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Smartraveller

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Smartraveller

@Smartraveller

Travel advice you can trust, provided by the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. We don’t respond to direct messages.

Australia

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Joined September 2013

Smartraveller
@Smartraveller
Jun 16
We now advise ‘Reconsider your need to travel’ to Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Qatar & the United Arab Emirates (level 3) overall. The security environment in the Middle East remains unpredictable. Australians should avoid non-essential travel to these locations. (1/3)
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@Smartraveller
Jun 16
If you need to transit, stay as short a time as possible & eliminate unnecessary activities. If you’re in these locations, stay vigilant & follow local advice. The situation may change at short notice & advice levels may be raised if security conditions deteriorate. (2/3)
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@Smartraveller
Jun 16
There is no level change for other Middle East locations. Do not travel advice for Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria & Yemen remains in place. We continue to advise reconsider your need to travel to Jordan, Oman & Saudi Arabia. Read & subscribe: smartraveller.gov.au/middle-east (3/3)
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@Smartraveller
Jun 12
Do you know your Schengen Area 90/180? It can be complicated to know at what point you need a visa for your stay in the Schengen Area. Our website gives you detailed information, examples and links that will help you calculate your visa free days. smartraveller.gov.au/schengen
$Things to remember when calculating your visa-free days in the Schengen area.\nWithin 180 days, you get 90 days that are visa-free.\nYour 90 days start from your first day in the Schengen area.\nIf you leave and return within the same 180-day period, your previous stay will count towards your 90-day maximum.\nIf you use up your visa-free days, you must leave the Schengen area.$
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@Smartraveller
Jun 11
Let the games begin (very early tomorrow morning)! Good luck to the Socceroos on their journey through the World Cup. No matter where in the world you’re watching, stay safe, cheer loudly and enjoy the tournament 💚💛⚽ smartraveller.gov.au/before-you-go/…
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@Smartraveller
Jun 11
We’ve reviewed our advice for #Maldives. There’s no change to the level. There are harsh penalties for drug offences. If you plan to undertake water activities, check the operator is licensed & has safety gear. Read & subscribe: Smartraveller.gov.au/Maldives @AusHCMV
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@Smartraveller
Jun 10
10 June: The situation in the Middle East region remains volatile. Military strikes and reprisal attacks have occurred in some locations in the Middle East since 28 February, including recently. There remains a risk of further attacks and escalation. (1/3)
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@Smartraveller
Jun 10
If strikes occur in your location, prioritise your safety, monitor events & follow local advice, including shelter in place instructions. We continue to advise Australians do not travel to Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Kuwait, Lebanon, Palestine, Qatar, Syria, UAE & Yemen. (2/3)
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@Smartraveller
Jun 10
We continue to advise reconsider your need to travel to Jordan, Oman and Saudi Arabia. Read the latest advice and subscribe for updates: smartraveller.gov.au/news-and-updat… (3/3)
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@Smartraveller
Jun 9
You may require a visa for travel to #Norway, which is part of the Schengen area. This depends on why you're travelling and how long you plan to stay. Read & subscribe: Smartraveller.gov.au/Norway @AusAmbDK
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@Smartraveller
Jun 8
Make sure you’re subscribed to the travel advice for countries you’ll be visiting during the FIFA World Cup. If the travel advice changes while you’re away, you’ll get the update straight to your email. smartraveller.gov.au/subscribe
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@Smartraveller
Jun 8
8 June: Military strikes and reprisal attacks have occurred in a number of locations in the Middle East. There’s a risk of further attacks or escalation across the region. (1/5)
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@Smartraveller
Jun 8
Replying to @Smartraveller
Do not travel advice includes transits and layovers. If you need emergency consular assistance, contact the Australian Government’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre: +61 2 6261 3305 (from overseas) or 1300 555 135 (in Australia). (4/5)
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@Smartraveller
Jun 8
Read the latest advice and subscribe for updates: smartraveller.gov.au/news-and-updat… (5/5)
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@Smartraveller
Jun 8
There’s a tsunami warning following an M7.7 earthquake 15 km from the southern coast of Mindanao in the #Philippines. The warnings extend to Indonesia, Philippines, Japan, Guam, Palau, Yap, Taiwan and Papua New Guinea. (1/3)
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@Smartraveller
Jun 8
If you're in the affected area, follow the advice of local authorities. Australians needing emergency consular assistance should contact the Consular Emergency Centre on 1300 555 135 in Australia or +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas. (2/3)
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@Smartraveller
Jun 8
For advice on what to do during an earthquake see: smartraveller.gov.au/before-you-go/… (3/3) @AusAmbPH
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@Smartraveller
Jun 6
Got tickets to a game? If you’re heading to any FIFA World Cup match, there are stadium policies you’ll need to abide by. This includes restrictions around bags, drink bottles, and alcohol. On match day, gates will open 3 hours before kick off! smartraveller.gov.au/before-you-go/…
$Your mobile phone is your ticket. Official tickets will be in your FIFA World Cup app.\nOnly ticketed fans will be allowed to enter stadiums. \nIf you don\u2019t have a ticket, enjoy the fan zones and fan festivals!$
$Bag size limits will apply in stadiums.\n- Clear bags (must be made of clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC): 30cm x 15cm x 30cm\n- Non-transparent bags: 11cm x 16.5cm\nNo other bags will be allowed in with you.$
$Planning to have an alcoholic drink at the stadium? International travellers will need to have their physical passport to show as ID. Copies won\u2019t be accepted.\nThe legal drinking age varies between countries:\n- Canada \u2013 18 or 19\n- Mexico \u2013 18\n- USA \u2013 21$
$Reusable water bottle policy\n- Bottle can\u2019t be larger than 1L\n- Must transparent and empty when brought into the stadium\n- There should be no labels or branding\n- It can\u2019t be glass or other hard thermal materials$
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