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Depending on your circumstances, you might want to find out more about: visas and our requirements for entry. what to expect when you cross the border. how to enter Australia as air or sea crew, an offshore worker or member of the military.
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When you enter Australia, you need to show us your travel documents or passport. Your visa is electronically attached to the passport you used on your visa application. Make sure you bring a current, valid passport or travel document and any expired passports or travel documents linked to your visa. SmartGates automatically process you through ...
The Incoming Passenger Card. While you're in the air, a flight attendant will hand you a blank Incoming Passenger Card to complete. You can only use black or blue ink to do this.
An Incoming Passenger Card (IPC) is to be completed by passengers entering Australia. IPCs will be provided to travellers on board their flight or ship before arrival or by the Australian Border Force in the arrival terminal. Passenger cards also serve as: a declaration in relation to health and character requirements for non-Australian citizens
Having a visa to enter Australia does not automatically mean you can work, study or undertake other activites. Make sure you apply for the visa that matches what you want to do in Australia, and that you are eligible to apply for that visa. Use our visa finder if you wish to visit, study or work.
If you're not a national citizen, a valid visa is required to enter Australia. Find information on visa types, entry requirements and how to plan for your holiday.
All arriving and departing passengers must have a valid passport or travel document. Arriving passengers need to complete an Incoming Passenger Card. If you are not an Australian Citizen you must hold a valid visa when entering Australia.