Travel corridorAustralia visa requirements for citizens of United Kingdom.
No visa — but citizens of the United Kingdom typically need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) for Australia, applied for online before travel; stays of up to 90 days are typically allowed.
eVisitor (subclass 651), free
Routes for Australia last verified 10 Jun 2026 against official sources.
Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601): 4 required documents — see the checklist.
How to get your documents
How to get: Eligible passport
Apply for or renew your passport at your country's passport authority (often the foreign-affairs or interior ministry, a passport office or designated post office). Most visa portals want a clear colour scan of the bio-data page; keep the passport valid at least 6 months beyond your trip with two blank pages.
- Issued by
- National passport authority
- Typical cost
- $20–$150
- Typical time
- 1–6 weeks (expedited often available)
Verified 11 Jun 2026
How to get: Australian ETA app
Complete the official visa or residence application form for your destination. Most consulates now use an online portal where you fill in the form, upload documents and book an appointment; print and sign the confirmation page.
- Issued by
- Destination consulate / immigration portal
- Typical cost
- Usually free (the visa fee is separate)
- Typical time
- 30–60 minutes to complete
Verified 11 Jun 2026
How to get: Health requirement
Book a medical examination with a doctor or, where required, a clinic on the consulate's approved-panel list. Tests may include a general exam, a chest X-ray/TB screening and blood tests; the clinic issues the certificate directly.
- Issued by
- Licensed doctor / panel clinic
- Typical cost
- $30–$200
- Typical time
- 1–2 weeks including results
Verified 11 Jun 2026
How to get: Character declaration
Request a criminal-record certificate from your country's police or justice/interior ministry — many issue it through a national online portal, sometimes requiring fingerprints. For foreign use it usually must be apostilled or legalised and translated, and most consulates accept one issued within the last 3–6 months.
- Issued by
- National police / justice ministry
- Typical cost
- free–$50
- Typical time
- A few days–4 weeks
Verified 11 Jun 2026
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