Australia Travel Advice

There is an underlying threat from terrorism. Attacks cannot be ruled out and could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers. See

Safety and Security - Terrorism.

Over 664,000 British nationals visit Australia every year (Source: Tourism Australia). Most visits to Australia are trouble–free. See General - Consular Assistance Statistics. Australia is a vast country; you should plan your journeys carefully, particularly if travelling to remote areas, bushwalking or going swimming.

British nationals are required to obtain visas for entry into Australia. You should ensure that you have a return or onward air ticket. Beware of scam adverts offering to sell information claiming to help you extend a working holiday visa; several British (and other foreign) nationals have had their visas cancelled as a result. See Entry Requirements.

Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. Ensure you take extra health precautions if travelling in the Northern Territory, and parts of Western Australia, South Australia, Queensland and Tasmania. See Health.

Australia is prone to seasonal natural disasters including tropical cyclones, flash flooding, dust storms and bushfires (forest fires). The Cyclone Season normally runs from November to April. Travellers in affected areas should keep up-to-date with advice from local media and emergency services. See

Natural Disasters. 

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See the General - Insurance.

Source: Foreign & Commonwealth Office