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Australia Passport & Visa Requirements

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Entry requirements for Americans: US nationals must have a valid passport for intended period of stay. Visa required, except for those with Electronic Travel Authority (ETA).

Entry requirements for UK nationals: UK nationals must have a passport valid for intended period of stay. Visa required, except for those with Electronic Travel Authority (ETA).

Entry requirements for Canadians: Canadian nationals require a passport valid for intended period of stay. Visa required, except for those with Electronic Travel Authority (ETA).

Entry requirements for South Africans: South African nationals must have a passport valid for the duration of the stay. A visa is required.

Entry requirements for New Zealanders: New Zealanders require a valid passport on entry to Australia. A Special Category Visa (SCV) is issued on arrival after completing a passenger card.

Entry requirements for Irish nationals: Irish nationals must have a passport valid for the intended period of stay. Visa required, except for those with Electronic Travel Authority (ETA).

Passport/Visa Note: An ETA is an electronically issued and verified visa, not visible in a passport. ETAs are issued to passengers travelling for tourist or business purposes. Tourist ETAs are valid for three months. ETAs are obtainable online at: www.eta.immi.gov.au or through most travel agents.


Note: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.

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