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Quick 4-step process — most travelers approved within 24-48 hours
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Complete the online application
Fill out our streamlined application form with your travel details and personal information. Our intelligent validation system pre-checks every field against Australian immigration requirements, catching errors before submission and ensuring your application is complete.
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Upload your documents
Submit a clear passport scan (bio page with photo) and a recent digital photograph meeting Australian specifications. Our document specialists verify everything meets the Department of Home Affairs standards, significantly reducing the risk of delays or requests for additional information.
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We process your visa
Your verified application is submitted to the Australian Department of Home Affairs through official channels. We track processing status continuously and notify you immediately of any updates, decisions, or additional documentation requests via email and SMS.
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Receive your visa electronically
Your approved visa is linked directly to your passport electronically — no printing required! Simply board your flight to Australia and present your passport at immigration. G'day mate — welcome to Australia, the Lucky Country!
Visa types needed for Australia
Australia eVisitor - 1 year, Multiple entry
The Australia Visitor Visa provides access to the Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, and the Outback. Valid for 1 Year with multiple entry, this visa allows stays up to 90 days. Perfect for tourism, family visits, and business.
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- 🛂 Passport: Valid for at least 6 months with blank pages
- 📸 Digital Photo: Recent passport-style photograph
- ✈️ Travel Details: Confirmed travel itinerary
- 🏨 Accommodation: Hotel or host booking
- 💳 Payment: Credit or debit card for fee
Important to know
- Maximum stay: 90 days per visit
- Print visa for presentation at immigration
Australia Visa Requirements & Entry Information
ETA (subclass 601)
Up to 90 days
Electronic travel authority for eligible passport holders
eVisitor (subclass 651)
Up to 90 days
For European passport holders visiting Australia
Tourist Visa (subclass 600)
Up to 12 months
For extended tourism and family visits
Working Holiday
Up to 12 months
Work and travel for eligible ages 18-30/35
Essential Requirements
- Passport valid for duration of intended stay
- Sufficient funds for your stay (AUD 5,000 recommended)
- Travel and health insurance strongly recommended
- Return or onward ticket (or funds to purchase)
- Character requirements — criminal history declaration
- Meet health requirements (some nationalities need exams)
Electronic Travel Authority & eVisitor Visas
Australia operates a modern electronic visa system designed for efficient processing while maintaining border security. The country offers multiple entry pathways depending on your nationality, travel purpose, and intended length of stay — from streamlined ETAs and eVisitor visas to comprehensive tourist visas, working holiday programs, and long-term work and student visas.
Electronic Travel Authority (ETA — subclass 601)
The ETA is available to passport holders from the United States, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, and several other countries. This electronic authorization allows multiple entries over its 12-month validity period, with each visit limited to 90 days. The ETA is linked electronically to your passport — no visa label or stamp required. It's valid for tourism, visiting friends and family, business activities including attending meetings and conferences, and transiting through Australian airports. Apply through the official Australian ETA app or through DoVisa for faster processing.
eVisitor Visa (subclass 651)
The eVisitor visa is exclusively for passport holders from European Union countries, the United Kingdom, and several other European nations including Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, and Monaco. Like the ETA, it allows stays of up to 90 days per visit with multiple entries over 12 months. The eVisitor is free to apply for directly, though processing can take several days. It covers tourism, business visitor activities, and studying for up to 3 months.
Tourist & Working Holiday Visas
Visitor Visa (subclass 600)
Travelers not eligible for ETA or eVisitor must apply for the Visitor Visa. This includes citizens of China, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Brazil, and many other nations. The Visitor Visa offers more flexibility with stays of 3, 6, or 12 months depending on circumstances and application stream. Four streams available: Tourist stream for holiday and visiting family; Business Visitor stream for business-related activities; Sponsored Family stream for visiting Australian relatives who provide a bond; Frequent Traveller stream for regular business visitors (grants 10-year validity). Processing takes 20-30 days on average.
Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417 & 462)
Australia's Working Holiday Maker program is among the world's most popular, allowing young travelers to live and work for 12 months while exploring the country. Subclass 417 is for ages 18-30 from countries including UK, Ireland, Canada, Germany, France, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan. Subclass 462 (Work and Holiday) covers ages 18-30/35 from USA, China, Indonesia, Thailand, and others — some require government support letters. Complete 88 days of specified regional work during your first year to qualify for a second-year visa, and another 6 months of regional work during your second year for a third-year visa — potentially 3 years in Australia.
Business & Work Visas
Business Visitor Activities
The ETA, eVisitor, and Business Visitor stream of the subclass 600 permit various business activities without needing a work visa. Permitted activities include: Attending meetings, conferences, and trade fairs; making general business or government inquiries; conducting negotiations and signing contracts; exploring business opportunities; participating in site visits and inspections. Not permitted: Any work for an Australian organization, providing services to Australian clients, or any activities that could be performed by an Australian worker.
Work Visas
For actual employment in Australia, you need appropriate work authorization. The Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) requires sponsorship from an approved Australian employer for occupations on the skills lists. Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) is points-tested for skilled workers without sponsorship. Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) requires state/territory nomination. Most work visas require skills assessments, English language tests (IELTS or equivalent), and health and character checks. Processing times vary from weeks to many months depending on visa type and complexity.
Entry Requirements & Processing
Essential Requirements
All travelers to Australia must meet fundamental requirements:
• Passport validity: Valid for at least the duration of your intended stay (6+ months recommended)
• Health requirements: May need health examinations depending on nationality, intended stay length, and activities
• Character requirements: Must declare criminal history; serious convictions may result in visa refusal
• Genuine temporary entrant: Must demonstrate genuine intent to visit temporarily for visitor visas
• Sufficient funds: Evidence of financial means to support your stay (approx. AUD 5,000 for tourists)
• Onward travel: Return ticket or evidence of funds to leave Australia
Entry Points
Australia's main international airports are Sydney (SYD) — the largest gateway handling most arrivals — Melbourne (MEL), Brisbane (BNE), Perth (PER), Adelaide (ADL), Cairns (CNS), Gold Coast (OOL), and Darwin (DRW). Australia has strict biosecurity controls — declare all food, plant material, and animal products on your Incoming Passenger Card. Electronic visa holders proceed directly to SmartGate automated processing.
Processing Times
ETA applications are typically processed within minutes to 24 hours. eVisitor visas take 24 hours to several days. Visitor Visas (subclass 600) take 20-30 days on average. Working Holiday Visas process in 14-45 days. Apply well in advance, especially during peak seasons.
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Australia Visa FAQs
What types of visas are available for Australia?
Australia offers several visa categories for different purposes. ETA (subclass 601) is an electronic travel authority for citizens of eligible countries including USA, Canada, Japan, and several Asian nations, allowing tourism and business visits up to 90 days. eVisitor (subclass 651) is for European passport holders with the same 90-day allowance. Visitor Visa (subclass 600) is for nationalities not eligible for ETA/eVisitor, with stays up to 3, 6, or 12 months. Working Holiday Visas (subclass 417 & 462) allow young travelers to work and travel for 12 months, extendable to 3 years with regional work. Student Visas (subclass 500) cover all education levels. Work Visas include skilled worker, employer-sponsored, and other categories. Transit Visas (subclass 771) allow airport transit. The right visa depends on your nationality, purpose, and intended duration.
What is the Australian ETA and who can apply?
The Electronic Travel Authority (ETA — subclass 601) is a digitally-stored travel authorization for short-term visits to Australia. Eligible passport holders include citizens of: United States, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, and Taiwan, among others. Key features: Valid for 12 months with multiple entries; each visit limited to 90 days maximum; electronically linked to your passport (no visa label); valid for tourism, visiting family, and business visitor activities; apply through the official Australian ETA app or visa service providers. Not eligible for ETA: European citizens (use eVisitor instead), citizens of countries like China, India, Indonesia (use Visitor Visa). The ETA cannot be extended — you must leave Australia before 90 days and can return for another 90-day period while the ETA remains valid.
What is the eVisitor visa for Australia?
The eVisitor (subclass 651) is Australia's free electronic visa for European passport holders. Eligible countries include all EU member states, United Kingdom, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Norway, San Marino, Switzerland, and Vatican City. Key features: Free to apply directly (DoVisa charges a service fee for faster processing and support); valid for 12 months with unlimited entries; each visit limited to 90 days; allows tourism, visiting family, and business visitor activities; study permitted for up to 3 months; electronically linked to passport. Processing time: Typically 24 hours to several days when applying directly, same-day with DoVisa. Important: UK citizens remained eligible for eVisitor post-Brexit. The eVisitor and ETA have identical conditions — the distinction is purely based on nationality eligibility.
What is the Visitor Visa (subclass 600)?
The Visitor Visa (subclass 600) is for travelers not eligible for ETA or eVisitor, including citizens of China, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Brazil, Russia, and many others. Four streams available: Tourist stream for holidays and visiting family; Business Visitor stream for meetings, conferences, negotiations; Sponsored Family stream for visiting Australian relatives who provide a security bond; Frequent Traveller stream for regular business visitors with 10-year validity. Stay duration: 3, 6, or 12 months depending on stream and circumstances. Required documents: Valid passport, application form, passport photos, proof of funds, travel itinerary, employment evidence, ties to home country, and potentially health and character certificates. Processing time: Average 20-30 days. Fees: Government fee from AUD 190 (tourist stream) plus service fees.
What is the Australian Working Holiday Visa?
Australia's Working Holiday Maker program allows young travelers to live, work, and travel for up to 3 years. Two subclasses: Subclass 417 for ages 18-30 from countries including UK, Ireland, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan — no caps or government letters needed. Subclass 462 for ages 18-30 (some countries 18-35) from USA, China, Indonesia, Thailand, Argentina, and others — some require government support letters and have annual caps. What you can do: Work for any employer (6 months max per employer), study up to 4 months, travel freely. Extensions: Complete 88 days of specified regional work in agriculture, tourism, construction, or other sectors during your first year to qualify for a second-year visa. Another 6 months of regional work during year two qualifies you for a third year. Fees: AUD 640 government fee plus service charges.
What documents do I need for an Australian visa?
Requirements vary by visa type. ETA/eVisitor: Valid passport from eligible country, basic personal and travel details, payment method. Minimal documentation — often approved in minutes. Visitor Visa (subclass 600): Valid passport, completed application form, recent passport photo, proof of funds (bank statements showing approximately AUD 5,000), travel itinerary and accommodation bookings, employment letter or business ownership proof, evidence of ties to home country, and potentially health examinations (chest X-ray for some nationalities) and police certificates (for stays over 12 months). Working Holiday Visa: Passport, proof of age, evidence of funds (AUD 5,000), return ticket or funds to purchase one, health and character declarations, and potentially medical examinations. Some subclass 462 countries require government support letters. Work/Student Visas: More extensive documentation including qualifications, skills assessments, English test results, job offers, and comprehensive health and character checks.
How long can I stay in Australia?
Stay duration depends on your visa type. ETA/eVisitor holders: Up to 90 days per visit with multiple visits permitted over the 12-month visa validity. You cannot extend these visas or apply for more time — you must leave Australia before 90 days. Visitor Visa (subclass 600): 3, 6, or 12 months depending on the visa granted. Extensions possible in some circumstances by applying before current visa expires. Working Holiday Visa: 12 months total, extendable to 24 months (second year visa) or 36 months (third year visa) by completing regional work requirements. Student Visa: Duration of enrolled course plus additional time before and after. Work Visa: Varies by subclass, typically 2-4 years. Important: Immigration monitors cumulative stays. Frequent, extended visits on tourist visas may raise concerns about genuine temporary entry intentions.
Can I extend my Australian visa?
ETA and eVisitor: Cannot be extended. You must leave Australia before your 90-day stay limit. To stay longer, apply for a Visitor Visa from outside Australia. Visitor Visa (subclass 600): Extensions possible in some circumstances. Apply online from within Australia before your current visa expires. Extensions are discretionary and require demonstrating genuine reasons for extended stay, continued financial means, and maintained travel intentions. Working Holiday Visa: Cannot extend a single visa, but you can apply for second and third-year visas after completing specified regional work. Apply from within or outside Australia. Student Visa: Can apply for new student visa to continue studies. General advice: Never overstay your visa. Overstaying results in visa cancellation, potential detention, deportation, and possible 3-year exclusion period from Australia. Apply for extensions or new visas before current authorization expires.
Can I work in Australia with a tourist visa?
No, the ETA, eVisitor, and Visitor Visa (tourist stream) do not permit any employment in Australia. Permitted activities: Sightseeing, visiting friends and family, attending business meetings and conferences, conducting negotiations, exploring business opportunities, making investments, attending short-term training. Not permitted: Any paid employment, providing services to Australian businesses or individuals, unpaid work benefiting Australian organizations, selling goods or services. To work legally, you need: Working Holiday Visa (ages 18-30/35 from eligible countries), employer-sponsored work visa, skilled migration visa, or other appropriate work authorization. Consequences of illegal work: Visa cancellation, detention, deportation, and potential multi-year exclusion from Australia. Immigration conducts workplace compliance operations. Note: The Business Visitor stream permits business activities but not employment — there's an important distinction between business meetings and actual work.
Do I need to print my Australian visa?
No printing required. All Australian visitor visas are now electronic. How it works: Your visa is linked to your passport number in the Department of Home Affairs system. Airlines verify your travel authorization through the Advance Passenger Processing (APP) system during check-in. At Australian borders, SmartGate automatic processing reads your passport and checks your visa status electronically. Grant notification: You'll receive a Visa Grant Notification letter via email. Save this to your phone or print for your records if desired, but it's not required at the border. VEVO check: Use the Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) system to confirm your visa status anytime. Employers, landlords, and educational institutions also use VEVO to verify your visa conditions. Recommendation: Keep your grant notification email accessible and know your visa grant number and conditions, but physical documents aren't needed for travel.
What if my Australian visa application is rejected?
Australian visa rejections do occur, particularly for Visitor Visas from higher-risk countries. Common rejection reasons: Insufficient proof of funds; concerns about genuine temporary entry (immigration risk); incomplete or inconsistent documentation; failure to meet health requirements; character concerns (criminal history); previous immigration violations; inability to demonstrate ties to home country. If rejected: You'll receive a decision letter explaining reasons. Most visitor visa decisions cannot be appealed through tribunals. Options include: Addressing the concerns raised and reapplying with stronger documentation; applying for a different visa type if appropriate; requesting a formal review if specific criteria aren't met. Prevention strategies: Provide complete, consistent documentation; demonstrate strong ties to home country (employment, property, family); show clear travel purpose with detailed itinerary; provide ample evidence of funds; be honest about all circumstances. DoVisa service: Our expert review helps identify potential issues before submission. If your application is rejected due to our processing error, we provide full service fee refunds.
What are Australia's biosecurity requirements?
Australia has extremely strict biosecurity laws to protect its unique ecosystem and agricultural industry. You must declare: All food (including snacks, spices, instant noodles), plant material (seeds, flowers, straw items, wooden handicrafts), animal products (leather, feathers, shells, pet food), outdoor and camping equipment, sporting equipment, and items used in rural or outdoor areas. High-risk items often seized: Fresh and dried fruit/vegetables, meat and dairy, eggs, seeds and nuts, honey, untreated wood, hiking boots with soil, camping gear with dirt or plant matter. Process: Complete the Incoming Passenger Card declaring all items honestly. Detector dogs patrol arrival halls. Undeclared items caught during screening result in infringement notices from AUD 660, or prosecution for serious cases with fines up to AUD 660,000 and potential imprisonment. Tip: When in doubt, declare it. There's no penalty for declaring items that are cleared, but severe consequences for not declaring items that are found.
When is the best time to visit Australia?
Australia's vast size means climates vary dramatically by region. Southern regions (Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide): Temperate climate. December-February (summer) offers beach weather and outdoor festivals but peak tourist prices. March-May and September-November provide pleasant temperatures with fewer crowds. Winter (June-August) is mild but cooler. Tropical north (Cairns, Darwin): Two seasons — Dry season (May-October) is ideal with sunny days and comfortable humidity; perfect for the Great Barrier Reef, Kakadu, and Daintree. Wet season (November-April) brings monsoonal rains, cyclone risk, and stinger (jellyfish) season — some attractions close. Outback (Uluru): Visit April-October to avoid extreme summer heat (40°C+). Tasmania: December-March for hiking and outdoor activities. Major events: Australian Open (January), Sydney Festival (January), Melbourne Cup (November), Vivid Sydney (May-June). Book accommodation early during school holidays (December-January, April, July, October).
Can I bring my family to Australia on a visitor visa?
Yes, but each family member needs their own visa. Family tourist visits: Each person applies separately. Children need individual visas with appropriate documentation including parental consent if traveling with one parent. Sponsored Family Visitor stream: If visiting Australian relatives, they can sponsor your visa application and provide a security bond. This can help with applications from higher-risk countries. Working Holiday Visa: You cannot bring dependent children. Partners must apply for their own WHV if eligible, or potentially a visitor visa. Work visa holders: Most work visa subclasses allow including family members (partner and dependent children) in the application. Partners typically receive work rights, and children can access Australian education. Student visa holders: Can include family members. Partners may receive work rights depending on your course level. Long-term family relocation: Consider Partner visas, Parent visas, or family stream migration visas for permanent options. Processing times and costs vary significantly.
What should I know about Australian quarantine and border requirements?
Australian borders have specific requirements beyond visas. Incoming Passenger Card: Complete this card on your flight or at automated kiosks. Declare all food, plant, animal products, and wooden items honestly. SmartGate: If you hold an eligible passport (including US, UK, Canada, NZ, and many others) and are 16+, use automated SmartGate processing for faster clearance. Health requirements: Some nationalities require health examinations (chest X-rays, medical reports) before visa issuance. Check your specific requirements during application. COVID-19 requirements have been removed, but keep updated on any new health requirements. Customs allowances: Duty-free limits include 2.25L alcohol, 25 cigarettes, and AUD 900 of goods. Declare amounts over AUD 10,000 in currency. Prohibited items: Drugs, weapons, protected wildlife products, and certain goods face strict controls. Biosecurity: As noted above, declare all food, plants, and animal products. Australian border security is thorough — expect your bags may be X-rayed and potentially searched.
How much money do I need to visit Australia?
Financial requirements depend on your visa type and circumstances. ETA/eVisitor: No specific amount required, but you should have sufficient funds for your stay. Immigration may ask about finances at the border. Visitor Visa (subclass 600): Approximately AUD 5,000 in accessible funds recommended, though requirements vary. Provide bank statements from the last 3-6 months showing consistent balance. Employed applicants should provide employment letters confirming ongoing salary. Self-funded travelers need substantial savings evidence. Working Holiday Visa: AUD 5,000 in accessible funds required, plus a return ticket or additional funds to purchase one. Sponsored visitors: If an Australian resident is sponsoring your visit, they may provide financial support evidence. Budget guidance: Australia is expensive. Expect AUD 150-300+ per day for mid-range travel including accommodation, food, transport, and activities. Sydney and Melbourne are pricier than regional areas. Working Holiday makers can supplement funds through employment.
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