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Switzerland to Australia: Visa Requirements

Electronic Travel Authorization required

Switzerland passport holders must apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) before traveling to Australia. Applications are submitted online and approvals typically take 24โ€“72 hours. Apply only through the official government portal. The primary international gateway is Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) in Sydney.

Local currency: AUD (Australian Dollar) ยท Official language: English ยท Timezone: UTC+8 to UTC+11

Duration

Varies

Type

e-Visa

Visa Fee

AUD $20 (ETA)

Currency

AUD (Australian Dollar)

Language

English

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Sydney

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Melbourne

BNE

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Entry Checklist โ€” Australia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Official Source

Verify requirements directly with Australia's government website.

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Entry Checklist โ€” Australia

Before You Apply

  • Check your eligibility for an eVisitor visa (subclass 651) on the Department of Home Affairs website.
  • Ensure your Swiss passport has at least 6 months validity from your intended date of entry into Australia.
  • Have a valid email address to create an ImmiAccount and receive visa correspondence.

Application Process

  • Create an ImmiAccount on the Department of Home Affairs website.
  • Complete the online eVisitor (subclass 651) application form through your ImmiAccount.
  • Provide accurate information about your travel plans, including intended dates of arrival and departure, and accommodation details.
  • Declare any criminal convictions or health conditions, if applicable.

Documents Needed

  • Valid Swiss passport.
  • Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Australia. This could include bank statements.optional
  • Itinerary showing planned activities and destinations within Australia.optional
  • Evidence of onward travel arrangements (e.g., return flight ticket).optional

Fees & Payment

  • The eVisitor (subclass 651) visa is free of charge.

After Approval

  • You will receive notification of your visa grant via email. This is usually within a few days, but can take longer.
  • Link your visa to your passport using the Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) system.optional
  • Print a copy of your visa grant notification or keep it accessible electronically.optional

At the Border

  • Present your valid Swiss passport to immigration officials upon arrival in Australia.
  • Answer any questions asked by immigration officials truthfully and accurately.
  • Be prepared to provide evidence of sufficient funds, onward travel, and accommodation details if requested.optional
  • Declare any goods that may be subject to quarantine or customs regulations.

Visa Conditions

  • The eVisitor (subclass 651) allows multiple entries to Australia within a 12-month period.
  • Each stay in Australia must not exceed 3 months.
  • You must not work in Australia while on an eVisitor visa.
  • You must not undertake studies for more than 3 months.

Verify at

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  • Create an ImmiAccount on the Department of Home Affairs websโ€ฆ
  • You will receive notification of your visa grant via email. โ€ฆ
  • Link your visa to your passport using the Visa Entitlement Vโ€ฆ
  • Declare any goods that may be subject to quarantine or custoโ€ฆ

Updated Mar 3, 2026