How to prevent overseas child abduction?

You can contact the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and request Passport Watch Request so that they place a watch on the child’s passport to prevent it from being issued or used for international travel without your consent.

A Passport Watch Request in Australia is a mechanism used by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and other agencies to prevent individuals from leaving the country. It is typically initiated when there are concerns that a person may pose a risk to themselves or others, may be involved in criminal activity or may not return to Australia after leaving.