Who is travelling

People with disabilities

People with disabilities might need to do some extra planning when travelling. Here’s some advice to help you have a smooth trip.

LGBTQIA+ travellers

Depending on where you’re going, travelling can come with extra risks for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. Here are some things to think about when you travel.

Travelling with children

Here are some things to think about if you’re travelling with children, or if your child will be travelling without you.

Dual citizens and permanent residents

Here are some things to consider before you travel if you have citizenship in more than one country, or you are a resident of a different country than the country you hold citizenship for.

Journalists and academics

Journalists and academics may face different risks when they travel overseas for work or for a holiday. Here are some things to think about before you travel.

Māori and tangata whenua

Here is some general advice about travelling overseas with moko or carrying taonga.

Women and people travelling alone

Here are some tips for staying safe while travelling for women and solo travellers.

Older travellers

Here are some ways that older travellers can make sure they have everything they need to have a safe and healthy travel experience.

Refugees and former refugees

Here are some things for refugees and former refugees to think about before they travel.

People with criminal convictions

If you have a criminal conviction, here are some things to know before you plan to travel.

People receiving benefits and superannuation

Here’s what to do before you travel if you are someone who receives a benefit or superannuation.