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Australian eVisitor Visa for Citizens of the United Kingdom

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The Australia eVisitor visa for UK citizens is an online visa that allows British passport holders to travel Down Under for holidays and business trips, with stays of up to 3 months at a time.

The streamlined application system allows Brits to request an Australian eVisitor visa within minutes. The visa is then delivered by email within 2 business days at most.

This simple and convenient service saves applicants the trouble of going all the way to an embassy to deal with paperwork and is much faster than traditional in-person visa applications.

Travelers must simply meet a few basic Australia eVisitor visa requirements for British citizens to apply.

Do UK Citizens Need a Visa for Australia? 

Yes, British passport holders must have a valid visa to enter Australia.

For short-term visits for tourism or business purposes, UK nationals must have the eVisitor visa. It is quick and easy to obtain an Australian eVisitor visa for British citizens by applying online. It is widely regarded as the most convenient and efficient type of Australian visa to get.

The e-Visitor visa for Australia is valid for 1 year and allows British holders to make multiple visits during this time. Each stay can last up to 3 months.

The Australian eVisitor visa for citizens of the UK covers entry to the country for the following purposes:

  • Holidays
  • Visiting family or friends
  • Business trips
  • Transit on the way to a third destination
  • Study or train for no more than 3 months

To enter Australia for any other purpose or to stay longer than 3 months at a time, you will need to apply for a different type of Australian visa for British citizens. Inquire at an Australian embassy for more information.

Can British citizens apply for ETA to Australia?

No, British citizens are not eligible for the Australia ETA. This electronic visa waiver is available to citizens of around 10 countries outside Europe.

British passport holders can apply for the similar eVisitor visa for Australia instead. This electronic visa is available to citizens of EU and EFTA countries as well as the UK.

Like the ETA, the eVisitor application is done 100% online. Both types of travel permit allow multiple trips for up to 3 months and are valid for 1 year.

When applying online, Brits must make sure they apply for the Australia eVisitor visa (Subclass 651); not the Australian ETA (Subclass 601).

What Are the Requirements for Obtaining an Australian eVisitor Visa from the UK?

Travelers from the UK that are interested in applying for an Australian eVisitor visa must have the following items before beginning the application process:

  • A valid UK passport
  • An email address to receive notifications about the pending eVisitor visa application
  • Credit or debit card to cover the small Australia eVisitor visa processing fee

It is important to use the same British passport to travel to Australia. The eVisitor visa is registered to the passport used in the application and is only valid for entry to the country if this passport is presented.

If the registered UK passport expires, or is lost, damaged, stolen, or otherwise rendered invalid, the eVisitor visa also becomes invalid.

In this situation, you must simply reapply for a new eVisitor with your new passport before traveling to Australia.

Apply for an Australian eVisitor Visa from the United Kingdom

Travelers from the United Kingdom can easily apply for the Australian eVisitor visa for Brits by filling out a simple online application form with their personal details and passport information.

Required information includes:

  • Full name
  • Date of birth
  • Nationality
  • Passport number
  • Passport dates of issue and expiry
  • Contact details (current email address, home address, etc.)

It is important for travelers from the UK to double-check all their answers before submitting the Australia eVisitor visa form. Small errors, inconsistencies, and missing information can result in processing delays or even rejection of the application.

It is particularly important to make sure the information the applicant has entered matches that shown on their British passport, since discrepancies could result in the individual being denied entry to Australia.

How much is an Australian visa for UK citizens? 

The cost of an Australian visa for British applicants depends on the type of visa. Prices may also change over time due to government policy and changes in demand.

The online eVisitor visa is one of the most affordable types of Australia visa for Brits, with only a small processing fee to pay.

All transactions are processed by secure servers to protect client data. You will be prompted to enter your card details at the appropriate time during the application process.

How Long Does It Take to Get an Australia eVisitor Visa from the UK?

It usually takes up to 2 business days to process an Australian eVisitor visa application submitted by a British citizen.

Some eVisitors are processed sooner, while in rare cases it can take a little longer. Processing times can be affected by the current volume of applications received and if any errors were identified on the British applicant’s form. National holidays and weekends can also impact the total processing time that may be required.

Travelers from the UK are encouraged to plan ahead for their intended visit to Australia and submit an application at least 7 days before their date of arrival.

UK citizens that have been approved for an Australian eVisitor visa will need to take a printed copy of their visa with them when they travel. It must be presented to the Australian Border Force officials when prompted in order to gain entry into the country.

The Australian eVisitor visa for British citizens is valid for 12 months and allows multiple entries into the country. The maximum length of stay during each visit is 3 months.

Application Steps

STEP 1
Complete online application
STEP 2
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STEP 3
Receive approved Visa
Visitor Australia Processing time
1 - 2 days
Australia government fee
0 usd
Our service fee
49 usd
TOTAL
49 usd
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