VISA-free entry or e-VISA? Who needs it to visit Australia:
The VISA requirements for visiting Australia depends on the Nationality of the Traveler and the purpose of the visit, please check the official portal here:
➜ Explore VISA options for attending a conference: homeaffairs.gov.au
Important information
All ETA-eligible passport holders must apply for an ETA using the Australian ETA app, otherwise please check Subclasses below. For more information, see the step by step guide. If you are unable to use the app, you can apply online through ImmiAccount for another VISA that suits your needs.
GOOD TO KNOW
- Applicants that take part in a conference or trade fair can’t be paid by the organizers to take part.
- Criterias to be met, including:
➜ Check if you need an ETA depending on your Nationality
| Country | VISA |
|---|---|
| Algeria | Subclass 600 |
| Armenia | Subclass 600 |
| Australia | None required |
| Austria | ETA |
| Belgium | ETA |
| Benin | Subclass 600 |
| Bosnia & Herzegovina | Subclass 600 |
| Brazil | Subclass 600 |
| Burkina Faso | Subclass 600 |
| Canada | ETA |
| Chile | Subclass 600 |
| China | Subclass 600 |
| Cote d’Ivoire | Subclass 600 |
| Denmark | ETA |
| Egypt | Subclass 600 |
| Estonia | Subclass 600 |
| France | ETA |
| Germany | ETA |
| Greece | ETA |
| Hong Kong | ETA |
| Iraq | Subclass 600 |
| Ireland | ETA |
| Italy | ETA |
| Ivory Coast | Subclass 600 |
| Japan | ETA |
| Jordan | Subclass 600 |
| Kenya | Subclass 600 |
| Korea South | Subclass 600 |
| Kuwait | Subclass 600 |
| Latvia | Subclass 600 |
| Madagascar | Subclass 600 |
| Malaysia | ETA |
| Mali | Subclass 600 |
| Mexico | Subclass 600 |
| Morocco | Subclass 600 |
| Netherlands | ETA |
| Nigeria | Subclass 600 |
| Norway | ETA |
| Pakistan | Subclass 600 |
| Phillipines | Subclass 600 |
| Poland | Subclass 600 |
| Qatar | Subclass 600 |
| Russia | Subclass 600 |
| Rwanda | Subclass 600 |
| Saudi Arabia | Subclass 600 |
| Singapore | ETA |
| Slovenia | Subclass 600 |
| South Africa | Subclass 600 |
| Spain | ETA |
| Sudan | Subclass 600 |
| Sweden | ETA |
| Switzerland | ETA |
| Syria | Subclass 600 |
| Taiwan | ETA |
| Tanzania | Subclass 600 |
| Turkey | Subclass 600 |
| United Arab Emirates | Subclass 600 |
| United Kingdom | ETA |
| United States of America | ETA |
| Zaire | Subclass 600 |
DOWNLOAD APP FOR ANDROID OR APPLE:
➜ You may find help on how to use it here (PDF)
VISA PROCESSING TIME:
➜ Check here, it can vary from 1 day for eVisa to 30 days in other cases.
Subclass 601 — ETA
- For eligible passport holders (on this list), is usually approved quite quickly (a week max).
- Other conditions
- Stay up to 3 months at a time
- Costs: AUD$20
Subclass 600 — Visitor (Business Stream)
- For all other countries, is approved between 1 and 3 weeks.
- Stay up to 3 months at a time
- Costs: AUD$195
Other VISA
Subclass 651 — eVisitor (for tourism only, not if you attend the conference)
- For eligible passport holders (on this list), is usually approved quite quickly (a week max).
- Stay up to 3 months at a time
- Costs: Free
ASSISTANCE
We have linked for you two companies that can help with obtaining a VISA in case of difficulties:
Before you travel
Check your travel documents
You must have:
- a valid visa to enter Australia
- a valid passport or other travel document.
Your ETA is electronically linked to the passport you used to apply for your ETA. You must enter Australia using the same passport. If this passport expires or you get a new passport:
- your ETA will cease
- you must apply for a new ETA.
At the border
Complete an Incoming Passenger Card
Everyone who arrives in Australia must complete an Incoming Passenger Card (example).
Use the SmartGate
A SmartGate is an automated process that uses facial recognition technology and your ePassport. You might be able to leave the airport faster if you use SmartGate.