If you wish to travel to Australia for a short stay, you will need to obtain a valid visa which permits you to travel and remain in Australia for a prescribed period of time. A visa may take the form of a stamp or label in a passport, or - for some travelers - can be an electronic record authorising travel to Australia (Electronic Travel Authority (ETA)).

There are various Short Term Travel (Visitor) visas which are geared towards specific visa categories, such as Business Visitor, Working Holiday Maker and Tourism. These visas allow you to gain a firsthand perspective on business opportunities available in Australia; conduct market research; meet local citizens; undertake incidental work as part of your travel; and experience the Australian lifestyle.

Tourist/Visitor Visa to Australia - Are you traveling to Australia for tourism purposes or to visit family and friends? Please note: this visa is valid for multiple visits to Australia within 12 months from date of issue with a maximum stay on each visit of three (3) months. You are not permitted to work or study during these visits.

Short Business Travel Visa - Are you traveling to Australia for business-related activities, other than employment, for a stay of up to three (3) months? Please note: this visa is usually valid for 12 months from the date of issue and usually permits holders to stay in Australia for three (3) months from the date of each entry.

You can apply for the ETA if you are a passport holder from one of the following ETA eligible counties: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Monaco, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Republic of San Marino, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, USA, Vatican City State.