🇦🇺 Australia: can you enter, and what do you need?
Updated 2026-07-16 · visa data: Passport Index snapshot · facts: mledoze/countries
Who can enter Australia
Of 198 other passports: 1 enter visa-free, 0 get a visa on arrival, 45 need an eTA, 151 an e-visa, and 0 must obtain a visa in advance.
| Passport | Entry status |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States passport | eTA required |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom passport | eTA required |
| 🇩🇪 Germany passport | eTA required |
| 🇮🇳 India passport | e-Visa required |
| 🇨🇳 China passport | e-Visa required |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil passport | e-Visa required |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines passport | e-Visa required |
| 🇳🇬 Nigeria passport | e-Visa required |
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Quick facts
Currency
$ Australian dollar (AUD)
Languages
English
Capital
Canberra
Calling code
+61
Ready to visit Australia?
📶 Internet in Australia
Roaming abroad can cost a fortune — a local eSIM installs before departure and works the moment you land.
🛡️ Travel insurance
Many countries expect medical coverage for the whole stay; hospitals bill tourists directly.
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Frequently asked questions
Can United States citizens enter Australia without a visa?
Almost: United States citizens need an electronic travel authorization (eTA), not a visa. Full rules →
Can United Kingdom citizens enter Australia without a visa?
Almost: United Kingdom citizens need an electronic travel authorization (eTA), not a visa. Full rules →
Can India citizens enter Australia without a visa?
Almost: India citizens need an e-visa, applied for online. Full rules →
How many passports can enter Australia without a pre-arranged visa?
46 of 198 passports enter Australia without arranging a visa in advance: 1 visa-free, 0 visa on arrival, 45 via eTA.