United States of America
The US Government entered a partial shutdown on 1 February. This has affected some federal government services, including at airports. There may be flight delays, longer airport lines and travel connection times. Check with your travel provider to see if your travel plans have been affected. Avoid areas where demonstrations and protests are occurring due […]
Papua New Guinea
Severe Tropical Cyclone Maila caused damage to roads and infrastructure across parts of PNG, particularly Milne Bay and the Autonomous Region of Bougainville. If you’re travelling in affected areas, contact your airline, tour operator or accommodation provider to check how your travel plans may be impacted, and follow the advice of local authorities. We continue […]
South Korea (Republic of Korea)
Australian passport holders can visit as tourists for stays of up to 90 days without applying for a K-ETA (or visa waiver). Visit the official K-ETA website for more information (see ‘Travel’). Avoid demonstrations and large public gatherings. Be prepared to change your travel plans in case of traffic or other disruptions. Check media for […]
Canada
Canada is co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, taking place between 11 June and 19 July. If you’re planning to travel to Canada for the event, see our advice on the FIFA World Cup for more information (see ‘Travel’). We continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions in Canada. Australian passport holders must apply for […]
Mexico
Mexico is co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, taking place between 11 June and 19 July. If you’re planning to travel to Mexico for the event, see our advice on the FIFA World Cup 2026 for more information (see ‘Travel’). We advise exercise a high degree of caution in Mexico overall due to the threat […]
Romania
We continue to advise exercise normal safety precautions in Romania. Depending on why you’re travelling and how long you plan to stay, you may require a visa for travel to the Schengen area. Check the European Entry and Exit (EES) and visa rules before you travel. If you’re a dual national of a European country, […]
Bangladesh
We’ve reviewed our advice and have lowered the overall travel advice level. We now advise exercise a high degree of caution overall. Large gatherings, including protests and demonstrations can be unpredictable and may turn violent with little or no warning. Avoid protests, demonstrations and rallies. Be aware of your surroundings, check local media and follow […]
Greece
Depending on why you’re travelling and how long you plan to stay, you may require a visa for travel to the Schengen area. Check the European Entry and Exit (EES) and visa rules before you travel. If you’re a dual national of a European country, check whether the EES applies to you and what passport […]
Guinea
We continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution in Guinea. Higher levels apply in some areas. Parliamentary elections are scheduled for late May. There’s ongoing political and social tensions, including in Conakry. The situation may deteriorate without warning. Border closures, curfews and other movement restrictions may occur. Fuel and water shortages occur regularly. […]
Hungary
Depending on why you’re travelling and how long you plan to stay, you may require a visa for travel to the Schengen area. Check the European Entry and Exit (EES) and visa rules before you travel. If you’re a dual national of a European country, check whether the EES applies to you and what passport […]