eVisitor Visa
(Subclass 651)
The eVisitor visa 651 is designed for individuals seeking to visit Australia either for tourism or business purposes. With this visa, you can visit Australia as often as you wish in a 12-month period. Stay up to 3 months each time you enter Australia with multiple entries. You can apply for this visa online via ImmiAccount. Whether you’re planning to explore the vibrant landscapes, connect with family and friends, or engage in business activities, the eVisitor visa Australia provides a convenient avenue for your visit. Take advantage of the ease and simplicity of the application process to experience the diverse attractions and opportunities that Australia has to offer within the specified time frame. There is no application fee for this visa.
The eVisitor visa is available to individuals who meet the following criteria:
Temporary Visit Intentions:
The applicant should have the intention to visit Australia for temporary purposes, specifically for tourism or business visitor activities.
Location:
Applicants must be outside Australia at the time of application.
Eligible Passport:
The individual must hold a passport that is eligible for an eVisitor visa.
Health Requirement:
Entry to Australia is contingent on being free from tuberculosis upon arrival
Criminal Record:
Applicants should not have been convicted of an offence or offences for which the total sentence is more than 12 months, whether or not the sentence has been served
eVisitor Visa Requirements
To be eligible for an eVisitor visa 651, you should fulfill the following conditions:
Location:
You must be outside Australia at the time of application.
Passport Eligibility:
The applicant should be a passport holder of a specific country.
eVisitor-Eligible Passports
The eVisitor visa is available to citizens holding passports from the following countries: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Republic of San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom – British Citizen (Individuals holding passports categorized as British National Overseas, British Dependent Territories Citizen, British Overseas Citizen, British Protected Person, or British Subject are not eligible to apply for the eVisitor visa), Vatican City.
Health Requirements
Meeting specific health requirements is imperative for obtaining the eVisitor visa 651. Individuals with active tuberculosis may face restrictions on entering Australia. Additionally, it’s crucial to note that you are personally responsible for covering all health-related expenses during your stay in Australia. Australia’s national health scheme, Medicare, does not provide coverage unless your country has a reciprocal health care agreement with Australia.
Criminal Convictions for Visa Eligibility
Individuals with one or more criminal convictions totaling 12 months or more, whether served or not, will be ineligible for entry to Australia while holding an eVisitor. If you have any criminal conviction in any country, it might be more suitable for you to consider applying for a Visitor visa (subclass 600) rather than pursuing an eVisitor.