Australia
Warnings and insurance
Bushfires
Australian authorities have advised that there is an increased risk of bushfires for large areas of the country from now and throughout summer 2024/2025 . Be aware of the risks and follow the advice of local states and territories on what you should do to prepare for and how to respond to any emergency.
See our advice on the Safety and security page.
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
- see general advice for women travellers
- read our guide on disability and travel abroad
- see general advice for LGBT+ travellers
- read about safety for solo and independent travel
- see advice on volunteering and adventure travel abroad
Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
About FCDO travel advice
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help you make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice.
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