🇦🇺 Is Australia safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Australia: 116 diplomatic missions from 83 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Australia
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Middle East escalation is causing airspace closures and flight cancellations that may affect travel even outside the region
- Check your airline or tour operator for latest updates before departing
- Review your travel insurance to confirm it covers your planned itinerary, activities and emergencies
- Passport valid for the full duration of stay required; some airlines or transit countries may require 6 months extra validity
- Australian visa is electronic only — no passport sticker; carry a printed copy of the email confirmation when travelling
- If travelling on a different passport than the one used for the visa application, update the linked passport number before departure
- Even with an approved visa, border officers may demand proof of sufficient funds and/or a return ticket
Risk areas and situations
- Bushfire risk in Australia is elevated during spring and summer, from October through February
Emergency numbers in Australia
Embassies and consulates in Australia
116 diplomatic missions from 83 countries, across 9 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 6 | Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 5 | Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | 4 | Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth |
| 🇮🇳 India | 4 | Canberra, City of Perth, Melbourne |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 3 | Canberra, City of Perth, Melbourne |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | 3 | Canberra, Sydney |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 3 | Canberra, Melbourne, Perth |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | 3 | Canberra, Melbourne, Perth |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 2 | Canberra, Melbourne |
| 🇨🇳 China | 2 | Adelaide, Perth |
| 🇨🇾 Cyprus | 2 | Canberra |
| 🇨🇿 Czechia | 2 | Canberra, Sydney |
…and 71 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Australia is English. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in English, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Australia safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Australia is 1.18/4 (Low risk, level 1 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Australia?
The general emergency number in Australia is 000. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Australia?
Telcomia tracks 116 diplomatic missions from 83 countries in Australia, across 9 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.