Ready to fly?
Your journey might have started researching photos of white-sand beaches, ski-ready powdered mountains or bucket list historical sites. You’ve picked destinations, booked tours and thrifty accommodation, or maybe you're just making an overdue visit to family and friends. Whatever your reason is for take-off, our guide can help you do a pre-flight check.
Before you go
The steps below are also covered in our handy Banking tips for overseas travellers guide that you can download and take with you.
Set up account access
Make sure your accounts, personal details and card limits are up to date before you travel.
See what you need to know to ensure you can access your People First accounts and use your cards and PIN number correctly while overseas.
Check Smartraveller
Smartraveller is an Australian Government resource that provides a range of services and travel warnings.
A crisis page will be activated if there's a situation overseas that could affect Australians. If it affects you and you need help, visit the Smartraveller website and follow the prompts.
Copy important documents
Make photocopies of your passport, travel itinerary, travel insurance policy and any other information you may need access to in an emergency.
Leave these copies with a trusted friend or family member.
Update your passport
Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months from the start of your trip. Visit the Australian Passport Office website to apply for or renew your passport.
Need any vaccines?
Check the Australian Government's immunisation guide to see if you need any vaccinations before you depart. National Immunisation Program (NIP) vaccines are free-of-charge to eligible people.
Mail and pet care
Arrange for a friend or family member to collect your mail and plan safe boarding or a pet-friendly mate to care for your furry (bald or scaly) friends while you're away.
Protect your cards and cash
Keep the tips below in mind as you shop overseas and see our blog for more ways to keep your money safe while travelling.
People First Bank overseas emergency details
Call +61 8 7078 4200 any time if you need to contact us for banking help while you're overseas.
Lost or stolen card
Visit the Visa website to find the contact details for each country and immediately cancel your lost Visa card.
Fraud
Call +61 2 8299 9534 to notify our fraud team right away if you're concerned about suspicious transactions on your account.
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