eVisitor Visa (Subclass 651)
The eVisitor Visa (Subclass 651) is a free, electronic visa that allows eligible passport holders from specific European countries to visit Australia for tourism or business purposes. It offers multiple entries over a 12-month period, with each stay capped at three months.
🛂 Key Features
Validity: 12 months from the date of grant.
Stay Duration: Up to 3 months per visit.
Entries: Multiple entries permitted within the validity period.
Cost: Free of charge.
Application: Must be applied for from outside Australia.
Processing Time: Most applications are processed within 1 day, though times may vary.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the eVisitor Visa (Subclass 651), applicants must:
Hold a valid passport from one of the eligible countries, including:
Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom (British Citizen), Vatican City.
Be outside Australia when applying and when the visa is granted.
Meet health and character requirements as stipulated by the Australian government.
Have sufficient funds to support themselves during their stay and to depart Australia at the end of their visit.
Intend to stay temporarily in Australia for tourism or business purposes.
🎯 Permitted Activities
With the eVisitor Visa (Subclass 651), holders can:
Tourism: Visit family and friends, or enjoy a holiday in Australia.
Business Visitor Activities: Attend conferences, negotiate contracts, or undertake short-term business visits.
Study or Training: Engage in study or training for up to 3 months.
🚫 Restrictions
No Work Rights: Holders are not permitted to work or provide services to a business or organization in Australia.
No Paid Employment: Selling goods or services directly to the public is prohibited.
No Extension: The eVisitor Visa cannot be extended. To stay longer, one must apply for a different visa.
🔍 Additional Information
No Physical Label: The eVisitor Visa is electronically linked to your passport; no physical label or stamp is provided.
Passport Validity: Ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your intended stay. If your passport expires, the visa becomes invalid.