Visa Requirements for Australian Citizens (2026)

Yes. Australian citizens travelling to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program must obtain an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before departure. The ESTA costs $21, is valid for two years or until your passport expires (whichever is sooner), and allows multiple entries for stays of up to 90 days each. Apply through the official CBP website. If your ESTA is denied, you would need to apply for a B1/B2 visa.

Australian citizens need a UK ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) to visit the United Kingdom. The ETA is applied for online, is typically processed quickly, and allows multiple visits for stays of up to 6 months per entry. It replaced the previous visa-free entry for Australians. You cannot work on a visitor ETA. For work or study, you will need to apply for the appropriate UK visa.

Yes. Australian citizens require a visa to visit China. Apply at the Chinese Visa Application Service Centre in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, or Brisbane. A standard tourist (L) visa typically costs AUD 109.50 and takes 4-7 working days to process. You will need a completed application form, passport photos, proof of accommodation, and a return flight booking. China periodically offers transit visa exemptions for short layovers in certain cities, so check the latest policy if you are transiting.

Australian citizens can apply for an Indian eVisa online for tourism, business, or medical visits. The e-Tourist visa is available for stays of up to 30 days (single or double entry) or up to 1 year (multiple entry). Apply at least 4 days before travel through the official Indian eVisa portal. A 30-day e-Tourist visa typically costs around USD 25. Alternatively, you can apply for a traditional visa through the Indian Visa Application Centre (VFS Global) in Australia.

Yes. Once the ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) launches, Australian citizens will need to register online and pay a fee of EUR 7 before travelling to the Schengen Area. The authorization is expected to be valid for three years or until your passport expires. Australian citizens currently enjoy visa-free access to all 27 Schengen countries for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS will not change the length of stay allowed, only add a pre-registration step. Check the official ETIAS website for the latest confirmed launch date.

Australian passport holders enjoy visa-free access to most Southeast Asian countries. Thailand allows 30 days visa-free (extendable), Singapore allows 90 days, Malaysia allows 90 days, and Indonesia allows 30 days visa-free. Vietnam requires an eVisa (available online, valid for up to 90 days). Cambodia offers a visa on arrival or eVisa. Always check passport validity requirements, as most countries require at least 6 months remaining.