Travel authorization · checked 3 Nov 2026

Best eVisa for Australia

The short answerThe Australian ETA (subclass 601) is an electronic visitor permission, applied for in an app, for eligible passport holders. Go to the official site.

The official link goes to immi.homeaffairs.gov.au. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.

At a glance

The Australian ETA in brief.

FeeAUD 20 app service fee
Valid forUp to one year, or your passport’s validity if shorter
StayUp to 3 months per visit
When to applyAustralia’s mission in Malaysia suggests at least 4 weeks ahead
DecisionOutcome by email, within 72 hours
Who it’s for

Do you need it?

Holders of eligible passports visiting for tourism or business visitor activity. Work isn’t allowed, and each person needs their own application, including children.

Before you start

What to have ready.

  1. The Australian ETA app.
  2. A phone with a camera, NFC and location services.
  3. An ePassport to scan.
  4. A live photo of the applicant.
  5. An email address.
  6. A card, Apple Pay or Google Pay.
Watch outThe ETA is only available in the app. If you’re applying on a website, paying more than AUD 20, or being offered an expedited service, it’s likely a scam.
Questions

The short answers.

What is the best eVisa for Australia?

The Australian ETA (subclass 601) is an electronic visitor permission, applied for in an app, for eligible passport holders. Apply on the official site, unless you want to pay a private service for help.

Who needs the Australian ETA?

Holders of eligible passports visiting for tourism or business visitor activity. Work isn’t allowed, and each person needs their own application, including children.

How much does it cost?

AUD 20 app service fee. Fees change, so confirm it on the official site before you pay.

When should I apply?

Australia’s mission in Malaysia suggests at least 4 weeks ahead.

Does NUM issue the Australian ETA?

No. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service, and we don’t decide applications. We explain what’s needed and link to the official site.

The rest of the trip

Land connected.

Get your data ready before you fly with a Australia eSIM. Need anything else? Text NUM.

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