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Visa requirements for visiting Australia

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Planning a trip to Australia ? Whether you’re heading Down Under for a short break or extended working holiday, you’ll likely need a visa. 

Here’s your complete guide to filling out your paperwork for a visit to Australia.

Do I need a visa for Australia?

Most visitors to Australia will need a visa, but the type of visa you apply for depends on your country of origin, how long you plan to stay in Australia and what you plan to do while you’re there. 

Most tourists must apply for either an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or a visitor visa before traveling. The exception is New Zealand passport holders, who are issued a Special Category visa upon arrival. 

Your passport must be valid for the duration of your intended stay. You’ll also need to ensure you have sufficient funds to cover your stay. Depending on your visa category, you may be asked for proof of this upon arrival. 

What type of visa do I need to travel to Australia?

The Australian Department of Home Affairs’ (DoHA) visa finder can help you determine what visas you’re eligible for based on your citizenship, your travel purpose and your intended length of stay. 

Here are the three main tourist visa categories:

For visitors from visa-exempt countries: ETA (subclass 601)

If you hold a passport from a visa-exempt country – including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada or Singapore – you’re eligible for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) . With an ETA you can visit Australia as many times as you like for tourism purposes within a one-year window, staying for up to three months per visit. 

Attached digitally to your passport number, an ETA allows for a simplified entry process into Australia. An application needs to be completed via the dedicated ETA app before you arrive and usually is processed within a day. However, it’s recommended that you apply for it a few days in advance to ensure you have the ETA in time for your departure. 

While ETAs are free, there is an application service charge of $20. 

If you’re already in Australia and you want to extend your stay, you will need to apply for a Visitor visa.

For visitors from European countries: eVisitor visa (subclass 651)

The eVisitor visa is free and available for passport holders from most European countries. It offers similar conditions to an ETA: Visitors can stay for up to three months for tourism purposes. It’s valid for 12 months, with multiple entries permitted.

You can apply for the eVisitor online. Processing time is usually within a day, but it’s recommended that you apply well in advance of your intended travel date in case of delays. This visa can’t be extended, so if you wish to stay longer, you’ll need to apply for a Visitor visa.

If you hold a passport from a country that’s eligible for both an ETA and an eVisitor visa, you’ll find the two options are nearly identical. The main difference is how you apply for them: ETAs must be applied for through an app with a fee of $20. There is no charge for eVisitor visas, but you’ll need to register for an ImmiAccount and apply online through a web browser.

For all other tourists: Visitor visa (subclass 600)

If you’re not eligible for an ETA or an eVisa and plan to visit Australia for tourism-related purposes, you’ll need to apply for a Visitor visa from outside Australia. This visa may be granted for up to 12 months and may be single or multiple entry. Conditions are determined on a case-by-case basis. A visitor visa starts at $190, but there may be other associated costs including health examinations, police clearances or biometrics, depending on your passport.

Although most visitor visas are processed within a few weeks, it can take longer in peak periods, so it must be applied for well in advance of your trip. Standard processing times change regularly and can be monitored on the DoHA site. 

Once you apply, you can track your application through your ImmiAccount. You may be required to submit additional information, so check your application regularly to provide any further details to keep the process moving.

How do I extend my visa to Australia?

Enjoying your stay in Australia and don't want to leave? We don’t blame you. 

Depending on your visa, you may be able to apply for a new visa to stay in the country longer. Visitors who are already inside Australia and wish to stay longer as tourists may use the onshore Visitor visa (also subclass 600) to extend their stay. 

Make sure you apply for your new visa before your current visa expires. If you’ve submitted your application before your current visa expires, you’ll be granted a free bridging visa until your new one is processed. 

What if I want to work and travel around Australia?

Working holidays are a popular option for travelers who want to fund their adventures and immerse themselves in Australian life and culture. 

Australia’s Working Holiday Maker program is available for visitors between the ages of 18 and 30 (and up to 35 in some cases) from 40 participating countries and jurisdictions around the world. 

There are two classes of visas available under this program: t he Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) and the Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) . Which one you apply for depends on the passport you hold. Both are valid for 12 months and cost $635, and both enable you to legally work while in Australia.

Many working holiday visa makers find that one year isn’t enough. Fortunately, you may be able to extend your working holiday visa for a second or even a third year. In order to do so, you’ll need to complete “specified work” in a “regional area” for a period of three months (for a second year) or six months (for a third year) first. 

This specified work is usually referred to as “farm work” in backpacker circles, but it’s a bit of a misnomer. It’s a common misconception that you need to head to the woop-woops (that Aussie for “middle of nowhere”) and pick fruit to complete your specified work. In fact, there are a range of approved industries the program , including tourism and hospitality, construction and bushfire recovery. Likewise, “regional areas” aren’t just found in remote rural areas; some major cities (including Darwin and Adelaide) are eligible post codes. So while you might find yourself harvesting bananas in a tiny town in tropical Queensland, you could just as easily find yourself serving tables at a luxury lodge in Darwin or working in a winery in the Barossa.

For more information on the working holiday visa program, you can also visit Tourism Australia’s dedicated portal. 

This article was first published March 2021 and updated December 2023

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Long Stay Visitor Visa

Long Stay Visitor Visa 

What is a long stay visitor visa.

This video highlights what it is and what is necessary to be eligible to apply for one.

Did you know you can apply for a visitor visa that is granted for up to 3 years in duration and allow you to stay up to 12 months each period? This visa is perfect for someone who has family in Australia and wants to spend a longer period than just 3 months on the standard e-visitor visa.

There are many different types of visitor visas that you can apply for. You have probably applied before for the E-visitor or Visa Waiver visa. These visas are very simple to apply for are granted for 1 year in duration and allow you to remain in Aus for 90 days each visit.

The other type of visitor visa is the – Subclass 600 visitor visa. Now, this visa has a few different types of streams (Tourist, Business, Family Sponsored etc.) Immigration can also choose how long to grant this visa for. So you can request to have this visa granted for any period you like. Immigration can then choose to grant you the visa for any duration they deem appropriate.

Long Stay Visitor Visa (Tourist Stream)

If you are looking to remain in Australia for as long as possible, I believe a suited visa for you may be a long stay visitor visa – tourist stream (Subclass 600).

This visa can be granted for up to 3 years. The visa will also allow multiple entries (meaning the visa holder can enter and exit Australia as much as he wants during this period)

Length of stay in Australia:

On this visa, the visa holder would be allowed to remain in Australia for 12 months in an 18 month period. Meaning if you spend 12 months in Aus, you must remain outside of Australia for the remaining 6 months.

The visa cost $145

Intention of this visa:

Please note, on this visa you will have absolutely NO work rights and you MUST BE ABLE to demonstrate to immigration that you can support yourself in Australia and that you will meet the Genuine Student Statement requirement.

Genuine Student Statement Requirement:

As part of the application process, the visa applicant must convince immigration that they intend to reside only temporarily in Australia and not apply for this visa in order to maintain ongoing residence in Australia.

Common Documentation Required:

You would attach the documentation in your immigration account once the application has been lodged to support your application. Recommended documentation is listed below:

Personal Documentation:

• Evidence of family members living in Australia
• Evidence of Property Ownership overseas (Houses/Cars etc..)
• Evidence of family overseas and home country (family book)
• Statement outlining his reasons for entering Australia and that he will only look to remain temporarily in Australia.

Evidence of Financial Support:

• Applicants Bank Statement
• Evidence of Applicants ongoing pension
• Letter of Support from Australian child/permanent resident outlining you will support your father during his stay in Australia
• Evidence of Australian child/permanent resident ongoing employment

The information provided today is general in nature, if you are looking to remain in Australia on a more permanent basis, you may want to consider other visa options.

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Visa Requirements for Australia

The most common visa for visiting Australia as a tourist is an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA). This allows most foreigners to stay in the country for three months at a time, as often as they'd like within a 12-month period. Some travelers can avoid the $15 service charge of the ETA by getting an eVisitor visa instead. This is granted only to those whose countries have strong ties to Australia, and takes longer to process. Other short-term visas include the standard visitor visa (available for up to one year) and working holiday visas, which are designed to let young tourists work temporary jobs while they travel. People from New Zealand don't need any kind of visa to visit their island neighbor.

As for longer-term stays, Australia offers visas for students and workers, as well as permanent resident visas to sponsored employees and family members.

Electronic Travel Authority

Most tourists—except those from New Zealand and who qualify for the eVisitor visa—must obtain an Electronic Travel Authority, better known as an ETA, to visit Australia for up to three months. Designed for those who do not meet the requirements of the eVisitor visa (which is only available to nationals of European countries), this is the most common tourist visa, available to citizens of the U.S., Canada, U.K., and the 30 other countries listed on the Australian Government website .

Visa Fees and Application

The ETA (subclass 601) is valid for tourism or business travel (including cruise ship stopovers) for up to three months, as often as desired within a 12-month period.

• Applicants must have a valid passport from an eligible country, meet the health requirements of the Australian Government   , and intend only to stay in the country temporarily.
• The ETA itself is free, but the service charge is about $15 (AUD 20)
• It must be applied for outside of Australia and can be submitted online .
• ETAs can't be extended. In order to stay longer, you must apply for another ETA or a different visa   .
• ETA applications can be submitted anywhere from a couple of days to a year in advance of your trip. Allow 72 hours for processing, but in most cases, you'll receive a response within minutes.

eVisitor Visa

More than 30 European countries, including France, Italy, the UK, Germany, Spain, and the Scandinavian nations qualify for the eVisitor visa (subclass 651)—essentially a free version of the ETA. Like the ETA, an eVisitor visa is valid for unlimited business or leisure stays of up to three months within a 12-month period. It can also be used for short-term study and training.

One major reason to apply for an ETA instead of an eVisitor visa is because of the processing time.

• In order to qualify, applicants must hold a valid passport from one of the qualifying countries and must not have tuberculosis or a criminal conviction.
• The eVisitor visa is fully free. No application fees or service charges are required.
• It must be applied for outside of Australia and can be submitted online.
• Whereas ETAs are typically processed on the same day, eVisitor visas can take anywhere between three days and several months to process. According to the Australian Government, 90 percent of applications are processed within nine months   . It's best to apply for it a year in advance of your trip.
• The eVisitor visa can't be extended.

Visitor Visa

The standard visitor visa (subclass 600) is a more comprehensive version of the ETA and eVisitor visas. It can be granted for three, six, or 12 months at a time, as opposed to just three   . It's good for frequent visits and longer stays on the basis of travel, family, or business.

The requirements and cost of the visitor visa—also called a "tourist stream"—varies by circumstance.

• Business visitors will only be granted three-month stays on the tourist stream, but family members may be granted 12 months.
• In order to apply, you must have a valid passport, enough funds to cover your trip, and an intention to leave Australia after the visa expires.
• The cost of the visa varies: Applying from Australia costs AUD 365 ($260), applying from outside of Australia costs AUD 145 ($100), applying for business or to visit family costs $100, and applying for the frequent traveler stream (meaning you can get unlimited three-months visits within a 10-year period) costs AUD 1065 ($760).
• In some cases, sponsors (i.e. family members) may be asked to pay an additional security bond.
• Processing can take from 10 days to four months.

Student Visa

Australia's student visa (subclass 500) is granted to people aged six and older for up to five years, depending on your enrollment   . Applicants must provide proof of acceptance into an Australian course of study, hold Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) unless you fall into an exemption category, and provide what's called a " welfare arrangement " (either a legal guardian who has a visa to stay in Australia for the duration of your studies or arrangements with your school) if you're under 18. The student visa costs AUD 620 ($445) and can be applied for online while in or out of Australia. It also covers any family members who come with you and allows students to work up to 40 hours per week while studying. It can take anywhere between one and four months for processing, depending on the circumstance. Student visas do not qualify for extensions. In order to stay for longer, students must apply for another student visa.

There are several different Australian visas on offer for prospective workers. Whereas the visitor visa allows non-citizens to stay in the country for three months on the premise of business, it doesn't allow you to earn a wage from an Australian institution like its work visas do. The three primary options are a working holiday visa, designed for travelers between the ages of 18 and 30 (35 for Canadian, French, and Irish nationals) to holiday and work in Australia for 12 months   , a temporary work visa for skilled workers   , and a permanent work visa, which requires employer sponsorship and grants permanent resident status in Australia   .

Only passport holders from the more-than-40 eligible countries (including the U.S., Canada, the UK, the EU, Japan, South Korea, Scandinavian countries, and others) qualify for the working holiday scheme. Each country is offered a certain number of slots, so applications are picked randomly from a pool.

Family Visas

Family visas are granted to partners, parents, children, and grandparents of Australian citizens and residents. There are more than 20 different types of family visas, from adoption visas to carer and remaining relative visas, and each of them has its own price and set of requirements.

For couples, the partner visa costs around $5,500 and requires proof of the relationship   . It must be applied for from within Australia and can take up to two years to process. The permanent visa offered to parents of Australian residents and citizens costs slightly less, $4,600, and must be applied for from outside Australia   . The Australian Government does not give processing times for the parent visa because of the possibility of capping and queueing.

Transit Visa

The transit visa (subclass 771) is good for short stopovers of up to 72 hours. It's free, can be applied for easily online , and requires only a confirmed booking and a valid visa. Travelers must apply and be granted the transit visa from outside of Australia before being allowed into the country. Some travelers—from a list of countries including the U.S., the U.K., much of the EU, United Arab Emirates, South Korea, Japan, and parts of South America—do not require a transit visa to travel through Australia. The visa can take between four and 15 days to process   .

Visa Overstays

According to the Australian Government, visa overstayers may be faced with detainment or removal from Australia, and may also be billed for the cost of said removal   . If you are discovered to have not held a valid visa upon leaving Australia, the government can also refuse to grant you a visa for up to three years.

Extending Your Visa

ETAs, eVisitor visas, and standard visitor visas are not able to be extended, but in most cases, you can re-apply for the same visa (for another fee). In the case of working holiday visas, a second and third visa (each valid for one year) may be granted to those who meet the requirements of farm work within the country   .

If you find that your visa has expired or is about to expire, you can also apply for a Bridging visa E (BVE) —an extension alternative. The BVE is free and allows you to stay lawfully and temporarily in Australia while you arrange for travel out of the country or wait for another visa to process   .

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Key aspects.

Cheapest and fastest visa for touristic purposes.

Visa Duration

12 months total, up to 90 days each visit .

Approval time

95% of tourist visas are granted within 24 hours .

If you are planning a visit to Australia for holiday, as a US citizen you will need an Australian tourist visa (also known as “Australian vacation visa”) .

A tourist visa for Australia is technically type of ETA (Electronic Travel Authority) visa: a visa that you simply apply for online without having to fill in a paper form or send in your passport to any embassy. This is why a touristic ETA permit is sometimes referred to also as “electronic tourist visa” or “e-tourist” visa : filling the Australian tourist visa form directly online is all there is to do .

To be able to apply for an Australian Tourist Visa you must be travelling to Australia for holiday or for visiting friends or family, and hold a valid passport.

In-depth information on Australian Tourist Visas

• Tourist Visas for Australia for American Citizens
• Australian Tourist Visa: How to Apply
• Tourist Visa Requirements for Americans
• Process and Processing Time of Australian Tourist Visas
• Duration and Validity of an Australia Tourist Visas

Types of Australian Tourist Visas (Alternatives to Australian Touristic ETA)

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A standard Australian tourist visa ( Electronic Travel Authorization ) authorizes visits of up to three months at a time and is valid for 12 months after the date of issue. Unlike traditional visas, there are no paper applications to complete, and you will have no visa labels or stamps in your passport. Instead, your tourist visa for Australia will be electronically attached to your passport.

United States’ citizens can apply for a tourist visa to Australia using their passport , and the passport number will then be linked to the visa. If you lose your passport or it is stolen before you enter Australia, you will need to re-apply for a new vacation visa.

Apart from the standard ETA tourism visa, there are a few more specific tourist visa types one can request in order to travel to Australia as a tourist: if you feel an ETA does not satisfy your needs, you will need to determine the most appropriate visa for you among other visa options.

The most common short-stay tourist visa types for Australia are:

• Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) – formally known as Australian Visa Subclass 601
• Work and Holiday Visa – formally known as Australian Visa Subclass 462
• Tourist stream – formally known as Australian Visa Subclass 600

Online Tourist Visa for Australia (ETA e-Tourist)

An e-tourist visa, which is also called an ETA, is a subclass 601 visa . You can use this visa to tour Australia, visit family or friends or study or train for short-term. Business visitors can also use this visa for short-term. An ETA tourist visa is a temporary visa that is valid for 12 months from the date of issue, and it is a multiple entry visa. For each entry, you can stay up to 3 months.

You can enter and leave as many times as you want as long as it is valid. However, the ETA cannot be extended: you must get another Australian tourist visa if you want to extend your holiday or stay longer for other reasons. U.S. passport holders who are planning trips shorter than 90 days are almost always immediately eligible for electronic tourist visas (ETAs) , which will be electronically matched to the traveler’s passport in the Australian immigration official databases.

More info on Online Tourist Visas for Australia (ETA) – updated for 2024:

• Both passport holders and travel agents can apply for ETAs.
• Overstaying a short stay tourist visa in Australia could lead to exclusion, detention and removal. If you plan to stay in Australia longer than 3 months per entry, please make sure you apply instead for the Long Term visa, subclass 600.
• Once you have your online tourist visa for Australia, you can use your e-passport at the SmartGate system when you arrive in Australia.

If you are not sure what tourist visa to apply for, we recommend you apply for this kind of visa .

Tourist Stream (Subclass 600)

The Tourist Stream visa is an alternative to the ETA tourist visa, but typically slower . Getting this holiday visa for Australia, you can visit family and friends, travel the country, and study or train for up to 3 months. This visa may be valid for between three months and 12 months, and you can request it for single entry or multiple entries. You can enter and leave as often as you want as long as the Tourist Stream is valid, but you may not stay more than 12 months during 18 months. This visa is also typically more expensive than an ETA and takes longer to process . Also, immigration office can request more documents from the applicant, for example a scanned copy of passport ID page or bank statement. In general, whenever possible we recommend applying for a Tourist ETA, for a faster – 100% online – visa release process.

Work and Holiday Visa Subclass 462

Getting a tourist visa for Australia also allowing you to work is possible: this is what an Australian Work and Holiday Visa is for , as this permits allows you to work during your stay in Australia, and to travel to and from Australia as many times as you want while working or studying.

With a work and holiday visa (often referred to also as “working holiday visa”) you can have the freedom to work to pay for your holiday, or study for up to 4 months . It is a temporary visa that is valid for up to 12 months from the date you enter the country. It cannot be extended. You can remain in the country up to 12 months, and you can leave and enter Australia as often as you like. Read more about work and holiday visas for Australia .

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Additional type-independent Australian Tourist Visa Information:

• Regardless of the type of 2024 Australian tourist visa or ETA you need, it is highly recommended that you get health insuranc e to protect you during your time in Australia. You will be responsible for any healthcare costs that you incur while you are in Australia, and proper insurance coverage will help reduce your financial liability.
• Visas are electronically linked to your passport. There is no need for stamps or labels .
• Simplify the process by applying for your ETA tourist for Australia directly online as soon as possible .

Australian Tourist Visa for US Citizens: How to Apply

U.S. citizens need visas to travel to Australia. An Australian tourist visa requested from the USA via Electronic Travel Authorization will allow you to enter Australia for up to 90 days at a time for a year from the date of issue. After the first visit, subsequent visits are at the immigration officer’s discretion.

Getting a Tourist Visa to Australia from the USA

In order to get a tourist visa to Australia from USA you must have a valid passport (valid for at least 6 months upon entering Australia in order to comply with the requirements of most airlines flying to Australia – even though not strictly required by Australian Immigration Office) and obtain your US tourist visa to Australia before arriving in the country.

You may also need to complete a medical exam depending on your condition (any medical requirement – if needed – will be specified during the online application process). Visitors may also need to provide financial information upon request to receive their tourist visa. Also in this case, any requirement – if needed – will be specified during the online application process .

It is easy to apply for a tourist visa to Australia from the USA online: simply choose the right visa for your needs and follow the instructions on-screen. Most visa requests are processed and approved instantly .

Australian Tourist Visa Requirements for Americans

The conditions and eligibility for visas can vary based on the type of visa. Most U.S. citizens are eligible for ETAs as long as they hold valid passports.

US Passport Validity and Photo Requirements

We strongly recommend that your US passport be valid for at least 6 months upon entering Australia . This is why if your passport is due to expire soon or during the time you will be travelling, you may need to get a new passport before applying. Australian tourist visa photo requirements are similar to passport photos. Please ensure your photos are accurate and current.

Documents Required to US Citizens for an Australian Tourist Visa

The document checklist can vary based on the type of visa requested: with an ETA, you will only need your passport, and the ETA permit will be electronically attached to your passport.

For other visa types, you may be asked for other identification, including the biographical pages of your passport, travel documents and the IDs of your fellow travelers. Other required documents may be requested if authorities are not satisfied as to your identity.

Funds Required for an Australian Tourist Visa

When travelling to Australia, you may be required to show proof of funds. This can include displaying a minimum bank balance on your bank statement, audits, taxation records or other proof of satisfactory employment and income. After the application is processed, in the rare case a bank statement is required by Australian Immigration in order to verify your bank balance, an immigration officer will contact you .

Medical Requirements for an Australian Travel Visa

If you are applying for a non-ETA Australian visa and plan on staying in Australia for more than 6 months, you might be required to complete a health check and a chest X-ray. This can extend your visa application process up to 20 days. You are more likely to be required to complete a medical test if you are from a high-risk area or are over 75. In these cases, Yellow Fever is the only vaccination requirement.

Australian Tourist Visa Age Limits for American Citizens

For US passport holders willing to travel from USA to Australia there is no age limit on tourist visas . Of course, anyone who is travelling to Australia without an Australian passport will need a visa on arrival – and for a child under 18, the ETA will be based on the child’s passport. This means children will need separate ETAs, using details from their passports (children who are on their parents’ passports also need their own ETAs, but the information from their parents’ passport will be used).

Process and Processing Time for Australian Tourist Visas

Visa processing time for an australian eta tourist visa (subclass 601).

The Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) is the most commonly used Australian Tourist Visa. The process can be completed online and requires no extra application forms, no visa labels and no passport stamps.

To be eligible for and maintain your instant Australian tourist visa, you must abide by specific conditions, including – in order:

• Being free of criminal convictions
• Passing a health check as required
• Departing within the required time period
• Not working during your time in Australia
• Not engaging in study or training for more than three months

In general, the Australian tourist visa processing time for a Tourist Stream Visa (Subclass 600) can take from 48 hours to more than a month . A Tourist ETA though – which is the most common type of tourist visa – has a much lower estimated waiting time, as it is much faster to process. An ETA e-visa for tourists can often be requested and issued just days before your planned visit . It is a 100 percent secure, paperless process, and the visa will be electronically linked to your passport just moments after it has been issued.

However, we always recommend to request your Touristic ETA Visa at least a few weeks before departure , to avoid any risk. Don’t worry though – with an ETA, you can also track your application online via an online tracking system.

Australian Tourist Stream Visa (Subclass 600) Processing Time

The amount of time taken for an Australian tourist visa to be processed can vary based on how promptly you supply the supporting documents, your response to requests for further information, how long it takes to verify your information and peak processing times.

Also, the Australia tourist visa process is quite straightforward:

• Check that your current U.S. passport is valid.
• Apply for your visa.
• Wait for verification of receipt.
• Wait for notification of your status.

If the Australian tourist visa procedure was successful, you will be granted a visa. You can keep track of your progress using the online Australia tourist visa tracking system.

The maximum processing time for a conventional Australian tourist visa (Subclass 600) is about a month , with the waiting time ranging from 20 to 33 days in the vast majority of cases. For fast-tracked visas or ETAs, the waiting time can be mere minutes or days, especially if you have all the necessary documentation to complete the verification time.

Finally, as far as Work and Holiday Visa Processing Times are concerned, we recommend you check the dedicated page on this site .

Duration and Validity of an Australia Tourist Visa

Tourist visas are valid for varying periods of time, depending on the type of visa.

The ETA is a 12-month tourist visa . It is a popular visa, but it is limited regarding the length of stay and only allows visitors to remain in Australia for 3 months or 90 days at a time . You can enter as often as you like as long during the one year the tourist visa is valid.

For a visit of longer duration or if you want to stay more than 3 months during any period, you will need a different Australian visa. The tourist visa stream (Subclass 600) has a length and duration that can vary based on the purpose of the stay. In most cases though, Australian tourist visa validity lasts at least 12 months .

As an example, the Australian e600 visitor visa is a 6-month tourist visa for Australia. It also allows you to stay in the country up to one year depending on the reasons for your visit. You can also enter and leave the country as needed as long as the visa is valid.

The subclass 870 visa instead is a longer-term 3-year tourist visa specifically designed for parents. With it, parents can stay in Australia for 3 or 5 years and no more than 10 years. This allows them to enter and re-enter Australia as needed to visit their stepchildren, adopted children or biological children more conveniently and affordably.

Whether you are planning an Australian trip that lasts 2 weeks, 90 days or even a year, there is a visa designed to suit your purpose. Check and apply online to find the right one for you or to explore samples of tourist visas.

There are several types of tourist visas in Australia that may apply if you do not qualify for a Tourist ETA or if the ETA does not suit you needs, such as a work and holiday visa or other types of Australian visas for tourism. Here they are:

Australian Work and Holiday Visa

Australian Tourist Stream Visa (Subclass 600 – Application form 1419)

The Australian tourist visa stream Subclass 600 (to which people apply using form n.1419) is a 6-month tourist visa for Australia. It also allows you to stay in the country up to one year depending on the reasons for your visit. You can also enter and leave the country as needed as long as the visa is valid.

Australian Visiting Academic Visa

The former Australia Tourist Visa 419 is closed to new applications for 2024 . However, the Tourist Visa Subclass 408 may be an alternative. This visa, which is also called the Temporary Activity Visa, allows you to participate in special approved programs, including:

• Gap year volunteer work
• Cultural enrichment programs
• Youth exchanges
• Community programs
• School language assistants

This visa is valid for up to 12 months.

Australia Tourist Visa 771 (Australia Transit Visa)

Also known as the Australian Transit Visa, this visa allows people to spend up to 72 hours in Australia to “pass through”. With this visa, you may not spend more than 72 hours in the country.

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about re-entering Australia with a tourist visa, about extending your stay in Australia as a tourist or about renewing your tourist visa while you are in Australia.

Is the Australian tourist visa multiple entry?

The Australian ETA is good for 90 days at a time, also allowing multiple-entries . This means that within one year sinve when the ETA Tourist visa has been issued you can enter, leav and re-enter Australia as many times as you wish – as long as each entry lasts a maximum of 90 days.

However, if your current visa is due to expire while you are still in the country, you will need to apply for an Australian tourist visa renewal, via a Long-stay tourist visa application .

What happens if I stay too long and my Australian tourist visa has expired?

Overstaying your stay with a tourist visa in Australia will result in your becoming an “unlawful non-citizen” – which can lead to detention and removal from the country. Worse, it could interfere with your ability to re-enter Australia on a tourist visa in the future. If you overstay your visa by more than 28 days, you could even become excluded and prevented from re-entering Australia on a tourist visa for as long as 3 years. Don’t do it.

Can I change my Australian visa once I am in the country?

No, you cannot change your visa type , such as an Australia tourist visa multiple entry, once you are in the country. However, you can apply for a further stay via the Long-Stay Tourist Visa, subclass 676.

What are my other options for extending my tourist visa?

Because the consequences of an Australia tourist visa overstay can be so serious, it is critical that you apply for a tourist visa renewal or extension as soon as possible and before your visa has expired . Applying online is fast and convenient.

• Extend your visa

If you are planning to travel to Australia with a ETA Tourst Visa, you must know that it is not legal to work with an ETA . ETA-visitors have no right to “work”. However, they can do volunteer work or engage in other business activities, such as business meetings, conferences or seminars . Of course, you can stay in Australia on your tourist visa while looking for work, but once you found it you should obtain a different kind of visa in order to legally maintain your work.

However, working on a “tourist visa” in Australia is fairly common – especially for those who wish to work to pay for their holidays. If you want to legally work in Australia during your holiday though you will need a special, dedicated visa – not an ETA. This visa is called “ Work and Holiday Visa ” (often referred to also as “Working Holiday Visa”).

You can do any kind of work or jobs while on a tourist visa in Australia. However, your Work and Holiday Visa must be used within one year of the date it is issued, and it will be active for 12 months from the date you enter the country.

A working holiday visa cannot be extended: if you choose to stay longer, you must apply for a new visa. Additionally, you cannot bring dependent children or other family members with you, and you must pay taxes from anything you earn during your tourist visa working days.

The cost for a work and holiday tourist visa is of $ 625.00 as of 2024, but additional costs may also arise, including costs for police certificates, biometrics and health checks. Processing time can take from 13 to 22 days but may take longer if more information is needed or for verification purposes. Private health insurance coverage is highly recommended during your stay in the country. Read more about Work and Holiday Australian Visas for US Citizens here .

• Apply for a WHV

According to Australia Marriage Law, you do not need to be an Australian resident to get married in Australia . You simply need the tourist visa (e.g. visa subclass 651) and you must file a Notice of Intended Marriage form along with any other requested documents .

If you are planning on getting married in Australia on a tourist visa, your celebrant can help ensure you meet all necessary requirements , including that you:

• Are not married to anyone else
• Are not marrying to a closely related family member
• Are at least 18 years old
• Freely consent to the marriage

Notice that if you plan to live in Australia after marriage, you might need to apply for permanent residency as needed .

In order to obtain your Australian Tourist Visa, you will need to pay an application charge when applying for your visa – plus all costs related to the visa release. The total Australia tourist visa cost can therefore vary based on the type of visa and when you apply. Both paper applications and e-visas such as ETA tourist visa costs must be paid online , and forms of payment accepted are credit cards and PayPal.

While there are no Australia tourist visa fees associated with the ETA, there is an online service charge of $ 69.00 .

The cost of a Work and Holiday visa is instead of $ 625.00 .

The visa application fee may change periodically: if the Australian immigration tourist visa fees increase between the date of the application and the date of the receipt, the new fee will apply.

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6 Month Tourist Visa: Australia

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Australian 6 Month Tourist Visa Application

Should you plan on visiting Australia for an extended stay (longer than 90 days), you will be required to apply for a long stay Australian tourist visa.

After the standard tourist visa (ETA visa), which allows for stays of up to 3 months (90 days) , there are other options available for stays of up to 6 months and stays of up to 12 months .

Australian Tourist visa for up to 6 months stay: What is permitted?

This visa permits you to stay in Australia (for the purpose of tourism) for up to 6 months at a time . (If you require longer periods of stay, you should choose the 12 month tourist visa option. If you plan to stay for 3 months or less, then the 3-month e-visa will be sufficient)

• Your 6 month tourist visa is valid for 12 months from the date it is issued.
• The visa allows for multiple visits, i.e. you will be permitted to leave and re-enter Australia as frequently as you like during this 12 month period.
• You may only stay for up to 6 months on each visit.
• You will not be able to re-enter after the anniversary of the date the visa was issued.

Requirements of a 6-month tourist visa

To be qualified to apply for a 6 month Australian visitor visa, you must agree with the following conditions:

• Your trip should be for tourism purposes – working is strictly prohibited!
• You must have the capacity to show proof of funds in your bank account that are sufficient to sustain you during the trip
• If somebody is providing accommodation we will require their details.
• You must not spend longer than 3 months studying while in Australia.*

* If you plan to study for longer than 4 weeks in Australia, you may be obliged to undergo a chest x-ray examination.

If you are over 75, you will be required to have medicals at an approved clinic

Note: If you have criminal convictions to declare, extra costs will be incurred.

Our Visa Application Support Service

Once we receive your online visa application, you will be allocated a named member of our team who will assist you through the process.

• Prepare a check list of suitable supporting information for your application
• Go though with you the detail and advise if anything requires amendment
• Prepare the presentation to Australian Immigration
• Advise on any queries that occur after the application is submitted

How long does it take to get a 6-month visa for Australia?

The typical processing for a 6-month tourist visa application is about 2 – 4 weeks from the time you supply all required supporting information (not from the date of the application).

If further Medical or Police Checks are required, then it will take longer. The exact time will depend on the exact pathway your application takes.

There will also be additional fees to pay if medicals or police checks are requested. These fees will be payable directly to the appropriate agencies.

If you are planning on travelling to Australia with a criminal record , the process is likely to take considerably longer, and it is likely that if you are granted a visa, it will be for a shorter stay than 6 months. If you do have criminal convictions, you need to follow the visa application process for individuals with criminal convictions

For further information of the travel visas options, read Australian Travel Visas

Criminal Convictions?

Australia has very strict rules regarding granting visas to individuals with Criminal convictions.  You certainly can’t use the standard visitor visa applications.

There are bound to be some delays, and additional costs, but you may still be eligible

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How and When to Get a Visa to Visit Australia

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US citizens can travel to many countries visa-free, but Australia isn't one of them. If you're thinking about traveling to Australia, you'll need to plan ahead and obtain valid travel documentation. Here's what you need to know before traveling to Australia as a US citizen with a US passport.

What Visa Do I Need?

The Australian government makes it easy to determine the visa you need with its Visa Finder website . This website asks three questions, the first of which is about the purpose of your trip (think: vacation, visiting relations, attending an event, doing business and seeking medical treatment, among others):

The next question asks the country of your passport:

And the final question asks how long you'd like to stay in Australia — either less than or more than three months.

Most travelers from the US will likely be eligible for an Electronic Travel Authority (Subclass 601) — also called an ETA — as I was for my most recent month-long trip.

This is because an ETA is available to US citizens visiting Australia for three months for reasons that fit into the following categories:

• Holiday or vacation
• Visit to see friends or family
• Select business activities such as general business or employment inquiries; investigate, negotiate, sign or review a business contract; or attend a conference, trade fair or seminar

Since most US citizens traveling to Australia will be traveling for one of these reasons (and, as a result, are eligible to apply for an ETA) I'll focus on ETAs available to US citizens with a US passport.

What Are the Requirements?

To apply for an ETA, you must:

• Have a valid passport from an eligible country (including the US).
• Apply while outside Australia.
• Wish to stay no longer than three months at a time (you must not study for more than three months, for example).
• Be free from tuberculosis.
• Not have any criminal convictions for which you have been sentenced for a total combined period of 12 months or more, whether or not you served the sentence(s).
• Have paid back any debt — of either yourself or your family — or arranged to pay back any debt to the Australian government.

How Much Does It Cost to Apply Online?

The ETA is free, but there is an online application service charge of 20 Australian dollars (about $14) per applicant. As US passport holders -- along with seven other nationalities -- must apply online, there's no escaping the online application service charge. The fees for my recent ETA applications coded as "Bills and Utilities" on my Chase Sapphire Reserve statement, so don't expect the fee to code as "Travel."

How Long Does It Take?

The Australian government says "processing time for this visa is not available" and that the visa may take longer to process if:

• You don't fill it out correctly
• It takes the Australian government additional time to verify your information

Most ETA applications are approved immediately, and those that need additional processing are usually handled within 24 hours. This being said, the Australian government recommends travelers get an approved ETA before booking any nonrefundable travel. Once an ETA is granted, it is valid for one year and allows multiple entries up to three months each.

How Do I Apply?

The online ETA application takes about five minutes to complete. To start an application, click "Apply for an ETA."

Step 1 : Select whether you need a Tourist ETA or a Business Visitor ETA, and certify that you are currently located outside Australia.

Step 2 : Enter your personal details, whether you have an alias, answer a question about your criminal record and enter your passport information.

Step 3 : Enter your address, phone number and email. Select whether you wish to receive communications by SMS and declare whether you hold any passports issued by other countries.

Step 4 : Confirm your information.

Step 5 : Pay the online service charge of 20 Australian dollars (about $14) using a credit card.

How Do I Check My Status?

Once you have submitted an online ETA application, you'll receive a response. The response may:

• Notify you that your ETA has been granted.
• Advise you that your application has been referred for further assessment. You can then check the status of your application after 12 hours by logging back into the ETA system and selecting the option "Check an ETA."
• Advise you to contact the nearest Australian visa office to make a new application.

My response came immediately in an email titled, "ETA Application for Australia [CLIENT-IN-CONFIDENCE] (PROD)" that confirmed my application had "been successful," my payment had been received, that I was now the proud holder of a "valid ETA for Australia" and that my ETA had been linked to my passport, so no additional documents would be required during the travel process.

What Do I Need to Print Before Travel?

Nothing. When your ETA is linked to your passport, it becomes available to both airline representatives as well as Australian immigration authorities. So, there's no need to print your confirmation once your ETA has been granted.

Other Questions

If you have other questions about ETAs, or other types of Australian visas, take a look at the Australian government's Visa Finder website . Questions such as how to combine multiple visa types if the purpose of your trip changes and what to do if you get a new passport are covered on the website.

Traveling to Australia soon? Here are some TPG articles that might be helpful:

• The Best Ways to Use Points and Miles to Fly from the US to Australia
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• TPG Readers' Best Tips for Flying Around Australia
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Australia Visa for Tourists in 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

Updated: February 23, 2024

Australia has a complex visa policy, but thankfully visiting Australia as a tourist is quite easy. Australia does not offer visa exemption, so all visitors must obtain a tourist visa. All Australia visa applications are done entirely online. 

Quick summary:

• There is no VISA-FREE access to Australia, everyone must hold either an ETA, eVisitor or Visitor visa
• ETA is available to 33 nationalities, costs 20 AUD, approved immediately
• eVisitor visa is available to 36 nationalities, free of cost and approved within a day
• Visitor visa is available to all nationalities, costs 190 AUD, processing takes 1-3 weeks 

In this article, I will summarize visa requirements, eligibility, and procedure for the four main ways to visit Australia as a tourist: the ETA, eVisitor, tourist visa, and transit visa.

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Australia visa requirements.

Passport validity required

Your passport must be valid for the entire duration of your stay to enter Australia as a tourist.

Entry requirements

All tourists coming to Australia must meet the following conditions:

• Must be free from any disease or condition that may be a burden to Australia’s healthcare system, such as tuberculosis.
• Must be a genuine visitor and obey the rules and conditions set by the visa.
• Must have a good character and not have a substantial criminal record.
• Must have enough money to finance your stay in Australia.

Visa Policy and Visa Types

Australia does not offer VISA-FREE access to any nationality. You would either need an ETA or a visa. The main tourist visas are summarized in the following table:

According to the Trans-Tasman Travel Agreement, citizens of New Zealand receive a free Special Category Visa (subclass 444) on arrival at any Australian port of entry . This allows them to live and work in Australia indefinitely.

All Australian visas are electronic visas. Visa information is linked to the passport number and verifiable online. 

ETA (Electronic Travel Authority, Subclass 601)

Australia ETA is available to nationals of 33 countries and territories listed below. In most cases, the ETA is approved immediately. For that reason, ETA is often considered a visa exemption or visa waiver.

• Liechtenstein
• Netherlands
• South Korea
• Switzerland
• United Kingdom
• United States of America
• Vatican City

The ETA application is entirely online and can only be applied using the Australian ETA mobile phone app. The app is available as a free download.

There is no charge to apply for ETA, but using the app itself costs a service charge of 20 AUD.

For more information, read the complete guide to Australia Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) for details on eligibility, required documents, the ETA app and the application process.

eVisitor Visa (Subclass 651)

The eVisitor visa is available to nationals of 36 countries exclusively in Europe.

The main difference between the eVisitor visa and the ETA is that the eVisitor requires more documents to be submitted, such as a bank statement as proof of sufficient funds. 

Most eVisitor visa applications are processed within a day. There is no fee to apply for an eVisitor visa. 

The success rate of the eVisitor visa is 98.5%, even higher than the ETA’s success rate of 97%. This means that if you’re eligible for both the ETA and the eVisitor, you can save 20 AUD by applying for the eVisitor as they are identical in all other aspects.

For more information, read the complete guide to Australia eVisitor Visa for details on eligibility, required documents, the application process and our personal experience.

Visitor Visa (Tourist Stream, Subclass 600)

The subclass 600 is Australia’s main tourist visa. It has several streams depending on the purpose such as tourism or business and whether you are applying from outside or within Australia. 

For this guide, we will focus on the visitor visa for tourism that can only be applied from outside Australia. 

Eligibility, validity and duration of stay

Visitor visas for tourism are available to all nationalities. 

Australia issues only eVisas. Therefore, the tourist visa is also an eVisa. The visa will be electronically linked to your passport. You can carry a print of the eVisa with you when you travel. 

Visitors visas are either single or multiple-entry valid for up to 3 years. On each visit, you are allowed to stay up to 3 months. 

Application process and documentation

Applications for tourist visas can be made online through the ImmiAccount portal.

The documents required for a tourist visa include any of the below. The actual documents required depends on a case-by-case basis. 

• Proof of sufficient funds, such as bank statements, pay slips, tax returns, etc.
• Proof of reasons to return home, such as employment letter, property ownership, family dependency, etc. 
• Proof of travel history such as previous visas and entry/exit stamps of the countries you have traveled to.

50% of applications get processed within a week and 90% of all applications get processed within 21 days.

The fee for the tourist visa is 190 AUD. 

For more information, read the complete guide to Australia Visitor Visa for details on required documents, biometric appointment, application process and our personal experience.

Benefits of an Australian visa

Australian tourist visa not only grants you access to Australia but also to many other countries. As of 2024, you can travel to 16 countries with an Australian visa. Read this article on VISA-FREE countries for Australian visa to learn how to visit these 16 countries.

Transit Visa (Subclass 771) 

Eligible nationalities can transit without a visa (TWOV) through Australian airports. For TWOV, you must meet the following conditions:

• Stay airside and not clear immigration
• Have your onward flight within 8 hours of arriving in Australia
• Hold a passport from the following eligible countries

TWOV eligible countries

• Marshall Islands
• New Zealand
• Papua New Guinea
• Philippines
• Solomon Islands
• South Africa
• United Arab Emirates

Transit visa requirements

If you already hold an ETA, eVistor or Visitor visa, then you do not need a transit visa. Rest must obtain a transit visa (subclass 771). The transit visa allows entry into Australia for short stays of up to 72 hours.

To apply for a transit visa, you must have a confirmed onward ticket to another country within 72 hours of arrival and the required visas for it. In addition to those, you may also require proof of adequate health insurance. 

For more information, read the complete guide to Australia Transit Visa for details on the application process, required documents, fees and transit procedure at the airport.

Visa Extension

Extensions are not allowed for any of the Australian tourist visas. You are allowed to apply for another visa while you are in Australia, such as the Visitor Visa (Onshore stream).

Certain conditions attached to your current visa may prevent you from applying for another visa while in Australia. The most notable one is Condition 8503: No further stay.

When applying for a new visa from within the country, a Bridging Visa is automatically applied for you. A Bridging Visa will keep your stay lawful while waiting for your new visa to be approved.

As a tourist, you will receive a Bridging Visa A (BVA) while you are waiting for your new visa. BVA expires if you leave Australia.

For more information, read the article on Australia Visa Extension for details on rules, conditions and procedures to extend your stay in Australia.

Entry and Exit Procedures

Australia has one of the most streamlined entry procedures in the world. Passports are not stamped on entry or exit. 

If eligible to use SmartGates, you can process your entry and exit without even speaking to a border official. 

SmartGates eligibility

To use SmartGates at Australian airports, your passport must be an ePassport from one of the following countries. 

You must check your eligibility to use SmartGates at the kiosks just before the gates. If eligible, you will be given a ticket. Then you must proceed to the SmartGates and follow the procedure. 

If not eligible, you will be directed to a border officer.

Other passports

All other passport holders must proceed to an immigration officer box. Answer any questions about your stay and intentions. 

Your passport will not be stamped. But if you need evidence of entry, you can request a stamp. 

Incoming Passenger Card (IPC)

All arriving passengers must complete and present a paper arrival card called Incoming Passenger Card (IPC). You will be given one on your flight to Australia.

Pay attention to the items you must declare. Australia has stringent biosecurity protocols and failure to declare even harmless items, may lead to fines and severe penalties.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can i stay in australia for 6 months as a tourist.

The eVisitor, ETA, and most Tourist Visas allow stays of up to 90 days at a time. You need to explicitly apply for a 6-month Tourist Visa to stay in Australia that long.

How many times can you enter Australia on a tourist visa?

The eVisitor and the ETA allow unlimited entries into Australia. Regular tourist visas can be either one or multiple entries.

How much bank balance is required for an Australia tourist visa?

Australian Immigration does not specify a minimum and it will depend on the length of your trip. A good rule of thumb is to have at least 4000 AUD per month of intended stay.

How long do you have to leave Australia for before returning?

There is no minimum time outside of Australia required. As long as you have a valid visa, you can go back whenever you want.

WRITTEN BY THIRUMAL MOTATI

Thirumal Motati is an expert in tourist visa matters. He has been traveling the world on tourist visas for more than a decade. With his expertise, he has obtained several tourist visas, including the most strenuous ones such as the US, UK, Canada, and Schengen, some of which were granted multiple times. He has also set foot inside US consulates on numerous occasions. Mr. Motati has uncovered the secrets to successful visa applications. His guidance has enabled countless individuals to obtain their visas and fulfill their travel dreams. His statements have been mentioned in publications like Yahoo, BBC, The Hindu, and Travel Zoo.

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How Long Does It Take To Get An Australian Tourist Visa

Published: November 8, 2023

Modified: December 28, 2023

by Bobina Bennet

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Planning a trip to Australia? One of the first things you may need to consider is obtaining an Australian tourist visa. Whether you are visiting the stunning Great Barrier Reef, exploring the iconic Sydney Opera House, or immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of Melbourne, having the necessary visa is crucial to ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to help you understand the process of obtaining an Australian tourist visa, including eligibility requirements, required documents, application steps, processing time, visa fees, and frequently asked questions.

Visiting Australia as a tourist offers a chance to experience the diverse landscapes, wildlife, and vibrant cities that make the country truly unique. The Australian tourist visa, also known as the subclass 600 visa, allows you to enter Australia for holiday purposes, visiting family and friends, or participating in short-term courses or conferences. It is important to note that this visa does not permit you to work in Australia.

Before starting the application process, it is essential to understand the eligibility requirements for an Australian tourist visa. Meeting these requirements will increase your chances of a successful visa application and ensure you have a fantastic and memorable trip down under.

Eligibility requirements for an Australian tourist visa

To be eligible for an Australian tourist visa, you must meet certain criteria set by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Here are the key requirements:

• You must have a valid passport from an eligible country. Check the Australian Department of Home Affairs website for the list of eligible countries.
• You must demonstrate genuine intentions to visit Australia for tourism purposes, such as sightseeing, visiting family or friends, or engaging in short-term recreational activities.
• You must have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Australia. This includes covering accommodation, transportation, and daily expenses.
• You must prove that you will depart Australia after your visit and have strong ties to your home country, such as a stable job, family, or assets.
• You should be of good character and not have any criminal convictions or visa cancellations in the past.
• If applicable, you must provide proof of health insurance coverage for the duration of your stay in Australia.

It is important to note that meeting these requirements does not guarantee the approval of your visa application. Each application is assessed individually, and the decision is based on various factors, including the completeness of your application, supporting documentation, and your immigration history.

If you do not meet the eligibility requirements for an Australian tourist visa, you may need to explore other visa options, such as a different subclass of visitor visa or a specific visa for your intended purpose of visit, such as a work or student visa.

Now that you have a clear understanding of the eligibility requirements, let’s delve into the necessary documents you will need to prepare for your Australian tourist visa application.

Documents required for an Australian tourist visa application

When applying for an Australian tourist visa, it is essential to submit the necessary documents to support your application. The required documents may vary depending on your individual circumstances and the visa subclass you are applying for. However, here is a general list of documents commonly required for an Australian tourist visa application:

• A completed application form: You will need to fill out the appropriate application form online, which can be accessed on the Australian Department of Home Affairs website.
• Valid passport: You must provide a copy of the bio-data page of your current passport. Ensure that your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your intended date of arrival in Australia.
• Proof of funds: You will need to demonstrate that you have enough financial resources to cover your expenses during your stay in Australia. This could include bank statements, pay slips, or any other evidence of your financial capacity.
• Travel itinerary: Provide a detailed plan of your travel arrangements, including flight bookings, accommodation details, and any planned activities or tours.
• Letter of invitation (if applicable): If you are visiting family or friends in Australia, you may need to include a letter of invitation from your host, stating their contact details, your relationship to them, and the purpose and duration of your visit.
• Employment verification (if applicable): If you are currently employed, you may need to provide a letter from your employer stating your position, length of employment, and your approved leave of absence during your intended travel period.
• Health insurance coverage: It is recommended to have health insurance coverage for the duration of your stay in Australia. Provide proof of health insurance, including details of coverage and policy documents.
• Character documents: You may need to provide police clearance certificates or other documents proving your good character and absence of any criminal convictions.

It is crucial to ensure that all documents are valid, up-to-date, and properly certified or translated if required. Failure to provide the necessary documents or submitting fraudulent documents may result in the refusal of your visa application. It is always advisable to check the Australian Department of Home Affairs website or consult with a registered migration agent for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding document requirements.

Now that you are aware of the essential documents, let’s move on to the next section to understand the steps involved in applying for an Australian tourist visa.

Steps to apply for an Australian tourist visa

Applying for an Australian tourist visa involves several steps. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth and successful application process:

• Check your eligibility: Before starting the application process, make sure you meet the eligibility requirements outlined by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Ensure you have a valid passport, sufficient funds, and genuine intentions to visit Australia for tourism purposes.
• Complete the online application form: Visit the Australian Department of Home Affairs website and complete the appropriate online application form for the tourist visa subclass 600. Provide accurate and up-to-date information in all sections of the form.
• Attach supporting documents: Scan and attach all the required supporting documents, including your passport, proof of funds, travel itinerary, and any other relevant documentation. Ensure that all documents are clear, legible, and properly certified if necessary.
• Pay the visa application fee: Once you have submitted your application, you will be required to pay the visa application fee. Payment options include credit/debit cards, PayPal, or other designated methods of payment.
• Submit your application: After completing the online form and attaching the necessary documents, submit your application. You will receive an acknowledgement receipt or reference number as confirmation of submission.
• Wait for a decision: The processing time for an Australian tourist visa can vary depending on various factors, such as the number of applications received and the complexity of your case. You can check the status of your application online using your reference number.
• Provide additional information if requested: In some cases, the immigration authorities may require additional information or documentation to assess your application. Make sure to provide any requested information promptly to avoid delays in processing.
• Receive your visa grant notification: Once your visa application has been approved, you will receive a visa grant notification via email or post. Review the visa grant details carefully, including the visa conditions and validity period.
• Prepare for your trip: With your visa granted, it’s time to start planning your trip to Australia. Ensure that you have a valid passport, travel insurance, and all necessary travel arrangements in place before departing.

It is important to note that the application process and requirements may change over time, so it is always advisable to check the official Australian Department of Home Affairs website for the most up-to-date information and guidelines.

Now that you understand the steps involved in the application process, let’s move on to the next section to learn about the processing time for an Australian tourist visa.

Processing time for an Australian tourist visa application

The processing time for an Australian tourist visa application can vary depending on various factors, such as the number of applications received, the complexity of your case, and the time of the year. The Australian Department of Home Affairs strives to process visa applications as quickly as possible, but it is important to allow sufficient time for your application to be assessed.

On average, the processing time for an Australian tourist visa is approximately 17 to 32 days. However, it is important to note that this is only an estimate, and the actual processing time may be longer or shorter in some cases. It is recommended to apply for your visa well in advance of your intended travel dates to allow ample time for processing.

During the processing period, the immigration authorities may conduct additional checks, including verifying the information provided in your application and conducting security checks. If any additional information or documentation is required, they will contact you to request it. It is crucial to respond promptly and provide the requested information to avoid delays in the processing of your application.

It is also worth noting that applications are processed in the order they are received. If you have urgent travel plans or require a faster processing time, you may be eligible to apply for the Priority Consideration service, which allows for expedited processing for an additional fee. However, this service is only available under certain circumstances and is subject to approval.

To check the status of your visa application, you can use the online status enquiry system on the Australian Department of Home Affairs website. Enter your reference number or transaction reference number to track the progress of your application.

It is advisable to refrain from making any travel arrangements or booking non-refundable tickets until your visa application has been granted. This will help to avoid any inconvenience or financial loss in case of visa refusal or unexpected delays in the processing of your application.

Now that you have an idea of the processing time for an Australian tourist visa, let’s move on to the next section to learn about the visa fees and payment options.

Visa fees and payment options

When applying for an Australian tourist visa, there are certain fees that you will need to pay. The visa application fee can vary depending on the visa subclass and the length of your stay in Australia. Here are the general visa fees for an Australian tourist visa:

• Visitor (Tourist) visa – subclass 600: The application fee for this visa starts at AUD $145 for a Visitor (Tourist) visa with a stay of up to 3 months. Additional fees may apply for longer stays or multiple-entry visas.

Please note that these fees are subject to change, and it is essential to check the official Australian Department of Home Affairs website for the most up-to-date and accurate fee information.

Payment for the visa application fee can be made using various methods, including:

• Credit or debit card: You can pay the visa fee online using a Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or other accepted credit or debit cards.
• PayPal: If you have a PayPal account, you can use it to make the payment for your visa application.
• Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT): Some Australian visa offices allow payment via EFT. You will need to provide the necessary bank account details to complete the transfer.
• Bank draft or money order: In some cases, you may be required to send a bank draft or money order payable to the Australian Government to the designated visa office.

It is important to ensure that you have sufficient funds available in your chosen payment method to cover the visa application fee. In case of insufficient funds or payment failure, your visa application may not be processed until the payment is successfully made.

Upon completion of the payment, you will receive a receipt or acknowledgment to confirm that the payment has been successfully processed. It is advisable to keep a copy of this receipt for your records and future reference.

It is worth noting that the visa application fee is non-refundable, even if your application is refused. Therefore, it is essential to carefully review the eligibility requirements and prepare all necessary documents before submitting your application to increase the chances of a successful outcome.

Now that you have an understanding of the visa fees and payment options, let’s move on to the next section to address some frequently asked questions about the Australian tourist visa.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Australian tourist visa

1. Can I work in Australia on a tourist visa?

No, the Australian tourist visa (subclass 600) does not permit you to work in Australia. It is strictly for tourism, visiting family and friends, or engaging in short-term recreational activities.

2. How long can I stay in Australia on a tourist visa?

The length of stay on an Australian tourist visa can vary. Typically, tourist visas allow for stays of up to three, six, or twelve months. The duration granted is at the discretion of the immigration authorities and depends on various factors.

3. Can I extend my stay in Australia on a tourist visa?

In some cases, it is possible to extend your stay in Australia on a tourist visa. However, extensions are not guaranteed and are subject to approval by the immigration authorities. You must provide valid reasons for the extension and apply before your current visa expires.

4. Can I include my family members on a tourist visa application?

Each individual must apply for their own tourist visa. However, you can include your family members on your application if they meet the eligibility requirements. Each family member must complete their own application form and provide the necessary supporting documents.

5. When should I apply for an Australian tourist visa?

It is recommended to apply for an Australian tourist visa well in advance of your intended travel dates. The processing time can vary, so it is advisable to submit your application at least one to two months before your planned departure.

6. Can I visit Australia for medical treatment on a tourist visa?

No, if you require medical treatment in Australia, you should consider applying for a different visa subclass, such as the Medical Treatment visa (subclass 602). This visa allows for temporary stays in Australia for medical purposes.

7. Can I study in Australia on a tourist visa?

If you intend to study a short course or attend a conference or seminar during your visit, you can do so on an Australian tourist visa. However, if your primary purpose for visiting Australia is studying, it is recommended to apply for a student visa (subclass 500) instead.

8. What happens if my tourist visa application is refused?

If your tourist visa application is refused, you will receive a notice of refusal stating the reasons for the decision. You may have the option to apply for a review or appeal the decision, depending on the circumstances. It is advisable to seek advice from a registered migration agent or immigration lawyer in such cases.

It is important to note that these FAQs provide general information and answers. Specific circumstances and visa requirements may vary, so it is recommended to consult the official Australian Department of Home Affairs website or seek professional advice for accurate and up-to-date information regarding the Australian tourist visa.

Now let’s conclude the article with a summary of the key points discussed.

Obtaining an Australian tourist visa is an important step for anyone planning a trip to this beautiful and diverse country. By understanding the eligibility requirements, preparing the necessary documents, and following the application process diligently, you can increase your chances of a successful visa application. Remember that the Australian tourist visa allows you to explore iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, and create lasting memories.

Ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements, including holding a valid passport, demonstrating sufficient funds, and having a genuine intention to visit Australia for tourism purposes. Collect and submit all the required documents, such as your passport, proof of funds, travel itinerary, and any requested additional documentation. Pay the visa application fee using one of the accepted payment methods, and submit your application online.

Be prepared for the processing time, as it can vary depending on various factors. Track the progress of your application using the reference number provided to you and provide any requested additional information promptly. Once your visa application is approved, review the details of the visa grant carefully, including the validity period and any specific conditions.

Remember that the information provided in this article serves as a general guide, and it is always advisable to check the official Australian Department of Home Affairs website for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding the Australian tourist visa. If you have specific questions or require further assistance, consider consulting with a registered migration agent or immigration lawyer for professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

Now that you have a clear understanding of the Australian tourist visa process, it’s time to start planning your adventure in Australia. Whether you’re exploring the vast Australian outback, relaxing on pristine beaches, or indulging in the lively city scenes, Australia promises to be an unforgettable destination for every traveler.

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How Long Can a Tourist Stay In Australia On A Tourist Visa?

Australia’s diverse landscapes, vibrant cities, and unique wildlife make it a dream destination for tourists and visitors from around the world. If you’re planning a visit to Australia, you might be wondering how long can Tourist Stay in Australia on a Tourist Visa. In this blog, we’ll explore the duration of a tourist visa in Australia and what you need to know about staying within the guidelines.

Tourist Visa Validity                                         

Tourist visas in Australia come with various validity periods, depending on your specific circumstances and the type of visa you apply for. These visas are typically valid for one year from the date of grant. However, the important factor to consider is the maximum stay period, which can vary.

Maximum Stay Periods

The maximum stay period allowed on an Australian tourist visa depends on several factors, including your background, the type of visa, and the discretion of the immigration authorities. Here are the common maximum stay periods for tourist visas:

• 3 Months: Many tourists are granted a visa that allows them to stay in Australia for up to three months. This duration is usually sufficient for a short vacation or visiting friends and family.
• 6 Months: In some cases, tourists may be granted a six-month stay. This extended duration is often given to individuals with strong ties to their home country, such as stable employment or family responsibilities.
• 12 Months: Tourists who have a compelling reason and can demonstrate their intent to abide by visa conditions may be granted a tourist visa with a maximum stay of 12 months. This longer duration is less common and usually reserved for specific circumstances, such as long-term travel plans.

Multiple Entry Tourist Visas

Most Australian tourist visas are multiple entry, which means you can enter and leave the country multiple times within the visa’s validity period. This flexibility allows tourists to explore other nearby countries and return to Australia during their trip.

• Extending Your Stay

If you wish to stay in Australia beyond the maximum stay period allowed on your tourist visa, you can explore options for extending your stay. It’s essential to apply for an extension well before your current visa expires. Extensions are typically granted for compelling reasons, such as family emergencies or unexpected events that require you to stay longer.

• Visitor Visa Conditions

While on a tourist visa, you must adhere to specific conditions set by the Australian government. These conditions include not working in Australia, maintaining valid health insurance, and not overstaying your visa.

• Overstaying Your Visa

Overstaying your visa is a serious violation of Australian immigration laws. If you remain in the country after your visa has expired, you could face deportation, fines, and future visa rejections. It’s crucial to plan your trip and visa duration carefully to avoid such consequences.

Applying for a New Tourist Visa

If you’ve enjoyed your stay in Australia and wish to extend your visit beyond your current visa’s expiry, you may apply for a new tourist visa. However, you must leave Australia before your current visa expires and apply for a new tourist visa from outside the country.

The duration of your stay on a tourist visa in Australia can vary from three months to twelve months, depending on factors such as your background and the type of visa granted. It’s essential to understand the maximum stay period allowed on your visa and comply with all visa conditions during your visit. If you need to extend your stay, explore the necessary options and follow the appropriate procedures to ensure a smooth and legal visit to this beautiful country. If you are looking for more such information or guidance regarding this issue, feel free to connect with RWICS, one of the best  Visa Consultancy services in Perth ! 

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Australia invites you to explore its diverse landscapes and laid-back culture! To begin your journey, you need one essential document: the Australia Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) .

Learn more on how to apply below.

What is the Australia Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)?

The Australia Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) is a temporary visa required to enter the country.

The application process is pretty straightforward. In some cases, Australian immigration officials may ask for further details by phone or during an interview.

What can you do with the Australia Visitor Visa?

With the Australia Visitor Visa Subclass 600, you can:

Engage in tourism activities, such as sightseeing, recreational activities, and exploring Australia's iconic landmarks

Visit family or friends residing in Australia

Study for up to 3 months

What can you not do with the Australia Visitor Visa Subclass 600?

Engage in paid work or provide services to a business or organization

Undertake a course of study that exceeds three months

Live in the country

Live in Australia for extended periods through frequent, successive visits

Enter Australia for medical treatment

Who requires an Australia Visitor Visa?

The Australia Visitor Visa is open to all nationalities who meet the following requirements:

You are not currently in possession of an Australian ETA (Electronic Travel Authority)

You intend to stay in Australia for a period that aligns with the terms of the Visitor Visa (typically up to three, six, or 12 months)

Your purpose of visit is either for tourism or visiting family or friends

You are outside Australia during the visa application and approval process

If you want to know if your nationality is eligible for the Australia Visitor Visa, use our handy Visa Checker Tool and apply instantly online.

Visa-exempt travelers

If your passport is issued by a country eligible for the Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) , you don’t need this Visitor Visa to travel to Australia.

Do minors have to apply for the Australia Visitor Visa?

Yes, children or minors from eligible countries must also apply for the Australia Visitor Visa .

When a minor applies, additional document requirements include:

Notarized Consent Form 1229, filled out by the applicant's parents, with the parent's national ID card, birth certificate, or a copy of their passport to support the form

The child's birth certificate

For unaccompanied minors, additional requirements may apply.

How long is the Australia Visitor Visa Subclass 600 valid?

Tourist visas are valid for 1 year after arrival and allow a maximum stay of 3, 6, or 12 months , depending on the applicant’s background.

This type of Australian Tourist Visa is a multiple-entry document , which means you can enter Australia as often as you like within its validity period.

Can I extend my Australia Visitor Visa Subclass 600?

Sometimes, it’s possible to extend your stay in Australia . Here are some examples:

If you are an Australian citizen and your parents want to visit you and stay longer in Australia, they can apply for a stay of up to 12 months as your dependents

If you have a tourist visa for 3 or 6 months and your current Australian visa is close to expiring, you can apply for an extension from within Australia to stay longer

Australia Visitor Visa Subclass 600: Required documents

To apply for this Australian Visitor Visa , you’ll need certain documents:

A copy of your current valid passport showing your photo, personal details, passport issuance and expiry dates, as well as any pages that have immigration stamps

A passport photo

National ID

Bank statements from the last three months

The Australian government may ask you for additional documents after you apply for a tourist visa, such as (but not limited to):

Documents proving you can support your trip during your stay, such as financial assets

Documents showing that you’re employed or studying in your home country

Travel itinerary or any evidence of planned tourism activities in Australia

Letters from your relative or friend in Australia inviting you to visit

If your documents are not in English, you must have them translated.

Australia Visitor Visa: Financial requirements

To apply for the Australia Visitor Visa Subclass 600, applicants may need to demonstrate their financial capacity to support themselves during their stay in Australia.

You can meet the financial requirements by providing the following documents:

Bank statements: Demonstrating consistent income or sufficient savings to support your stay

Tax records: This can indicate a stable financial background

Employment evidence: Including payslips, a letter from your employer outlining your salary, and the length and condition of your employment

Support from a friend or family in Australia: If someone in Australia will be supporting your visit financially, they can provide a letter of invitation or statutory declaration, including their financial documentation

Remember that every individual's circumstances can differ, and the Australian authorities may request additional documents.

The Australian government doesn’t fix a minimum bank balance for Australia Visitor Visa applications . The key to meeting the financial requirement is to show that you have adequate funds to support yourself during your visit. The cost of your trip can vary greatly depending on its length and nature.

How to apply for the Australia Visitor Visa Subclass 600

To apply for your Australia tourist visa with us, you only need to follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Fill out your contact information and travel details on our website or our easy-to-use iVisa app .

After the visa fee payment, you’ll receive a confirmation email with full instructions regarding your application and the next steps.

Step 2: Upload the supporting documents, complete the rest of the form, and submit your application.

Our experts will then review your application and check if you need to attend a visa appointment. We’ll schedule the appointment for you if required.

Step 3: Attend your visa appointment (if needed) and await the decision!

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What would make it easier for my australia visitor visa to be approved.

To approve your Visitor Visa, the Australian Department of Home Affairs evaluates carefully your financial situation. Therefore, you must have a regular income or financial incentives that will make you return to your home country at the end of your proposed stay.

Besides demonstrating financial or employment ties, the Australian government also evaluates if you have personal ties to your home country (such as studies, assets, or family), to prove that you'll depart Australia at the end of your authorized temporary stay.

Are there any COVID-19 entry restrictions or regulations for Australia?

What are th differences between the australia visitor visa (subclass 600) , eta (subclass 601), and evisitor visa (subclass 651).

The Australia eVisitor Visa (Subclass 651), Visitor Visa (Subclass 600), and the Australia ETA (Electronic Travel Authority, Subclass 601) are all travel documents that allow entry into Australia.

Still, they cater to different travel needs and have distinct characteristics:

eVisitor Visa (Subclass 651) : An eVisitor Visa is valid for up to 12 months, but it lets you spend up to 3 months at a time. An eVisitor Visa is not available for visitors from every country .

Visitor Visa Subclass 600 : This visa is for individuals who plan to visit Australia for tourism, business, or family visits. It allows stays of up to 3, 6, or 12 months.

The Subclass 600 visa has more flexibility and is open to all nationalities who meet the eligibility criteria. It’s designed for those not eligible for the ETA or eVisitor Visa or travelers who want to stay longer in the country .

• ETA (Subclass 601) : This is an electronic authorization for citizens of certain countries, including the United States, Canada, and many European nations.

It permits multiple entries, with each stay up to 3 months within 12 months. The ETA is typically used for tourism and short-term business trips. The process is quicker and more straightforward than the (e)Visitor Visa application.

Choosing between these two depends on your nationality, length, and purpose of stay.

Must I provide my biometrics for the Australia Visitor Visa application?

Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) will be requested for any applicant applying for a visa from a country included in the biometrics program. The list of countries is:

• Afghanistan*
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• New Zealand
• Papua New Guinea
• Philippines
• Republic of Korea
• Russian Federation
• Saudi Arabia
• Solomon Islands
• South Africa
• United Arab Emirates

*For these countries, applicants must go to neighboring countries to collect biometrics.

For further information about the Biometric Program for the Australia Visitor Visa application, check the Australia government website .

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If your visa application was denied or canceled, you must declare this when applying for future visas or a different one. The previous adverse decision will almost always affect your eligibility for future visas, and being honest is of upmost importance.

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I am taking my family with me. Can they be included in my application?

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Inform our team as soon as possible if you notice a mistake in your application.

They'll review the information before submitting it to the immigration department of Australia, so time is of utmost importance. Once we've submitted your application, we can't guarantee to fix the mistake.

Where can I read more?

• Australia ETA requirements for U.S. citizens explained
• Australia Visitor Visa for Vietnamese citizens
• Australia Visitor Visa for Russian citizens
• Australia Visitor Visa for Indonesian citizens
• Australia Visitor Visa for Fijian citizens
• Australia Visitor Visa for Nigerian citizens: Requirements and application process
• Australia ETA or Visa: Which One Do You Need?
• Australia ETA processing time: How long does it take?
• Australia eVisitor Visa or ETA for UK citizens: What's the difference?
• Australia Visitor Visa for Laotian citizens: Everything you need to know

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10 Countries With Long Visitor Visas for Travelers

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Every country in the world has different rules about how long visitor visas can be. There are some destinations where slow travel is easier than others.

Some countries are strict. China will require a detailed day by day itinerary of your trip if you want to stay for more than 30 days. If you want to visit Turkmenistan you have to sign up for an approved tour and book all of your hotels in advance. In Russia, you have to go through a complex application process.

In contrast, many other countries make it incredibly easy to visit. You can enter as a tourist with very little restrictions, and stay for a while on long visitor visas. This gives you a chance to take your time, travel slowly and really enjoy your destination. The following list features some beautiful countries where obtaining a visitor visa is relatively smooth and you’ll be able to stay for a generous amount of time.

Please note: The visas I am talking about in this post are tourist visas, NOT Working Holiday Visas. A visitor visa is a special travel document that you need to have in order to enter a foreign country (in addition to your passport, of course.)

If you want to find out where you can work abroad, please see our guide: Which Countries Offer Working Holiday Visas?

If you follow this blog, you might notice that I rave a LOT about Georgia. I love this somewhat obscure Caucasus country for a lot of reasons: the stunning snow-covered mountains, the delicious hearty meat dumplings, the crumbling houses with their ornate balconies, the vibrant art and culture scene… But another reason to love Georgia is its incredibly welcoming long visitor visas.

When you enter Georgia as a tourist, you can stay for up to a YEAR. Yup, you read that right. You can travel around this gorgeous country for 12 months , eating khinkali, bathing in hot springs and drinking qvevri wine on rooftop patios. The Georgians have a saying that a guest is a “gift from god” – so perhaps that’s why they generously give their guests so much time to enjoy themselves.

Who is Eligible for This Visa?

Here’s the list of 94 countries whose citizens are eligible for this long visitor visa , including all EU states, USA, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.

Lee and I ended up in Malaysia pretty randomly. We needed to book an ongoing flight out of Thailand, and tickets to Kuala Lumpur happened to be the cheapest deal on the internet that particular day. It’s a good thing we did, because we loved it and ended up staying for the full 3 months the long visitor visas allowed.

Malaysia is one of the most hassle free countries to enter as visitor. Rarely do they ask you where you are going or demand to see proof of funds or travel bookings. It’s super easy.

If you want to stay longer, you could take a quick trip to Singapore or Brunei for a while, then start the 90 day clock ticking again.

Lee and I met a guy who had lived in Malaysia for 30 years, simply hopping across the border and back into the country every 3 months. (While I would NOT recommend doing this, it’s kind of amazing and it’s hard to imagine something like that happening in other countries.)

Citizens of 63 countries are eligible for this long visitor visa , including all European citizens, New Zealand, Japan, USA, Canada, Australia and Iceland.

Ecuador not only has lush jungles, beautiful beaches and fantastic hiking trails – it also has a wonderfully lenient visa policy. Citizens of most countries will not need to obtain a visa before visiting.

When you arrive in Ecuador you’ll get 90 days visa free (other restrictions may apply to the Galapagos Islands). You also have the option to extend your tourist visa.

Ecuador is a great place to enjoy a slow, chilled out pace of travel. Whether you want to spend your 3 months surfing on the beach, enjoying city life in Quito or Cuenca or hiking in the Amazon – it’s worth taking the time to explore.

Citizens of every country in the world are eligible for this long visitor visa. There are certain countries whose citizens must apply for the visa in advance , including Afghanistan, Kenya, Nepal and Cuba.

As long as you don’t mind having the Van Halen song stuck in your head during your visit, I’d highly recommend spending some time in Panama.

Citizens of most Western countries can obtain a 180 day tourist visa upon arrival in Panama. Yup, that’s right. You can walk into Panama and hang out there for 6 months if you want to.

Panama City is beautiful, with cobblestone streets and historic colonial architecture. But you can also head to somewhere like Bocas del Toro and swing in a hammock in the sea breeze for a while. Of course, don’t miss the chance to see the country’s most famous engineering marvel – the Panama Canal .

Here is the full list of countries whose citizens are eligible to stay in Panama for 180 days . It includes all EU countries, Australia, Canada, USA, New Zealand, Brazil, Georgia and Mexico.

The Electronic Travel Authority Visa for Australia has replaced the previous more complicated visitor visa. It is a multiple entry visa that will allow you to enter the country unlimited times during the validity period of 12 months. You can stay in Australia for a maximum of three months on each visit. This makes it one of the more flexible long visitor visas on this list.

The visa does not grant employment rights, but you can do “business visitor activities” like making negotiations, attending conferences, etc. Studying is allowed on this visa.

If you’re below the age of 35 and from one of the eligible countries, you might consider an Australian Working Holiday Visa instead. This will allow you to stay for 12 consecutive months and get a job while you are there.

To apply for the Electronic Travel Authority Visa for Australia you must have an eligible passport. Here’s the list of countries whose citizens Australia allows to apply for this visa . The list includes Canada, Ireland, Germany, France, Greece, UK, USA and Malaysia.

Seychelles, a gorgeous tropical island nation in the Indian Ocean, is incredibly open for tourists. It is a “visa free” country which means that citizens from anywhere in the world can visit for up to three months upon arrival. It’s an exciting option to consider if you’re looking for destinations with long visitor visas.

Located about 900 miles off the coast of East Africa, the Republic of Seychelles has 115 different islands – many of which are uninhabited. Not only does it have long visitor visas, but it also features stunning beaches, jungles and mountains. Some truly impressive creatures inhabit these remote islands, including giant tortoises.

All foreign nationals visiting the Seychelles are granted visa free access – except holders of Kosovo passports who are not allowed to enter.

Albania is another beautiful country with long visitor visas of 90 days. This is great news, because this small European country is definitely worth exploring.

There’s the vibrant capital city of Tirana (with a beautiful lakeside park), pristine beaches along the south coast, cool museums and art galleries and plenty of archeological ruins. This makes it a very appealing option if you’re looking for places to travel with long visitor visas. Lee and I were there in the winter, but I’d love to head back in the summer and check out the stunning coastline.

Visitors from these 85 jurisdictions can enter Albania without a visa and stay for 90 days, including all EU countries, New Zealand, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, USA, Iceland and more. Also, any visitor who has a valid multiple entry visa from a Schengen country, the USA or the UK can enter Albania without a visa for 90 days (as long as the visa was previously used at least once.) And apparently, Americans can stay in Albania for up to a year without having to apply for a residency permit!

Imagine having 6 months to dine on fresh ceviche in Lima, attend a chocolate making workshop in Cusco, hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and venture down into Colca Canyon . The generous visitor visa policy in Peru makes it easy to travel this country as slowly as you like. From the Amazon jungle to the mysterious Nazca Lines to the floating reed islands of Lake Titicaca, there is enough to explore in Peru that the 6 months will simply fly by.

Note: According to Peruvian law, foreign visitors must have an onward ticket booked to leave the country. Your airline might demand to see your booking before you check in. They will accept a bus ticket or an airline ticket, so make sure you have it booked!

Citizens from 99 countries can visit Peru without a visa for up to 183 days, for tourism purposes. The list includes Argentina, Australia, USA, New Zealand, Canada, Mexico, Japan and all EU member countries.

It would be easy to relax on Fiji for a while – an island lined where thatched-roof bungalows sit on tropical beaches fringed with lush jungle. Beneath the crystal clear water you’ll find stunning soft coral formations and thousands of species of colourful fish. This idyllic getaway is also known for its top quality spas, world-class golf and luxurious resorts.

Or, if you want a more rustic experience you can also take jungle trek tours. Cruise down a river in a canoe, pluck ripe papayas from the trees and camp in the wilderness.

Citizens of 107 countries do not require a visa when visiting Fiji for up to 4 months. The list includes all EU countries (except Croatia) as well as Canada, Chile, China, USA, South Africa, Japan and many more. You will be issued a visitor permit on arrival and you may extend it on application for up to two months at a time.

The Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard is a completely visa free zone. Yes, you read that right. Everybody can live and work in Svalbard for as long as they want, regardless of country of citizenship.

Sounds great, right? The only downside is that it’s a tiny frozen town surrounded by polar bears and engulfed in 24 hour darkness for 6 months of the year. The cost of living is high and it’s pretty remote. It would be near impossible to find a job in this tiny village, but if you work online that wouldn’t be a problem. You can read more about Svalbard here . This reddit thread about what it’s like to live there is also pretty fascinating.

Everyone in the world. I know it sounds crazy, but it’s true .

PS. If you plan to travel for several months at a time in these countries with long visitor visas, make sure you take it slow and don’t try to squeeze too much into your itinerary . Long term travel requires a different pace than a shorter vacation, otherwise it can lead to burnout .

Kelly Dunning

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Peru only allows 3 months now. So how many other countries listed here rules have changed?

Immigration rules change all the time, you would need to update everything on a daily basis for all of the information to be current.

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Great article Kelly! But I don’t see a date or sources.

Exactly! No date. Super annoying huh?

Exactly! No indication of when it was published. Super annoying huh? And to make matters worse, when I tried to use the word “d a t e” in this comment it was blocked because I was told it had already been said. WTF? You can tell this is not a professional writer. Then again, she’s from Canada, so…

Hahahaha what does being from Canada have to do with it?

Some rando hater who has probably never been anywhere…..which means an American, typically….my countrymen are an embarrassment….americans are on the whole geographically ‘tarded….

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I have stayed in UK for 6 months of tourist visa. UK is not listed above.

ARMENIA provides 6 months tourist visas. Not listed above. A somewhat shoddy article.

This information not posted before…..

Hah! Agreed. I ran into the same problem. And she writes things like there’s a 90 day stay limit in Albania, but then adds “apparently Americans can stay up to a year without a visa”. As if it’s just an irrelevant afterthought with little importance and that doesn’t expressly contradict the info provided immediately prior.

In sum, shoddy indeed.

Because not all of us consider America particularly important maybe? Very useful article, thanks Kelly.

nice enough article but really outdated information, and frustrating to see comments so grateful and trusting. I travel full time- much herein is incorrect.

and Americans on the whole do not know the existence of any of these places, because they do not travel….the entire world has gone global with the exception of the US citizens….

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At the beginning of the article, you mention that China requires a day by day itinerary of your trip if you want to stay for more than 30 days. This is simply not true. You only need to show proof of your return flight, and where you’re going to stay (hotel reservation, family/friend’s address, etc). I have a 10-year tourist visa for China, and spent 2.5 years living there (doing visa runs every sixty days to Hong Kong). In all those trips, they only asked for my flight/hotel when I first applied for my visa at the Chinese embassy. They never asked for, or mentioned, a day by day itinerary.

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Australia has one the hardest countries in the world to get tourist visa unless you are from certain Western Countries or Japan, Korea etc. Yes Canadian, yankees and Brits can come here on a working holiday visa but it is not same for 2/3 of United Nation member countries. Not sure where you are getting these incorrect info from as I live here all my life and traveled to to 4 corners of the world

This looks at first glance to be good stuff. But before I could even start reading I couldn’t get past the fact that I saw no date of publication at the outset or top (or anywhere) of the page.

WHY, WHY, WHY do authors so often omit the DATE of publication on their posts, articles, blogs, etc??? It is maddeningly annoying and frustrating and simply terrible journalistic practice. The date of publication is almost always extremely important for readers for many reasons. This is especially true for an article and subject like this. Where laws and rules are notorious for frequent changes. So with the foregoing in mind, when was this article written and published?

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So many “haters” replying to this article. I think those of you who are so negative about a good broad-brush article need to find better things to do with your time. This article gives a good overview. Write your own article if you are unhappy with what you are reading, and stop perpetuating bitter, ugly behavior. There are ways to politely make suggestions. Rudeness is not required. Thank you for the article Kelly.

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Hi, I'm from India and I have applied for the Australian Business visa on the 4th of April. I have submitted the required documents - invitation letter from the company, payslips, bank statement, national Identity card, passport pages, entry and exit stamps from current and expired passports. But I haven't received any communication on this yet and it has been 15 days now. The status shows 'Received" and the only communication I got is the acknowledgement of submission and payment . I'm not sure if my application is missing any documents. Can someone guide me with their experience?

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Learn about visa requirements for entry to Australia for tourism purposes with this list of frequently asked questions. 

Please note this page is intended to provide general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Tourism Australia is not the Australian government visa granting authority. For information on visas to enter Australia, visitors should seek the most up-to-date information from Australian Government Department of Home Affairs .*

Ready to plan your trip? We're ready to welcome you! Here are some helpful tips for getting your visa sorted: 

• Be sure to secure the appropriate visa before travelling to Australia. Use the Visa Finder to explore your options.
• Ensure all details are correct and provide all required documents when you apply. An incomplete or incorrect application can delay your visa.
• Submitting multiple applications at the same time can slow the process. For visitor visas, submit one application per person, including children. 
• Questions? The Australian Government's Global Service Centre can help.

Australian Visa Information

Unless you are an Australian citizen, you will need a valid Australian visa to enter the country. New Zealand passport holders can apply for a visa upon arrival in the country. All other passport holders, regardless of age, must apply for a visa before leaving home. You can apply for a range of Australian visa types, including tourist visas and working holiday visas, via the ETA app or on the  Department of Home Affairs website.

There are different Australian visa types available for travellers to Australia. Knowing which Australian visa to apply for depends on the length of your stay, your passport and the purpose of your visit. You’ll also need to meet certain financial and medical requirements, be outside of Australia when applying and maintain health insurance for the duration of your stay. 

Electronic Travel Authority visa  (subclass 601) This visa allows you to visit Australia as many times as you want, for up to a year, and stay for three months each visit. This visa is available to passport holders from a number of countries and regions, who live outside Australia. A step-by-step guide on how to apply is  here .

All ETA-eligible passport holders must apply for an ETA using the Australian ETA app. Agents can assist you in the application process, but you must be physically present as a live facial image is required.

eVisitor  (subclass 651) This is a free visa for multiple visits to Australia for tourism or business purposes for up to three months at a time within a 12-month period. This visa is available to passport holders from a number of European countries and it cannot be extended.

Visitor visa  (subclass 600) The Visitor visa allows you to visit Australia, either for tourism or business purposes. It is open to all nationalities. Generally, a period of stay of up to three months is granted, but up to 12 months may be granted in certain circumstances. Applicants will have to pay a fee to submit their application.

The application process may differ depending on which visa you need.

You can only apply for the  Electronic Travel Authority visa  (subclass 601) through the Australian ETA app. A step-by-step guide on how to apply is located  here .

For other visas, you can apply online by creating an ImmiAccount and completing the application process. Be sure to submit your application well in advance of your travel date to allow enough time for processing. You may be asked to provide further supporting information. You will be notified in writing if your tourist visa is approved and it will be digitally linked to your passport. For more information on different visa types, and Australian visa requirements including how to apply for an Australian visa, visit the  Department of Home Affairs  website.

If you are already in Australia and hold a valid Electronic Travel Authority visa (subclass 601) you can extend your stay by applying for another visa, such as a Visitor visa (subclass 600). An eVisitor (subclass 651) cannot be extended.

See the Department of Home Affairs website for details.

Working Holiday Visas

Australia's Working Holiday Maker program allows visitors aged under 30 (or 35 in certain cases) who hold a passport from a participating country to travel and work in Australia. Working holiday visas are valid for one year, or up to three years if you meet certain conditions.

Find out more about working holiday visas here .

*Australian visa regulations (including visa application charges) change from time to time. The information provided here is valid at the time of publication, but visitors should check this information is still current by visiting the Australian Department of Home Affairs .

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Visa Revival: Brazil to Reinstate Visa Requirements for US, Canada, Australia in 2025

F rom the sultry rhythms of samba to the pristine white sands of its beaches, Brazil has long been a coveted destination for global travelers. However, jet-setters from the United States, Canada, and Australia will need to navigate a new layer of bureaucracy before they can bask in the South American sun starting from 2025. After a brief hiatus, Brazil is reintroducing visa requirements for visitors from these countries, marking a significant shift in its travel policy.

From April 10, 2025, a holiday in Brazil will come with an additional task on the to-do list for these travelers: applying for a visa. As per the recent announcement, tourists from these nations will be expected to provide comprehensive documentation, including bank statements, to secure their entry into the country. The cost of the visa is set at $80.90, a fee that paves the way for a decade-long, multi-entry visa, but limits stays to 90 days per year.

This development is not an entirely new concept for seasoned travelers. The United States, Canada, and Australia were once subject to a Brazilian visa regime until 2019 had needed visas. E-visas were introduced for just one year before the entire system was completely abolished, but now, Brazilian authorities have decided to reinstate these rules.

According to reports, those looking to travel will need to provide their last three checking or savings account statements or their previous six pay stubs, showcasing an average balance of at least $2,000. For those who don’t meet the financial requirements, a sponsored route is available, where a guarantor can vouch financially for the traveler.

The Brazilian government’s website further stipulates the need for a letter of intent, intent should detail the dates and purpose of the trip, as well as confirmed details of where you’ll be staying. Proof of residence in the US, and return tickets to Brazil (or, if not, a signed return declaration), and proof of income will also be required.

The processing time for these visas is expected to be an average of five working days, but a prudent approach would see applicants starting the process at least two months in advance of their travel date. This window is suggested to avoid any complications or delays that could disrupt travel plans.

Brazil’s decision arrives amidst a global trend of tightening travel requirements. Like the European Union’s ETIAS program, Brazil is taking measures to regulate visitor entry more closely. While the EU’s program involves an $8 fee and targets a broader scope of countries, both systems underscore a growing emphasis on security and documentation in international travel.

Travelers planning to jet off to the vibrant cities and lush landscapes of Brazil will need to mark their calendars and prepare their paperwork. For now, those looking to samba through the streets of Rio or explore the Amazon will have to add one more step to their journey—a step that is a small price for the rich experiences that Brazil has to offer.

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