Electronic Travel Authority (Subclass 601)

The eVisitor visa (subclass 601) allows you to visit Australia as you wish in a 12-month period. It is mostly for those who will enter Australia in a cruise or as a business visitor.

COST There is no Visa Application Charge (VAC) however there is an application service fee of AUD20 to use the Australian ETA app.

DURATION This is a temporary visa. It is valid for travel to Australia for either 12 months, or for the period your passport is valid, whichever is shorter. The visa is granted with multiple entry.

You can leave and re-enter Australia as many times as you want while it is valid. You can remain in Australia for 3 months after each entry.

If you stay in Australia for long periods or make frequent visits to Australia, the Department may ask you about your travel purpose next time you enter Australia. If you are found not to be a genuine visitor, your ETA may be cancelled. The visa starts on the date it is granted unless you hold another substantive visa that is in effect.