Australia is a top destination for a wide variety of reasons. In particular, it is one of the top countries for tourism, short study courses, and business trips. Citizens of New Zealand do not require a travel visa to Australia.
All other foreign nationalities are required to obtain either an Electronic Travel Authority (eTA) or a Visitor Visa before arriving in Australia.
For passport holders who are not eligible to obtain an eTA, but there are many types of Australia Visitor Visas that can be obtained for a wide
variety of travel purposes. Australia Visitor Visas can be obtained online or on paper.
The Australia Visitor Visa is intended for applicants looking to stay for short visits, primarily for tourism, visiting family, taking short study courses, or conducting minor business activities. There are several types of Australia Visit Visa that applicants can choose from depending on the purpose of their trip, the duration of their stay, and the issuing country of their identity document.
The following are the main types of Australia Visitor Visas:
The requirements for Australia Visitor Visa will vary depending on the visa type. You should assemble the unique documents for your visa type before starting the application process. However, there are some general documents that will be required of all applicants.
The following are general documents required for all Australia Visitor Visa applications:
Almost all Australia Visa applications can be submitted online or on paper. Online applications can be submitted through the official Australian Government Office of Home Affairs website. Where you submit your application will depend on the visa type and your nationality.
Australia upholds very high standards of health. Most applicants will be asked to undergo a health examination and submit proof of their good health along with their Australian Visitor Visa application.
All applicants will need to include a valid form of identity such as a passport as part of their application. This document should be valid for the duration of their stay.
Nearly all applicants will need to submit biometrics information including fingerprints and a photograph. This information can be collected at an Australian Visa Application Center (AVAC) or an Australian Biometrics Collection Center (ABCC).
