Who needs an ETA to enter Australia?

Obtaining an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) for Entry into Australia

An Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) is a mandatory requirement for citizens of certain countries who intend to visit Australia for tourism or business purposes. It grants travelers the permission to enter the country and stay for up to three months per trip.

Who Requires an ETA to Enter Australia?

Individuals holding passports from the following countries need to obtain an ETA before traveling to Australia:

• Andorra
• Austria
• Belgium
• Bulgaria
• Canada
• Croatia
• Cyprus
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• Iceland
• Ireland
• Italy
• Latvia
• Liechtenstein
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• Monaco
• Netherlands
• New Zealand
• Norway
• Poland
• Portugal
• Romania
• San Marino
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• South Korea
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• Taiwan
• United Kingdom
• United States
• Uruguay

Benefits of an ETA:

• Allows multiple entries within a year or the validity of the passport (whichever is shorter)
• Grants a maximum stay of three months per trip
• Facilitates tourism and business activities in Australia

Applying for an ETA:

ETAs can be obtained online through the Australian Government’s Department of Home Affairs website. The application process is straightforward and can be completed in a matter of minutes. It requires basic personal and passport details.

Validity and Conditions of an ETA:

ETAs are typically valid for one year from the date of issue. However, if the passport used for the application expires before the ETA validity period ends, the ETA also expires. It’s important to note that an ETA does not guarantee entry into Australia. Border officials have the discretion to deny entry to any individual, even if they have an ETA, if they believe there are grounds for doing so.