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Philippines to Australia visa requirements

Philippine ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Australia. There is no ETA or eVisitor option for Filipinos; you must apply online for a Visitor visa (subclass 600), Tourist stream, before you travel. Filipino citizens are not on Australia's ETA (subclass 601) or eVisitor (subclass 651) eligible-passport lists, so the tourism pathway is the Visitor visa (subclass 600), Tourist stream, unless another specialised stream fits the trip. The application is lodged online through ImmiAccount on the Department of Home Affairs website; the Australian Embassy in the Philippines says no paper applications are accepted. Applicants in the Philippines must provide biometrics (face photograph and fingerprints) at a VFS Global Australian Biometrics Collection Centre in Manila, Cebu, or Davao, normally within 14 days after online lodgement. The Visitor visa Tourist stream outside Australia costs from AUD 200 per applicant, with separate biometrics/service costs. Each family member must lodge a separate application. The grant letter sets the stay period and entry conditions: Home Affairs says it generally grants a 3-month stay, may grant up to 12 months in certain circumstances, and may grant single or multiple entry. Processing times are not fixed; use the Home Affairs visa processing-times guide, which is based on recently decided applications and updated regularly. Decisions hinge on genuine temporary intent, sufficient funds, and ties to the Philippines.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-21
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 2026-06-21
Visa type
Visitor visa (subclass 600), Tourist stream
Maximum stay
Generally 3 months; up to 12 months in certain circumstances
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry, as granted
from issue date
Visa fee
From AUD 200 per applicant
consular fee only
Processing time
Varies; check Home Affairs processing-times guide
standard track
Validity
As specified on the visa grant letter
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a subclass 600 visa
Filipinos cannot use the ETA or eVisitor. The Tourist stream of the Visitor visa (subclass 600) is the correct visa for tourism, cruising, or visiting family and friends.
· Visitor visa 600· Tourist stream
/02
Create an ImmiAccount and start the application
Register on the Department of Home Affairs ImmiAccount portal and complete the online Visitor visa application. No paper applications are accepted.
· Online only· ImmiAccount
/03
Upload supporting documents
Attach passport bio page, photo, proof of funds (bank statements/certificate), travel itinerary, employment or business evidence, and any invitation letter.
· PDF/JPG uploads
/04
Pay the application charge
Pay the Visitor visa charge, currently from AUD 200 per applicant, online during lodgement.
· From AUD 200· Online payment
/05
Provide biometrics at VFS Global
Book and attend a biometrics appointment (photo and fingerprints) at an Australian Biometrics Collection Centre in Manila, Cebu, or Davao, generally within 14 days of lodging.
· VFS Global· Within 14 days
/06
Wait for the decision and check the grant
Track status in ImmiAccount. On approval you receive a grant notice by email; the visa is electronically linked to your passport (no label).
· VEVO check· Email grant
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Philippines -> Australia · Visitor visa (subclass 600), Tourist stream
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RecommendedPhilippine passport valid for the duration of stay (6+ months recommended)
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted subclass 600 application via ImmiAccount
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds (bank statements/certificate, last 3 months)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedConfirmed return/onward flight itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedAccommodation bookings or host details
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedEmployment certificate, leave approval, or business registration
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalInvitation letter from family/friends in Australia (if visiting)
Signed or stamped letter with host contact details and visit arrangements
optional
RecommendedTravel/health insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredBiometrics appointment confirmation (VFS Global)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
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 sourcesAustralian Embassy in the Philippines - Visas and citizenshipDepartment of Home Affairs - Visitor visa (600) Tourist stream outside Australia (last updated 5 Feb 2025)Department of Home Affairs - Electronic Travel Authority 601 eligible passports (last updated 12 Aug 2025)
Application link included: Australian Embassy in the Philippines - Visas and citizenship
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa Application Charge (base)AUD 200Subclass 600 Tourist stream, applied outside Australia
Biometrics/service feeVariableAustralian Biometric Collection Centres charge a local service fee for biometrics collection
Separate application for each family memberAUD 200 eachFamily members cannot be included in one Tourist stream application
Optional health/police checksVariableOnly if requested by the case officer
Total estimateAUD 200 — AUD 200 + local biometrics/service costsincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard online (Tourist stream, offshore)
Use official guide
Home Affairs publishes indicative processing times based on recently decided applications; check the guide before applying.
With incomplete documents or further checks
Longer
Requests for more information, health, character, or verification checks can extend processing significantly.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and sightseeing
Holidays, road trips, and visiting Australian landmarks and cities.
High
/02
Visiting family and friends
Many Filipinos have relatives or friends settled in Australia.
High
/03
Cruises
Joining or departing a cruise that calls at Australian ports.
Medium
/04
Short business meetings
Conferences or meetings may use the Business Visitor stream instead.
Medium
/05
Family events
Weddings, graduations, and other special occasions.
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
2026-06-21
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-21 · major
Codex checked on 2026-06-21
Re-verified official Australian Embassy and Department of Home Affairs sources; added checked-date, refreshed source dates, and corrected family-application, biometrics-fee, processing-time, stay-validity, and entry-count wording.
2026-05-30
Philippines to Australia route verified
Confirmed via the Australian Embassy Manila and Department of Home Affairs that Filipinos are not ETA/eVisitor eligible and must lodge a Visitor visa (subclass 600) Tourist stream online via ImmiAccount with VFS Global biometrics; base charge AUD 200.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Filipinos get an Australian ETA or eVisitor?—
No. The Philippines is not on the eligible-passport list for the ETA (601) or eVisitor (651). Filipinos must apply for the Visitor visa (subclass 600).
How long can I stay in Australia on this visa?+
Do I have to give fingerprints?+
How much does it cost?+
Can I lodge a paper application?+
How long does processing take?+
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