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U.S. State Department Issues Level 1 Travel Advisory for Australia: Exercise Normal Precautions

Australia remains at: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions The State Department issued the updated advisory on 18 August 2026. There is therefore no increase or decrease in the advisory level. The travel information has been updated while the country remains at Level 1.

🇦🇺 Australia1 versionUpdated 18 Aug 2026

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AustraliaTravel AdvisoriesEffective 18 Aug 2026

U.S. State Department Issues Level 1 Travel Advisory for Australia: Exercise Normal Precautions

What changed

The U.S. State Department changed its Travel Advisory for Australia. The new status is 'Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions'. This means Australia is generally safe for travellers. Before this, a security block prevented access to any travel advice. The new advice is for U.S. citizens who plan to visit Australia. They should read the 'Travel Guidance for Australia' to help them travel safely.

Published 18 Aug 2026Effective 18 Aug 2026U.S. State Department — Travel advisories

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