Online Application - ETA Process:
An ETA (Electronic Travel Authority) is equivalent to a visa and there is no stamp or label in your passport and it is not necessary to submit an application to an Australian diplomatic office. You may directly submit your application online and it will be processed electronically (by the Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs of Australia). You will see the status of your visa application before leaving the internet ETA system.
To apply via internet for an ETA you will need:
› A current, valid U.S. passport for each traveler valid 3 months beyond intended stay, and
› A valid credit card (American Express, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard or Visa).
› Click here to access the on-line ETA application page. Simply select the Apply for ETA button.
› A non-refundable charge of AUS $20.00 will apply for ETA visa processing.
› Click here to read about any other Australian government visa requirements and ETA conditions. |
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To apply by mail:
Download from the internet a written visa application form.
You will need:
› A complete application form.
› A current passport for each person traveling.
› A recent passport sized photograph of yourself and any children over two years of age included in your passport.
› Include a fee of US $50 (as of 1 January 2004) payable by cashiers check, money order or credit card. Personal checks are not accepted.
› Include postage and handling fee of US $13 for delivery within the continental US. This fee can be included within your check or money order for your application processing fee. Please note: PO box addresses are not acceptable.
› Mail completed application, fees and required documentation to:
Australian Embassy, Washington, USA
DIMIA Representation/ Principal Migration Officer
1601 Massachusetts Ave NW
WASHINGTON DC 20036-2273
Phone: 1 202 797 3000 (Embassy) - Recorded information message 1888 990 8888
Fax: 1 202797 3100 / 1 202797 3040 (DIMIA)
Email Contact: dimia-washington@dfat.gov.au
WWW Address: www.austemb.org
Client Counter Hours: 0900-1100 Monday - Friday
Client Telephone Hours: 1000 - 1700EST Monday - Friday
Staff Office Hours: 0830-1651 Monday - Friday
› See the Australia Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs site for a list of all conditions/requirements for travel to Australia,
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