Do you need a visa for Australia?

Visit the Department of Home Affairs website and follow the prompts to begin your visa application. Alternatively, you can apply for a tourist visa by heading to your nearest Australian embassy or consulate.

The process of obtaining a visitor visa is fairly straightforward. The turnaround time depends on a few factors, but it can take a couple of hours to 30 days. Ensure you leave plenty of time between applying for the visa and departing for your trip.

You'll receive a confirmation email when your visa is granted. You don't need to print this out or show it to an immigration official upon arrival, as your visa is automatically linked to your passport. If you lose your passport or if it's stolen, you'll need to reapply for a tourist visa.

Visit the Australian Department of Home Affairs website for more information on visa applications

You need a passport with at least six months of validity from the date you plan to enter Australia. If it's less than this, you may be refused boarding at the airport. You must also meet the character and health requirements and have enough money to support yourself for the duration of your trip.

You may incur additional costs when applying for a visitor visa for health checks, biometrics or police certificates. This will be communicated to you during the application process if required.

The page is for general information only and may be subject to change. You are responsible for obtaining relevant visa and travel information required for entry, departure and travel to each country or region you visit on your trip. You should confirm these with the relevant embassies and consulates.

Last updated: 28 June 2023