Colombia
There’s been increased terrorist activity in the departments of Cauca and Valle de Cauca, including in the city of Cali and the municipalities of Jaumundí and Palmira. The situation continues to be unstable. If there’s an attack, leave the area as soon as it’s safe. Avoid the area in case of further attacks. We continue […]
Qatar
The situation in the Middle East region remains volatile. There remains a risk of attacks and escalation. If you’re in the region and want to leave, we continue to advise you to make plans to do so. If you can secure a flight out of Qatar and it’s safe to travel to the airport, leave […]
Türkiye
Australians holding ordinary passports don’t need a visa for tourism or transit purposes if staying 90 days or less in a 180-day period. Military conflict in the Middle East region may result in airspace closures, flight cancellations and other travel disruptions affecting other locations. Following military strikes on Iran, retaliatory strikes have been intercepted over […]
United Arab Emirates
The situation in the Middle East remains volatile. There remains a risk of attacks and escalation. If you’re in the UAE and want to leave, can secure a flight and it’s safe to travel to the airport, we continue to advise you to leave while commercial flights are available. UAE airspace may open or close […]
Iraq
We continue to advise do not travel to Iraq. The situation in Iraq and the Middle East region remains volatile. There remains a risk of attacks and escalation. If you’re in Iraq, prioritise your safety. Shelter in place during strikes. Monitor developments closely and follow local authorities’ advice. Be aware of your environment and avoid […]
Thailand
We’ve reviewed our advice for Thailand and continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution overall. We now advise do not travel to areas within 10 kilometres of the Thailand-Cambodia land border in the provinces of Sa Kaeo, Buriram, Si Saket, Surin, Ubon Ratchathani, Chanthaburi and mainland Trat due to armed clashes between Thai […]
Russia
We continue to advise do not travel to Russia. Foreigners, including Australians, are at risk of arbitrary detention or arrest. Russian authorities regard Australia as an ‘unfriendly’ nation and act accordingly. If you’re in Russia, you should consider leaving. If you decide to remain in Russia, you’re responsible for your own safety and that of […]
Tonga
The Tongan Ministry of Health has declared a dengue fever outbreak. The number of cases continues to increase in Tongatapu, Ha’apai and ‘Eua. Monitor local media and follow the advice of local authorities (see ‘Health’). We advise: Exercise normal safety precautions in Tonga.
Vietnam
You must have an appropriate visa before travelling to Vietnam. Ensure you check your visa details carefully for errors prior to travel. If you enter Vietnam via Tân Sơn Nhất International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City), you’re encouraged by the Vietnamese Government to complete a Digital Pre-Arrival Form online within 72 hours of arrival (see […]
Ethiopia
We continue to advise reconsider your need to travel to Ethiopia overall. Other levels apply in some areas. Ethiopia’s borders with Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, South Sudan, and Sudan are high-risk areas. Do not travel to the Tigray regional state and other border areas due to the security situation including the risk of terrorist attacks, kidnapping, […]