed our advice for Jordan and continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution. Higher levels apply in some areas. Protests occur in Amman and other major cities in Jordan. Most protests are peaceful but could become violent. Avoid protests and large public gatherings. Monitor local media for updates and follow the advice of authorities. We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Jordan overall due to the threat of terrorism. Higher levels apply in some areas. 

  • Mozambique
    by Smartraveller on 08/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed our advice for Mozambique and continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution. Higher levels apply in some areas. We continue to advise do not travel to Cabo Delgado province, Erati and Memba districts of Nampula province due to the extreme threat of terrorism, and ongoing clashes between armed groups and security forces. Terrorists are likely to target areas frequented by foreigners, including where foreign companies operate and where expatriate staff reside. Australians in Cabo Delgado and in Erati and Memba districts of Nampula province should leave the area if it's safe to do so (see 'Safety'). Before you travel to Mozambique, check with your bank if your cards will be accepted in Mozambique (see 'Travel'). We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Mozambique overall due to the threat of terrorism and violent crime. Higher levels apply in some parts of the country.

  • Germany
    by Smartraveller on 08/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed our travel advice for Germany and continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution. Germany is a part of the Schengen area, meaning you can enter Germany without a visa in some cases. We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Germany due to the threat of terrorism.

  • Finland
    by Smartraveller on 08/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed our travel advice for Finland and continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. All land border crossings with Russia are closed (see 'Travel)'. We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Finland.

  • Brazil
    by Smartraveller on 07/03/2024 at 12:00

    We’ve reviewed our advice for Brazil and continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution. There's an increasing number of cases of dengue in Brazil (see 'Health'). From 10 April, Australian passport holders will require a visa to enter Brazil (see 'Travel'). We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Brazil due to the threat of violent crime.

  • Serbia
    by Smartraveller on 07/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed our travel advice for Serbia and continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. Entry and exit conditions can change with little notice. Before you travel, check with the nearest embassy or consulate of Serbia in case of any changes. We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Serbia.

  • Saudi Arabia
    by Smartraveller on 07/03/2024 at 12:00

    We've reviewed our advice for Saudi Arabia and continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution. Higher levels apply in some areas. Demonstrations are illegal. There may be severe penalties for participating in demonstrations or protests (see 'Safety'). We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Saudi Arabia overall due to the threat of terrorism and missile and drone attacks. Higher levels apply in some areas.

  • Russia
    by Smartraveller on 07/03/2024 at 12:00

    We continue to advise do not travel to Russia. There's an ongoing threat of terrorism in Russia. Terrorists have staged attacks and may plan more. Terrorist groups, including al-Qaeda and Daesh-aligned groups, continue to call for attacks in Russia. Attacks can be indiscriminate and may occur on or around seasonal, festive, or religious events in public places and could include popular tourist sites. Attacks may occur with little or no warning. Always be alert to possible threats and have a clear exit plan. Russian authorities have made strong, negative comments regarding Western countries. Local authorities may adopt a more negative attitude towards foreigners in Russia and enforce local laws in an arbitrary manner. Avoid any protests or demonstrations and avoid commenting publicly on political developments. The security situation in Russia could deteriorate with little warning. If you're in Russia, leave immediately using the limited commercial options available or private means if it's safe to do so. Departure routes from Russia may become disrupted at short notice. If you're in Russia, have an alternate exit plan. Review your personal security plans and carefully consider the safest means and route to depart. You're responsible for your own safety and that of your family. Make sure your travel documents are up to date. Our ability to provide consular assistance in Russia is limited. The Australian Government will not be able to evacuate you from Russia. We continue to advise: Do not travel to Russia due to the security situation and the impacts of the military conflict with Ukraine.  

  • Niue
    by Smartraveller on 06/03/2024 at 12:00

    We’ve reviewed our advice for Niue and continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions. We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Niue.