Visiting Australia

Do I need a visa to visit Australia?

Yes, if you are a citizen of the FSM, RMI, Palau, and other nationalities not eligible for an ETA (see below), you will require a visa to enter Australia. You will need to send your passport, the relevent form, and fee (if applicable) to the Embassy. The address is: Australian Embassy Pohnpei, P.O. Box S, Kolonia Pohnpei, FSM 96941.

What do I need to apply for a visa?

You need a current passport with at least 6 months validity with one blank visa page and a completed and signed application form. The most common forms are the 48R for tourism, 456 for Temporary Business Entry and form 876 for Transit visa.

There are a number of other visa classes requiring different application forms. Please contact your nearest Australian Embassy or visit the Australian Department of Immigration's website at www.immi.gov.au for more information and to obtain all the appropriate forms required.

What is an ETA?

An Electronic Travel Authority or ETA is a streamlined visa issuing system available from most travel agents.. Ask your travel agent to arrange for your ETA when you book your travel. ETAs can also be arranged through the Embassy.

Who is eligible for an ETA?

Citizens of the USA and Canada and the following countries are eligible for an ETA: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Republic of Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxemburg, Malaysia, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Republic of San Marino, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom and Vatican City.

If I am a citizen of one of these countries do I still need to apply for a visa?

Yes, if you are travelling on a cruise ship, if your stay will be longer than 3 months and for other visa classes.

For more information visit the ETA website.

Do I have to pay a fee?

Yes, therefore, you should check the central immigration website for fees at: http://www.immi.gov.au/allforms/990i.htm or with the Australian Embassy when applying.

There is no fee for transit visas.

The acceptable forms of payment would be Bank/Cashiers cheques or postal money orders payable to THE AUSTRALIAN EMBASSY. Cash payment is acceptable (if lodge in person) at counter.

How do I apply for a visa?

You can apply in person at the Embassy or post your application together with passport and any fees and other documentation to the Embassy at PO Box S Kolonia, Pohnpei, FM96941.

If you apply in person, visas can normally be issued promptly. Waiting times vary with demand, but are usually within 48 hours.

If sending by mail please use a secure (trackable) means of postage or courier service and include a sturdy prepaid return envelope or air-bill. Processing normally takes a few days. Allow one week for return by Express Mail or courier service and up to four weeks for return by Certified or Registered Mail. Normal mail delivery can take some weeks.

Email the Australian Embassy, Pohnpei at australia@mail.fm for more information.

This page last updated: 30 August 2004

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