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Do Japan passport holders need a visa to visit Australia?

ETA Subclass 601 required (AUD 20). 3-month stays, 12-month validity. Not eligible for free eVisitor. Japanese ordinary passport holders need an Australian Electronic Travel Authority (ETA, Subclass 601) to visit Australia. Japan is not on the eVisitor (Subclass 651) eligible list — eVisitor is reserved for European passport holders — so Japanese citizens apply for the AUD 20 ETA via the official Australian ETA app. The ETA allows multiple entries with up to 3 months stay per visit, is valid for 12 months or until passport expiry, and covers tourism, business meetings, and visiting family. Approval is normally instant. The Maritime Crew Visa and Work and Holiday (Subclass 462) are separate routes for specific purposes.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
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 2026-05-27
Visa type
ETA required (Subclass 601)
Maximum stay
Up to 3 months per visit
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
AUD 20 service charge
consular fee only
Processing time
Minutes
standard track
Validity
12 months or until passport expiry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Must be valid for the duration of stay. The Australian ETA is linked electronically to your passport.
· valid for stay
/02
Install the Australian ETA app
Download the official Australian ETA app on iOS or Android. The web portal is not available for Japanese citizens — only the app.
· mobile app only
/03
Apply for ETA (Subclass 601)
Submit passport scan, biometric photo, basic travel info, and pay the AUD 20 service charge by card.
· AUD 20
/04
Receive ETA approval
Most ETAs are approved within minutes. Some can take 12-24 hours for further checks.
· instant approval
/05
Travel to Australia
ETA is electronically linked to your passport — no need to print. Use SmartGates at major airports with biometric passport.
· SmartGates
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
Japanese biometric passport
Valid for duration of stay; chip required
Australian ETA app
Mobile only — Japan citizens cannot use web portal
Australian ETA approval
Electronic — linked to passport
Return or onward ticket
Required at boarding and immigration
Accommodation address
Hotel booking or host's address
Funds evidence
AUD 5,000+ recommended for tourism
Incoming Passenger Card
Filled out on arrival flight
No fresh food or seeds
Strict biosecurity — declare or discard
International Driving Permit
Required to drive in Australia
Travel insurance
Recommended; Medicare not available for Japanese visitors
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
ETA Subclass 601AUD 20Service charge; ETA itself is free, the fee covers the app processing
Maritime Crew VisaFreeFor seafarers only
Working Holiday (Subclass 417)AUD 670Japan-Australia bilateral; up to 1 year work + travel
Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)AUD 210+Alternative for longer stays or specific visit types
Overstay penaltiesRemoval + 3-year banStrict enforcement
Total estimateAUD 20 — AUD 20incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

ETA Subclass 601
Minutes
Apply via Australian ETA app; most approvals within minutes.
Working Holiday 417
4 weeks+
Japan-Australia bilateral working holiday; apply online before age 31.
Visitor Visa 600
Weeks
For stays beyond 3 months or family/medical visits.
SmartGate entry
Minutes
Biometric passport holders 16+ can use SmartGates at major airports.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Confusion with eVisitor 651
Japan is not on the eVisitor eligible list. Applying for the free eVisitor will result in refusal — you must apply for the Subclass 601 ETA (AUD 20).
Medium
/02
ETA refused
Past Australian refusals, criminal convictions, or character issues can lead to refusal.
Low
/03
Suspected work intent
Pre-arranged paid work requires a work visa even with an ETA.
Low
/04
Biosecurity declaration failures
Failure to declare food, plants, or animal products carries fines and ETA cancellation.
Medium
/05
Insufficient travel evidence
No return ticket or vague itinerary can prompt questioning at the border.
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
2026-05-27
Japan to Australia route verified
Confirmed ETA Subclass 601 required (AUD 20), eVisitor 651 not available, mobile app required.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Australia?—
Yes — Japanese ordinary passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA, Subclass 601) before visiting Australia. The service fee is AUD 20.
Can I use the free eVisitor (Subclass 651)?+
How long can I stay in Australia with an ETA?+
How long does the Australian ETA take?+
Can I work in Australia with an ETA?+
Do I need to declare food and souvenirs?+
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