Services for Australians Overseas

Services for Australians in South Africa

Assisting Australians Overseas within Limits

Find out what we can and cannot do.

Travel Advice

Smartraveller has the latest, authoritative travel advice so you can be informed and prepared about overseas travel. Subscribe to receive travel advice updates - by simply supplying your name and email address – straight to your inbox.

You can now also subscribe to the new SMS service - by supplying your mobile number – to receive critical alerts in the event of a crisis overseas.

In a crisis, Smartraveller will activate a crisis page on its website. It will make it easier for you or someone you know to contact the Australian Government if you need help. It will supplement the consular emergency hotline.

Visit www.smartraveller.gov.au to subscribe or connect with Smartraveller on Facebook and Twitter.

Be Insured

Read the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade's guide on choosing insurance for your travel plans.

Please note that there is no parking available on the grounds of the High Commission. There have been instances of cars being stolen in the Arcadia area where the High Commission is located. All visitors should carefully plan their visit to the High Commission and exercise vigilance.

Contacting Us

For 24 hour consular assistance please call 1300 555 135 (within Australia) or +61 2 6261 3305 (outside Australia). Alternatively, please SMS +61 421 269 080.

The following contact details can be used within business hours: