Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601)
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Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

20 AUD

Stay Duration

Up to 3 months

Renewable

No

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

No

This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Electronic travel document for eligible passport holders to visit Australia for tourism or short business visits. Valid for 12 months with multiple entries.

The ETA (subclass 601) is an electronic visa authority linked to your passport. It allows citizens of eligible countries to visit Australia for tourism or business purposes without needing a traditional visa stamp.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

6 months months

Eligible Nationalities

This visa is available to citizens of: AD, AT, BE, BN, CA, DK, FI, FR, DE, GR, HK, IS, IE, IT, JP, LI, LU, MY, MT, MC, NO, PT, SM, SG, KR, ES, SE, CH, TW, GB, US, VA

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

Eligible country passport with 6+ months validity

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Advantages

  • Low cost
  • Quick processing
  • Multiple entries allowed
  • Easy online application via app

Considerations

  • Limited to eligible nationalities
  • No work rights
  • No pathway to permanent residency

Application Process

1

Apply via ETA App

Download and use the official Australian ETA mobile app

2

Provide passport details

Enter passport information and personal details

3

Answer health and character questions

Complete mandatory declaration questions

4

Submit application

Submit through the ETA app

5

Receive ETA approval

Approval is linked to your passport

Application Forms

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Living in Australia

Cost of Living
1% cheaper than United States
Avg SalaryA$67,200
Quality of Life
190/200
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