🇦🇺AUSTRALIA

🏳BNAU-BN

Do Australia passport holders need a visa to visit BN?

Q: How long can I stay in Brunei on a Visa on Arrival?

Up to 30 days. If you need longer, you must request an extension from the Department of Immigration and National Registration before the visa expires.

Q: How much does the Brunei Visa on Arrival cost?

B$20 for a single-entry visa or B$30 for a multiple-entry visa, payable in cash. The Brunei dollar is pegged 1:1 to the Singapore dollar, which is also accepted.

Q: What passport validity do I need?

Your Australian passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry, with at least one blank page for the visa stamp.

Q: Is Brunei part of the Schengen area or ETIAS?

No. Brunei is in Southeast Asia and has its own entry rules. Schengen 90/180 rules and ETIAS do not apply.

Q: Can I get the visa at a land border?

Visa on Arrival is available at Brunei International Airport and approved land crossings, but availability can vary, so confirm your entry point issues VOA before travelling.

Australian ordinary passport holders need a visa for Brunei, but it is issued on arrival (VOA). A single-entry visa-on-arrival costs B$20 and allows a stay of up to 30 days; a multiple-entry VOA is B$30. No advance application is required for short tourist visits. Australia is classified by Brunei's Ministry of Foreign Affairs as a Category C country, meaning Australian passport holders can obtain a Visa on Arrival (VOA) at designated points of entry (Brunei International Airport and major land crossings). The VOA is granted for tourism and short visits for up to 30 days. The standard fee is B$20 (Brunei dollar, pegged 1:1 to the Singapore dollar) for a single-entry visa, or B$30 for a multiple-entry visa, payable in cash in local currency on arrival. Travelers must present a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry, proof of onward or return travel, and sufficient funds. Brunei is not part of the Schengen area, so no Schengen or ETIAS rules apply. Sources cross-checked include Brunei's MFA visa-category page (which lists Australia under Category C / VOA, code "CS30" = single-entry, 30 days) and the Wikipedia visa-policy summary; an earlier mislabel as "Category D / visa-free" was contradicted by the authoritative MFA category listing, so the conservative and correct verdict is Visa on Arrival.

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.

Australia (PR)Living in Australia as a permanent resident? See PR-specific guidance→

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa on Arrival (VOA) - tourist/short visit

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry (B$20) or multiple entry (B$30)

from issue date

Visa fee

B$20 single / B$30 multiple

consular fee only

Processing time

Issued on arrival (typically minutes at the immigration counter)

standard track

Validity

30 days from entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity and onward ticket

Ensure your Australian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and that you hold a confirmed return or onward ticket out of Brunei.

· 6-month validity· Onward/return ticket

/02

Prepare cash for the visa fee

Bring B$20 (single entry) or B$30 (multiple entry) in Brunei dollars or Singapore dollars (accepted at par) to pay the VOA fee, as card facilities can be unreliable at the counter.

· B$20 / B$30· Cash in BND or SGD

/03

Arrive at a designated point of entry

Enter via Brunei International Airport (Bandar Seri Begawan) or an approved land border crossing where Visa on Arrival is issued.

· Airport· Land border

/04

Complete the arrival card and VOA form

Fill in the disembarkation/arrival card and the visa-on-arrival application provided by immigration officers.

· Arrival card

/05

Apply at the immigration counter

Present your passport, completed forms, onward ticket and accommodation details to the Department of Immigration and National Registration officer and pay the fee.

· Pay fee· Show documents

/06

Receive your visa and observe the 30-day limit

Collect your stamped visa, check the permitted stay (up to 30 days), and depart or seek an extension from immigration before it expires.

· Max 30 days· Extension via immigration

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 9 complete

Australian passport valid 6+ months beyond entry date

required

At least one blank passport page for the visa stamp

required

Confirmed onward or return air ticket

required

Cash for the VOA fee (B$20 single / B$30 multiple)

required

Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)

recommended

Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay

recommended

Completed arrival/disembarkation card

required

Travel insurance covering Brunei

recommended

Note: alcohol is restricted; declare permitted personal allowance on arrival

recommended

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Single-entry Visa on ArrivalB$20Valid for a stay of up to 30 days; payable in cash on arrival

Multiple-entry Visa on ArrivalB$30Allows multiple entries within the validity period

Currency noteBND = SGDBrunei dollar is pegged 1:1 with the Singapore dollar; SGD is accepted at par

Total estimateB$20 — B$30incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on Arrival at point of entry

Minutes (on arrival)

Apply and pay at the immigration counter when you land at Brunei International Airport or arrive at an approved land border. This is the standard route for Australian tourists.

Visa in advance at a Brunei mission

Several business days

Optional: apply at the Brunei High Commission/Embassy before travel if you prefer certainty or are entering at a point without VOA facilities.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Australia is a Category C nationality

Brunei's Ministry of Foreign Affairs lists Australia under Category C, which entitles holders of all passport types to obtain a Visa on Arrival.

High

/02

Short tourist stays are catered to by VOA

The 30-day single-entry VOA is designed for tourism and short visits, removing the need for advance applications.

High

/03

No mutual visa-waiver for ordinary Australian passports

Unlike some ASEAN nationals, Australians are not granted full visa-free entry, hence the on-arrival visa requirement.

Medium

/04

Passport validity or onward-ticket shortfalls

Travelers can be refused the VOA if their passport has under 6 months validity or they lack proof of onward travel.

Medium

/05

Entry at a point without VOA facilities

Arriving at a crossing that does not issue VOA can force travelers to obtain a visa in advance.

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

Australia to Brunei route verified

Confirmed via Brunei Ministry of Foreign Affairs that Australia is a Category C nationality eligible for Visa on Arrival (single-entry B$20 / 30 days, multiple-entry B$30), cross-checked against the Wikipedia visa-policy summary.

/09 — The questions