What is an ETA?

2017-01-27Flying to Australia?You might need an ETA first. An Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) is an authorisation for entry to Australia available to select passport holders. It was first introduced in 1996, to eliminate the need for some people to… Read more »

Why was the ETA system adopted?

2017-01-27Why did Australia adopt the ETA system?The Department of Immigration and Border Protection (formerly Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs) designed the ETA system in the ’90s to make international travel easier. Adopting the … Read more »

Benefits, Advantages, Processing and Fees

2017-01-27So how does having an ETA benefit me?The first benefit is that it reduces waiting times at the customs office. Once you have an ETA, you can just pass through the Australian border without being questioned about your eligibility to stay for… Read more »

How do I apply for an ETA to Australia?

2017-01-27Applying for Australian ETA?First, you need to make sure you meet the basic requirements.If you hold a passport from one of these countries or regions, then you‘re qualified to apply for an ETA:Brunei-DarussalamCanadaHong Kong (SAR PRC)Japa… Read more »

Am I exempt from the new ETA requirement?

2017-01-27Australia’s Electronic Travel Authority is not for everyoneAustralia’s ETA is only applicable to passport holders fromBrunei-Darussalam,Canada,Hong Kong (SAR PRC),Japan,Malaysia,Singapore,South Korea,and the United States of America. If you… Read more »

What are the basic requirements for an ETA?

2017-01-27What are the basic requirements in applying for an ETA?Among many reasons, the Australian government introduced the Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) to make it simpler for select countries to enter the country. It isn't really hard to obta… Read more »