Electronic travel authorization
Australia visa requirements for U.S. citizens
U.S. citizens need an Australian ETA before boarding; it is applied for in the Australian ETA mobile app and usually approved within minutes.
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Australia Electronic Travel Authority (ETA, subclass 601)
U.S. passport holders visiting Australia for tourism or business for up to three months per visit.
- Government fee
- $13
- Processing
- 0–3 days
- Max stay
- Three months per entry.
Passport validity: Valid for your intended stay; six months is recommended.
Passport rules for Australia
Passport must be valid on entry and for your intended stay.
Full entry requirements