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Australian Embassies Abroad
Browse Australian embassies and high commissions around the world and find individual mission information, locations and links to official Australian diplomatic services.
Worldwide directory
Find an Australian embassy or High Commission
Browse Australian diplomatic missions overseas by country or city. Published mission pages provide practical information about locations, contact details, official websites and available services.
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Australia’s global presence
Australian diplomatic missions around the world
Australia maintains a worldwide diplomatic network that includes embassies, high commissions, consulates general and representative offices. These missions support Australia’s international relationships and provide services to Australians overseas.
Europe
Australian embassies and diplomatic missions represent Australia across major European capitals and international organisations.
Asia & Pacific
Australia maintains an extensive diplomatic presence throughout Asia and the Pacific, including embassies and High Commissions.
Americas, Africa & Middle East
Australian diplomatic missions are located across the Americas, Africa and the Middle East, supported by regional accreditation arrangements where needed.
Diplomatic representation
Australian Embassies and High Commissions
Australia uses different mission titles depending on the country and diplomatic relationship involved.
Australian Embassy
An Australian Embassy is the principal diplomatic mission representing Australia in a country and is generally headed by an Australian Ambassador.
Australian High Commission
Australia uses the title High Commission for its principal diplomatic missions in many Commonwealth countries. These missions are headed by a High Commissioner.
Other Australian missions: Australia also maintains consulates general, consulates, permanent missions and representative offices in some locations. These are listed according to their official mission type.
Diplomatic and consular support
Services at Australian missions overseas
Services differ by location, but Australian embassies and High Commissions may provide diplomatic, passport and consular support.
Consular assistance
Australian missions may assist Australian citizens facing serious difficulties overseas and provide information about available consular support.
Passport services
Many Australian missions provide passport services or guidance for Australian citizens living or travelling overseas.
Notarial services
Some missions provide authorised notarial services such as witnessing, certifications and other document-related services where available.
Planning your visit
Before visiting an Australian Embassy or High Commission
Mission access, appointment requirements and available services vary by country and location.
Check appointments
Passport, notarial and other consular services may require an appointment booked in advance.
Confirm the correct mission
Some Australian diplomatic missions are accredited to additional countries where Australia does not maintain a resident embassy or High Commission.
Check official information
Opening arrangements, public holidays and service requirements can change. Confirm current information before travelling to the mission.
For Australians overseas: current travel advice and information about Australian Government consular assistance are available through Smartraveller.
Frequently asked questions
Australian Embassies Abroad
What is an Australian Embassy?
An Australian Embassy is Australia’s principal diplomatic representation in a country and generally supports diplomatic relations, government engagement and services for Australians overseas.
What is an Australian High Commission?
A High Commission performs a diplomatic role comparable to an embassy but is the title commonly used for Australia’s principal mission in another Commonwealth country.
Does Australia have an embassy in every country?
No. Australia does not maintain a resident embassy or High Commission in every country. Some countries are covered by an Australian mission located in another country.
Can an Australian Embassy help with passports?
Many Australian missions overseas provide passport services or information for Australian citizens. Available services and appointment arrangements differ by mission.
Can an Australian Embassy help in an emergency?
Australian embassies and High Commissions can provide consular assistance to Australians overseas within the limits of Australian Government consular services.
Where can I find Australian consulates overseas?
Use the Australian Consulates Abroad directory to find Australian consulates general and consulates around the world.