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We continue to advise do not travel to Lebanon due to the volatile security situation and the risk of the security situation deteriorating further.

Australians in Lebanon who wish to leave, should leave now while commercial flights remain available. If the security situation deteriorates and there is armed conflict, it’s likely that Beirut airport will close at short notice. You may be unable to leave for an extended period. Increased tensions in the Middle East may result in airspace closures, flight cancellations and diversions and other travel disruptions. The Australian Government may not be able to assist you to leave in such circumstances.

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The Consular Services Charter outlines the consular services and assistance provided by the Australian Government to travellers overseas. Read the Charter to understand how we can and can't help. 

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Do you need a document legalised, or a Certificate of No Impediment for your upcoming marriage? The Australian Government can provide some notarial services.

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 If you're going overseas, travel insurance is as important as a passport. If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. Read our advice, and download the CHOICE travel insurance guide before you go.

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Australians can now prepare for safe overseas travel when borders progressively re-open from 1 November, with the Australian Government reinstating country-specific travel advice levels for 177 destinations.

The updated country-specific travel advice will allow Australians planning to travel overseas to assess risks, understand requirements, and prepare to travel safely. It will also help Australians to access travel insurance more readily.

While fully vaccinated Australians will be able to depart Australia without an exemption from 1 November, all travellers will need to be aware of risks and take care, regardless of where they travel, while COVID-19 remains an ongoing global health risk.

Smartraveller’s ‘Do not travel’ global advisory has been removed. This advisory was put in place for all destinations in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 health risks and significant disruption to global travel.

Under the travel advice framework announced today, no destination will be set lower than level 2 ‘Exercise a high degree of caution’, given the ongoing COVID-19 health risks and the continuing complexities of international travel.

Border settings and quarantine requirements in other countries continue to change. We strongly encourage Australians to closely monitor the Australian Government’s travel advice available on  smartraveller.gov.au .

Australians will also need to consider the requirements of airlines, transit and destination countries, as well as return arrangements to Australia in making decisions on when and where to travel abroad. Many of these requirements are subject to change at short notice given COVID-19 situations.

Fully vaccinated Australians who want to travel overseas can download the International COVID Vaccine Certificate via MyGov to provide internationally recognised proof of their COVID-19 vaccinations. 

We know it has been a difficult 18 months for Australians overseas trying to return, and for Australians with family and friends overseas.

The changes announced today are a vital next step in re-uniting Australian families and safely re-opening Australia to the world.

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Domestic travel requirements are determined by state and territory governments. Check the websites of local health departments for information about travel to:

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Travelling overseas

The Australian Government does not currently have any COVID-19 requirements in place for travellers entering and departing Australia.

COVID-19 however continues to pose a health risk in Australia and overseas. We strongly encourage wearing masks and being vaccinated while travelling internationally. You should practice good cough and hand hygiene, and physically distance from others where possible.

Some countries, airlines and vessel operators may have COVID-19 travel requirements in place. Check the requirements of any:

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Travel insurance is important if you become sick with COVID-19 overseas. Make sure your insurance includes:

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Some destinations also require travellers to hold travel insurance as a condition of entry.

Cruise travel

Check with your cruise provider or travel agent for up-to-date travel requirements for your ship and destination/s. You can also contact the relevant state or territory government to find out if any requirements apply for your destination.

Outbreaks onboard a cruise

Cruise ships carry a higher risk for spreading disease compared to other types of travel. COVID-19, influenza, and other infectious diseases spread easily between people living and socialising in close quarters.

If an outbreak of COVID-19 occurs on your cruise, you may need to:

• quarantine on the ship
• disembark and follow the local rules in the state or territory or country you are in.

Before you travel, check the  Smartraveller advice on cruises . Contact your travel agent or cruise operator for specific information on their COVID-19 safety protocols.

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​Any individual seeking to enter Australia must comply with our strict border requirements.

While the Victorian Government and Tennis Australia may permit a non-vaccinated player to compete in the Australian Open, it is the Commonwealth Government that will enforce our requirements at the Australian border.

Since 15 December 2021 fully vaccinated eligible visa holders can travel to Australia without needing to apply for a travel exemption, and enter eligible states and territories quarantine free.

If an arriving individual is not vaccinated, they must provide acceptable proof that they cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons to be able to access the same travel arrangement as fully vaccinated travellers.

Australian Border Force will continue to ensure that those who arrive at our border comply with our strict border requirements.

No individual competing at the Australian Open will be afforded any special treatment.

Quarantine requirements for international arrivals in Victoria, including for non-vaccinated individuals, are a matter for the Victorian Government.

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People travelling to Australia no longer need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result.

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During your travel to Australia, you’re encouraged to wear a face mask to reduce your risk of getting and spreading COVID-19.

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When is international travel to and from Australia allowed? Can non-residents enter the country?

The date at which Australia lifts its international arrivals caps and Sydney Airport becomes the country's gateway to the world is fast approaching.

But the commencement of international travel won't apply evenly for everyone, as some visa categories aren't included and state border closures remain a barrier for some Australians keen to travel.

Here's what's changing next month, and who'll benefit from it.

When is international travel allowed in Australia?

From the start of November, fully vaccinated citizens, permanent residents and their families will be able to leave Australia for any reason, and limits on the number of people allowed into the country via NSW will be scrapped.

On that same date, NSW will ditch quarantine requirements, so people flying to Australia will be able to get off a plane in that state and (providing they're vaccinated and have returned a negative test) walk out into the Sydney sunshine.

But there are some caveats here.

The federal government, which controls visas, says not everyone will be allowed to enter the country from that date, as it won't be issuing some visas in order to restrict travel and prioritise the return of Australians who've been stuck overseas.

State border closures may also mean many Australians won't be able to travel overseas and return to their hometown without quarantine.

What does this mean for everywhere other than NSW?

According to a national vaccination plan agreed to by National Cabinet, a "gradual reopening" of the international border for all parts of the country is linked to  states and territories reaching 80 per cent full vaccination rates .

New South Wales and the ACT are the only jurisdictions to have reached that milestone.

Victoria and Tasmania are on track to reach 80 per cent in early November.

South Australia, Western Australia, Queensland and the Northern Territory are due to reach it in December.

However, not all states and territories have confirmed they will commence international travel the moment the milestones are hit.

Some, like WA, are not expected to resume international travel until next year , while others are piloting home quarantine programs that could allow for more international arrivals while maintaining some isolation measures.

Queensland has announced home quarantine for fully vaccinated international travellers will be allowed when it hits 80 per cent, while Victoria's government says it is considering what the changes mean for its border arrangements with NSW.

Unless further announcements are made before November 1, people who want to travel to a state other than NSW from overseas will be subjected to usual state border rules upon their arrival in Sydney.

So they may not be able to travel home, for instance to Perth or Brisbane, without quarantining as per those states' rules.

Who is allowed to leave Australia to travel overseas?

Australian citizens and permanent residents who are fully vaccinated will be allowed to leave the country freely from the start of November.

Travellers aged 12 and over will need to be fully vaccinated with a "recognised vaccine". Those vaccines include:

• Pfizer (Comirnaty)
• AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria)
• Moderna (Spikevax)
• Johnson & Johnson (COVID-19 Vaccine Janssen)

Temporary visa holders are generally permitted to leave the country, however under the rules in place from November 1 they would not be allowed back in.

Who is allowed to travel to Australia? Can international students return?

When it comes to being allowed in to the country, it will still only be Australian citizens, permanent residents and the immediate family members of those two groups. 

The Commonwealth government has made no decision to let in other visa holders, including skilled visa holders, student visa holders, international visitors travelling under an ETA or other international visa arrangement.

Asked on Friday when those groups would be allowed in, Prime Minister Scott Morrison only replied: "not yet".

If international entries want to avoid hotel quarantine, which has a very limited number of spots, they'll need to be vaccinated with an approved vaccine like the ones listed above.

The Therapeutic Goods Administration says the Chinese-made Sinovac and Indian-made Covishield vaccines — neither of which are available in Australia — will also be considered "recognised vaccines" for incoming international travellers.

Under current arrangements, the only airport international arrivals can fly into without quarantine will be Sydney.

Can my parents travel to Australia?

Potentially.

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, 30 per cent of people living in Australia last year were born overseas.

Many of those Australians have endured the pandemic unable to see mum or dad.

Until now, the definition of "immediate family" for the purposes of entering the country has not included the parents of adult Australian residents.

However, the federal government says it is looking at changing the definition to allow non-Australian parents of citizens or permanent residents to enter the country.

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Passengers arriving in Australia are required under Australian law to identify themselves and provide certain information through the completion of a passenger card.

Australian law concerning completion of a passenger cards is set out in the Migration Act 1958 (the Migration Act) and the Migration Regulations 1994 (the Migration Regulations).

What is a passenger card?

A passenger card is a document providing passenger identification and an effective record of a person's entry to Australia.

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
• a visa application form for Special Category Visa applicants and for Norfolk Island Permanent Residents.

Who needs to complete a passenger card?

Most passengers are required to complete and present a passenger card when entering Australia. However, particular people are exempt from completing a passenger card (as prescribed in regulation 3.06 and schedule 9 of the Migration Regulations).

Australian citizens who refuse to complete an IPC may be penalised. Non-Australian citizens may be penalised and refused immigration clearance.

Completing a passenger card in English

An IPC must be completed in English. Passengers requiring assistance to complete a passenger card can download printable sample versions of the IPC, including translations (see Passenger Card Samples section below).

Completing an incoming passenger card

Passengers entering Australia are required to accurately provide the following information on both sides of the IPC:

• family/surname, given names and passport number
• flight number or name of ship
• intended address in Australia
• if they intend to live in Australia for the next 12 months
• declarations relating to customs and quarantine.

• the country in which they boarded the flight/vessel
• their date of birth and usual occupation
• nationality as shown on their passport
• contact details in Australia and emergency contact details.

Passengers are required to sign and date the IPC, and are also required to correctly answer additional questions concerning their migration status, health status and any prior criminal convictions. For non-Australian citizens, providing false information can affect their visa status.

Completing a passenger card on behalf of another traveller

An IPC can be completed on behalf of another traveller where a person is in charge of that traveller. This includes parents/guardians of minors and carers of travellers with special needs.

A non-Australian citizen is considered to have completed a passenger card where the card is completed on their behalf.

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Learn about visa requirements for entry to Australia for tourism purposes with this list of frequently asked questions. 

Please note this page is intended to provide general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Tourism Australia is not the Australian government visa granting authority. For information on visas to enter Australia, visitors should seek the most up-to-date information from Australian Government Department of Home Affairs .*

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Unless you are an Australian citizen, you will need a valid Australian visa to enter the country. New Zealand passport holders can apply for a visa upon arrival in the country. All other passport holders, regardless of age, must apply for a visa before leaving home. You can apply for a range of Australian visa types, including tourist visas and working holiday visas, via the ETA app or on the  Department of Home Affairs website.

There are different Australian visa types available for travellers to Australia. Knowing which Australian visa to apply for depends on the length of your stay, your passport and the purpose of your visit. You’ll also need to meet certain financial and medical requirements, be outside of Australia when applying and maintain health insurance for the duration of your stay. 

Electronic Travel Authority visa  (subclass 601) This visa allows you to visit Australia as many times as you want, for up to a year, and stay for three months each visit. This visa is available to passport holders from a number of countries and regions, who live outside Australia. A step-by-step guide on how to apply is  here .

All ETA-eligible passport holders must apply for an ETA using the Australian ETA app. Agents can assist you in the application process, but you must be physically present as a live facial image is required.

eVisitor  (subclass 651) This is a free visa for multiple visits to Australia for tourism or business purposes for up to three months at a time within a 12-month period. This visa is available to passport holders from a number of European countries and it cannot be extended.

Visitor visa  (subclass 600) The Visitor visa allows you to visit Australia, either for tourism or business purposes. It is open to all nationalities. Generally, a period of stay of up to three months is granted, but up to 12 months may be granted in certain circumstances. Applicants will have to pay a fee to submit their application.

The application process may differ depending on which visa you need.

You can only apply for the  Electronic Travel Authority visa  (subclass 601) through the Australian ETA app. A step-by-step guide on how to apply is located  here .

For other visas, you can apply online by creating an ImmiAccount and completing the application process. Be sure to submit your application well in advance of your travel date to allow enough time for processing. You may be asked to provide further supporting information. You will be notified in writing if your tourist visa is approved and it will be digitally linked to your passport. For more information on different visa types, and Australian visa requirements including how to apply for an Australian visa, visit the  Department of Home Affairs  website.

If you are already in Australia and hold a valid Electronic Travel Authority visa (subclass 601) you can extend your stay by applying for another visa, such as a Visitor visa (subclass 600). An eVisitor (subclass 651) cannot be extended.

See the Department of Home Affairs website for details.

Working Holiday Visas

Australia's Working Holiday Maker program allows visitors aged under 30 (or 35 in certain cases) who hold a passport from a participating country to travel and work in Australia. Working holiday visas are valid for one year, or up to three years if you meet certain conditions.

Find out more about working holiday visas here .

*Australian visa regulations (including visa application charges) change from time to time. The information provided here is valid at the time of publication, but visitors should check this information is still current by visiting the Australian Department of Home Affairs .

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