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Do Thailand passport holders need a visa to visit Australia?

Thai ordinary passport holders need a visa before traveling to Australia. The standard option for tourism is the Visitor visa (subclass 600) Tourist stream, applied for online via ImmiAccount. Thailand is not on Australia's visa-free lists. Thai ordinary passport holders are NOT eligible for the Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) or the eVisitor (subclass 651) — those schemes are reserved for specified eligible passports (e.g. US, Canada, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea, EU). For tourism or visiting family/friends, Thai citizens must apply for a Visitor visa (subclass 600) in the Tourist stream before departure. The application is lodged online through ImmiAccount; the offshore base application charge is AUD 200. Visas are commonly granted for stays of 3, 6 or 12 months per entry, often with multiple-entry validity, decided case by case. Applicants must satisfy the Genuine Temporary Entrant / genuine visitor requirement, showing strong ties to Thailand and intent to return. Some applicants are asked to provide biometrics at an Australian Visa Application Centre (AVAC) and to undergo health checks. Standard processing is roughly 2 to 5 weeks. Employment is prohibited on this visa.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visitor visa (subclass 600), Tourist stream
Maximum stay
Typically 3, 6 or 12 months per entry (set on grant)
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple (specified on the visa grant)
from issue date
Visa fee
AUD 200 base charge (offshore Tourist stream)
consular fee only
Processing time
Around 2-5 weeks (most decided within ~20-33 days)
standard track
Validity
Usually up to 12 months from grant
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm the correct visa
Thai passport holders are not eligible for the ETA or eVisitor; the Visitor visa (subclass 600) Tourist stream is the standard tourism pathway. Use the Home Affairs Visa Finder to confirm.
· Subclass 600· Tourist stream
/02
Create an ImmiAccount
Register a free ImmiAccount on the Department of Home Affairs website to lodge and manage the application online.
· Online· ImmiAccount
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Gather a valid passport, photo, proof of funds (bank statements), employment/business evidence, travel itinerary, and evidence of ties to Thailand to meet the genuine visitor requirement.
· Documents· Genuine visitor
/04
Complete and submit the application
Fill out the online form, upload documents and pay the AUD 200 base application charge by card.
· AUD 200· Card payment
/05
Provide biometrics / health checks if requested
If asked, attend an Australian Visa Application Centre (AVAC) in Thailand for biometrics and complete any required medical examination.
· AVAC· Biometrics
/06
Receive the decision and travel
Wait for the decision (usually 2-5 weeks). The visa is granted electronically and linked to your passport; check stay length and entry conditions before travelling.
· Electronic visa· Check conditions
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
Thai passport valid for the duration of stay
required
ImmiAccount registered
required
Recent passport-style photograph
required
Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements)
required
Evidence of ties to Thailand (job, family, property)
required
Travel itinerary / accommodation details
recommended
Return or onward flight booking
recommended
Travel/health insurance
recommended
Biometrics at AVAC (if requested)
conditional
Health examination (if requested)
conditional
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visitor visa (subclass 600) base application chargeAUD 200Offshore Tourist stream; payable online by card
Credit/debit card surcharge~1.4%Applied to card payments
Biometrics fee (if required)~AUD 0-50Charged at AVAC where biometrics are requested
Health examination (if required)VariesPaid to panel clinic if a medical is requested
Total estimateAUD 200 — AUD 350incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard online (ImmiAccount)
~2-5 weeks
Most Tourist stream applications decided within about 20-33 days; lodge well before travel.
Peak/complex cases
Several weeks to months
Longer where additional documents, biometrics or health checks are required, or during high demand.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Thailand not on ETA/eVisitor lists
The ETA (601) and eVisitor (651) are limited to specified eligible passports; Thailand is not included, so a full visa is required.
High
/02
Genuine visitor requirement
Applicants must show genuine temporary intent and strong ties to Thailand to satisfy the genuine visitor criterion.
High
/03
Insufficient funds evidence
Failure to demonstrate adequate funds for the trip can lead to refusal.
Medium
/04
Incomplete documentation
Missing supporting documents or unanswered information requests delay or sink applications.
Medium
/05
Biometrics/health not completed
Not attending requested biometrics or medical checks stalls the decision.
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
2026-05-30
Thailand to Australia route verified
Confirmed via the Australian Department of Home Affairs and the Australian Embassy in Thailand that Thai ordinary passport holders require a Visitor visa (subclass 600) Tourist stream (no ETA/eVisitor eligibility), lodged online via ImmiAccount with an AUD 200 base charge.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Thai citizens get an Australia ETA or eVisitor?—
No. The ETA (subclass 601) and eVisitor (subclass 651) are only for specified eligible passports such as the US, Canada, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea and EU countries. Thai passport holders must apply for a Visitor visa (subclass 600).
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