Australia/Electronic Travel Authority (ETA)

Australia ETA (Electronic Travel Authority) Requirements

Complete guide to Australia ETA (subclass 601) for eligible passport holders from select countries.

Processing: Instant to 12 hours for most applicants

Fee: AUD 20

Last verified: January 2026

Updated: 27 January 2026

Verified: January 2026

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Overview

The Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) is an electronic visa for citizens of eligible countries. It's the fastest way to get permission to visit Australia for tourism or business.

Eligible passport holders include: - Brunei, Canada, Hong Kong SAR, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, USA - Most European countries (passport holders)

Not eligible: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Philippines, and most Asian/African countries must apply for Visitor Visa (subclass 600) instead.

The ETA is applied for through the Australian ETA app and is usually approved within minutes.

Eligibility Requirements

Hold passport from an ETA-eligible country
Applying from outside Australia
Have no criminal convictions
Meet health requirements
Genuine visitor (tourist or business)
Not intending to work

Required Documents

Eligible Passport

Required

Valid passport from ETA-eligible country

Smartphone with NFC

Required

To use Australian ETA app and scan passport

Email Address

Required

For visa grant notification

Payment Method

Required

Credit/debit card for AUD 20 service fee

Application Steps

Download Australian ETA App

Get app from Apple App Store or Google Play Store

Scan Passport

Use NFC to read passport chip or manually enter details

Complete Questions

Answer character and health questions

Pay Service Fee

Pay AUD 20 via credit/debit card

Receive ETA

Usually approved within minutes

Visa Fees

Type	Amount	Note
ETA Service Charge	AUD 20	-

Frequently Asked Questions

Which countries are eligible for Australia ETA?

USA, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Hong Kong SAR, Taiwan, and most EU countries. Check the full list on the Home Affairs website.

How long can I stay with an ETA?

Up to 3 months per visit. The ETA is valid for 12 months with multiple entries allowed.

Can Indian citizens apply for ETA?

No. Indian citizens must apply for Visitor Visa (subclass 600). ETA is only for select passport holders.

How do I apply for Australia ETA?

Download the official Australian ETA app from Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Scan your passport using NFC, answer questions, and pay AUD 20. Approval is usually instant.

Can I work or study on Australia ETA?

You cannot work on an ETA. You may study for up to 3 months as part of your visit, but longer study requires a student visa.

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Processing Time

Instant to 12 hours for most applicants

Standard processing

Important

Requirements may change. Always verify current requirements with the official embassy or consulate website before applying.

Official Sources

This information is based on the following official sources. Always verify with these sources before submitting applications.

ETA Official Page

Official ETA information

immi.homeaffairs.gov.auOfficial

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