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Australia eVisitor (subclass 651) for UK citizens

The eVisitor (subclass 651) is the Australian Government's visa for tourism and business visits by British and many European passport holders. You apply online before you travel.

Do British passport holders need one?

Yes. eVisitor (subclass 651). Up to 3 months per visit.

The official website is

immi.homeaffairs.gov.au

Go to immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗

Check the address bar shows immi.homeaffairs.gov.au before you enter passport or card details.

Avoid paying a lookalike website

The official application is free. Any website asking you to pay for it is not the government.

Key facts

Official fee
Free
How long you can stay
Up to 3 months per visit
How long it takes
Usually within minutes; can take up to a few days

Last checked 27 August 2026. Always confirm on the official site before you travel.

Sources (3 official pages)