Australia eVisitor Information
Comprehensive guide covering the scope, eligibility, validity, and application process for the Australia eVisitor. This information is provided for general guidance; please always verify current regulations with the official Department of Home Affairs.
Overview of the eVisitor
The eVisitor is an official Australian visa for citizens of 36 eligible European countries travelling to Australia for tourism, to visit family or friends, or for business visitor activities. It is granted by the Department of Home Affairs, the Australian Government charges nothing for it, and it is linked digitally to your passport, so no physical document or stamp is required.
The eVisitor permits multiple entries during its 12-month validity, with a stay of up to 3 months after each entry, though it does not grant the right to paid work for an Australian employer or to study for more than 3 months. Upon approval, travelers receive an email confirmation that should be retained for reference. Please note that while an approved eVisitor serves as your official travel clearance, final admission is determined by an Australian Border Force officer at the point of entry.
Validity & Permitted Use
| Validity Period | 12 months from the date the visa is granted |
| Number of Entries | Unlimited during validity period |
| Maximum Stay per Entry | 3 months |
| Modes of Travel | Air and sea (including cruise) |
| Issuing Authority | Department of Home Affairs |
Permitted Activities
- Tourism, holidays, and visits to family or friends
- Business visitor activities such as meetings, conferences, trade fairs, and contract negotiations, none of which may amount to employment in Australia
- Joining or travelling on a cruise
- Study or training of up to 3 months in total
Activities Not Permitted
The eVisitor is not a work visa. It does not permit paid work for an Australian employer, selling goods or services directly to the public, or study of more than 3 months in total. Travelers intending to work, enroll in a full-time course, or establish long-term residence must secure the appropriate visa before departure.
Eligible Nationalities
The Australia eVisitor is available to citizens of 36 eligible European countries who hold a valid passport from that country. It cannot be granted on a non-citizen passport, a certificate of identity or other travel document including a Titre de Voyage, or a British National Overseas, British Dependent Territories Citizen, British Overseas Citizen, British Protected Person, or British Subject passport. Please confirm your nationality against the active list on the official Department of Home Affairs website before applying.
Exemptions: Australian citizens are not eligible to apply and do not need a visa, while New Zealand citizens are automatically issued a Special Category Visa upon arrival.
Documents & Requirements
To complete an eVisitor application, the applicant must hold the following at the time of submission:
- A valid passport from an eligible country, valid for the intended period of stay.
- A current email address capable of receiving electronic correspondence.
- A valid payment method for the service fee.
Applicants under the age of 18 must be supported by an application submitted by a parent, legal guardian, or authorised representative. Family members cannot be included on one application; each traveller must submit an individual application.
Application Process
The standard process consists of three stages:
- Form completion: The applicant provides biographic details, passport information, contact details, and answers a short series of declarations.
- Lodgement: Our experts review and prepare your application, carrying out the eligibility checks and document verifications, then lodge your eVisitor application online with the Department of Home Affairs.
- Decision: Department of Home Affairs issues a decision typically within minutes of submission. Some applications may take several business days where additional information is required. The outcome is sent by email to the address provided in the application.
Tracking an Application
Applicants may check the status of a submitted application at any time using the reference number provided in the acknowledgement email. Status enquiries may also be directed to the Service eVisa support team.
Fees & Service Charges
| Government fees | No fees |
| Service eVisa fees | Starting at USD $89 per applicant |
| Expedited processing | Starting at USD $20 per applicant |
| Accepted payment methods | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover |
| Currency | Prices shown in USD; GBP and EUR equivalents displayed at checkout |
The standard rate of USD $89 per applicant is charged in a single payment by Service eVisa. Service eVisa fees cover case review by an advisor, corrections before submission and multilingual support. Full details are shown on the payment page.
Refusal & Appeals
The Department of Home Affairs may refuse an eVisitor application if the applicant fails to meet eligibility criteria, has a history of Australian immigration breaches, or holds a criminal record. There is no formal right of appeal against a refusal.
If an eVisitor is not granted, applicants may choose to:
- Lodge a new eVisitor application that directly addresses the reason for the initial outcome.
- Apply for a Visitor visa (subclass 600), which is available to all nationalities and evaluated individually by the Department of Home Affairs.
Where an application submitted through Service eVisa is refused, the service fee, which covers the review and processing carried out on your behalf, is non-refundable.