Australia Visa Requirements for South African citizens in 2024

Last Updated: Nov. 15, 2024, 2:42 p.m.

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Australia

1) Visa Required

For South African citizens looking to travel to Australia, securing a visa prior to arrival is mandatory. Please consult the nearest Australia embassy or consulate for detailed visa application procedures.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

Further Notes

  • May apply online (Online Visitor e600 visa).
  • Transit visa is not required.
  • Biometric Collection is mandatory upon request for the Online Visitor e600 Visa.
  • Visas can be issued within a matter of seconds depending on the length of queue once all the appropriate information is provided including Biometrics.
  • Departing Passengers may use SmartGate for a faster entry into the passenger area, this is not applicable to arriving passengers for entry into Australia.

Reference Links

https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/Trav/Visi/Visi
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/visitor-600

General Information about Australia

  • Name (Common): Australia
  • Name (Official): Commonwealth of Australia
  • Population: 25687041
  • Area: 7692024
  • Capital: Canberra
  • Currency: Australian dollar
  • Language: English
  • Calling Code: +6
  • Region: Oceania
  • Subregion: Australia and New Zealand

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for South African citizens.

Yes, a visa is required for South African citizens. Options include: Visa Required.

Yes, South African citizens can travel to Australia, but a visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Australia with Visa Required is unknown. South African citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying a visa in Australia can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Australia in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
Travel Advisory for Australia

Advisory Message: Australia has a current risk level of 2.3 (out of 5). We advise: Travelling Australia is (relatively) safe.
Score: 2.3
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/australia
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.