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Germany to Australia visa requirements

German passport holders need an Australian visa before travel; the free eVisitor (subclass 651) is the usual online route for short tourism or business visits. As of 2026-06-20, German passport holders need a visa or travel authority before travelling to Australia. Home Affairs lists Germany as eligible for the free eVisitor (subclass 651), applied for online from outside Australia, and the German Federal Foreign Office identifies it as the visitor route for German tourists and business travellers. The eVisitor is valid for 12 months from grant, allows multiple entries, and permits stays of up to 3 months after each entry for tourism, visiting family or friends, business visitor activities, and short study or training up to 3 months. Germany is also listed as ETA (subclass 601) eligible, but the ETA uses the Australian ETA app and has an AUD 20 app service charge, so the no-cost eVisitor remains the recommended route. Processing times should be checked in the Home Affairs processing-time guide and treated as indicative only. Paid work is not allowed on an eVisitor or ETA; eligible German citizens aged 18-30 use the Working Holiday visa (subclass 417), not subclass 462.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-20
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-20
Visa type
eVisitor (subclass 651) - free electronic visitor visa
Maximum stay
Up to 3 months per visit
per entry
Entries
Multiple within 12-month validity
from issue date
Visa fee
eVisitor AUD 0; ETA AUD 20 app service charge if chosen instead
consular fee only
Processing time
Use Home Affairs processing-time guide; indicative and not guaranteed
standard track
Validity
12 months from grant
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport eligibility
Hold a valid German passport and apply from outside Australia. Non-citizen passports or other travel documents are not eligible for the eVisitor.
· German passport· outside Australia
/02
Create an ImmiAccount
Register at online.immi.gov.au and start a new eVisitor (subclass 651) application.
· ImmiAccount
/03
Submit the eVisitor application
Provide passport, contact, health, character, and genuine-visitor information. Home Affairs lists no application charge for the eVisitor.
· AUD 0
/04
Wait for grant before travel
Use the Home Affairs processing-time guide as an indication only, and do not arrange travel until the visa is granted in writing.
· processing guide
/05
Use the same passport
The eVisitor is digitally linked to the passport used in the application; carry that passport when travelling.
· digital visa
/06
Track each 3-month stay
The eVisitor allows multiple entries during its 12-month validity, but each stay is capped at 3 months after entry.
· 3 months per entry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Germany -> Australia · eVisitor (subclass 651) - free electronic visitor visa
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredGerman passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid for the entire stay; check transit-country validity rules too
RequiredImmiAccount registration
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Free at online.immi.gov.au
RequiredApproved eVisitor (651)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Email confirmation, linked to passport
ConditionalETA app only if choosing ETA instead
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
ETA 601 is eligible but costs AUD 20 via the app
ConditionalEvidence of temporary visit
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Itinerary, accommodation, return/onward plan, or family/business details if asked
RequiredSufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Enough to support yourself and leave Australia at the end of the stay
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended; visitors are personally liable for healthcare costs
RequiredIncoming Passenger Card
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Most passengers complete and present it on arrival unless covered by the digital declaration pilot
RequiredBiosecurity declaration
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Declare risk goods such as food, animal products, plant material, and used outdoor equipment
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesDepartment of Home Affairs - eVisitor (subclass 651), last updated 2025-11-17Department of Home Affairs - Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601), last updated 2025-08-12Department of Home Affairs - First Working Holiday visa (subclass 417), last updated 2026-02-26
Application link included: Department of Home Affairs - eVisitor (subclass 651), last updated 2025-11-17
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisitor (subclass 651)AUD 0No Home Affairs visa application charge
ETA (subclass 601)AUD 20Australian ETA app service charge; no other ETA charge
Visitor visa (subclass 600)From AUD 200Alternative for longer stays or if eVisitor/ETA is not suitable; check the pricing estimator
Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)AUD 670For eligible German citizens aged 18-30 seeking an extended holiday with work rights
Overstay / unlawful stayRemoval and future-entry riskDo not remain after the visa ceases
Total estimateAUD 0 — AUD 20 if choosing ETA instead of eVisitorincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisitor (subclass 651)
Use Home Affairs processing-time guide; not guaranteed
Home Affairs says processing times are indicative, based on recently decided applications, and not specific to an individual application.
ETA (subclass 601)
Often immediate; can take longer
ETA results are often notified immediately, but incorrect answers, verification issues, or further-information requests can delay the decision.
Visitor visa (subclass 600)
Use Home Affairs processing-time guide
For longer stays or cases unsuitable for eVisitor/ETA; apply via ImmiAccount.
Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)
Use Home Affairs processing-time guide
German citizens aged 18-30 are on the subclass 417 Working Holiday list.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Character declarations
Home Affairs says eVisitor applicants with a criminal conviction should apply for a Visitor visa (subclass 600) instead; an eVisitor holder with a conviction may be refused entry.
Low
/02
Health concerns
Significant medical conditions can lead to refusal under public-cost test.
Low
/03
Suspected paid work
eVisitor and ETA cover business visitor activities, not work for an Australian employer.
Low
/04
Not a genuine visitor
Long or repeated visits can lead officers to ask about travel purpose and may trigger cancellation if the traveller is not a genuine visitor.
Low
/05
False arrival or biosecurity declaration
False information on the Incoming Passenger Card or biosecurity declaration can lead to penalties, refusal of immigration clearance, or visa cancellation.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-20
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-20 · major
Reviewed by Codex
Re-checked DE-AU against Home Affairs, Australian Embassy, German Federal Foreign Office, ABF, and DAFF sources; added checked-date, refreshed sources, softened eVisitor processing-time claims to official indicative-guide wording, documented ETA eligibility/cost, and corrected the German working-holiday route from subclass 462 to subclass 417.
2026-05-27
Germany to Australia route verified
Confirmed free eVisitor 651 for German passport holders.
2008-03-27 · major
eVisitor introduced
Replaced ETA for EU/EEA + select European countries.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Germans need a visa for Australia?—
Yes. German passport holders need a visa or travel authority before travel. The free eVisitor (subclass 651) is the usual online route for short visitor trips.
Is the eVisitor really free?+
Can Germans use the ETA instead?+
How long can I stay?+
How long does eVisitor processing take?+
Can I work on eVisitor?+
What about Working Holiday?+
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