Requirements for Australian Tourist Visas

The visa process in Australia is handled by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship. A tourist visa, also known as a subclass 676 visa, allows travelers to visit Australia for the purposes of tourism or recreation for a specific period of time, ranging from three months to one year.

Health Requirements

If you are over the age of 70, will be visiting a hospital in Australia, have visited a country with high tuberculosis rates or will be staying in Australia longer than three months, you may need a health examination to obtain a tourist visa. The Australian authorities will let you know if you need to complete this prior to arriving in the country.

Character Requirements

Certain people are barred from receiving an Australian tourist visa, including those who have an extensive criminal record or have an association with a criminal group.

Financial Requirements

In order to obtain an Australian tourist visa, you must prove you have the funds available to finance your trip. Bank statements, pay stubs or proof of credit may be requested after you submit your application.

Documentation Requirements

In order to submit your application for a tourist visa, you will need to provide a valid passport, a certified copy of your birth certificate and a recent passport photo.

Application Requirements

U.S. travelers may submit their application for a tourist visa online. If you will be staying in Australia for less than three months, you will not need to pay an application fee. Applications for tourist visas over three months require a AU$100 fee (Australian dollars).

Resources

• Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship: Tourist Visas
• Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship: Application Requirements (PDF)
• Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship: Apply Online