An Australian Government mobile application that you can use to lodge an Australian Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) application. The ETA allows eligible passport holders to travel to Australia for short-term stays for tourism or business visitor purposes.
See the Electronic Travel Authority website to find out more and check your eligibility to apply:
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/electronic-travel-authority-601
Support videos to assist with using the Australian ETA app are available as follows:
Scanning your passport:
https://bordertv.au.vbrickrev.com/sharevideo/2d607dd8-829b-408c-8eb5-4005b7e5ef60
Reading the eChip (USA passports):
https://bordertv.au.vbrickrev.com/sharevideo/08294c2c-91a6-4d09-a696-bd41a76866d0
Reading the eChip (Non-USA passports):
https://bordertv.au.vbrickrev.com/sharevideo/3f24932c-d86b-4367-bd66-99d9225203ce
Taking a photo of yourself:
https://bordertv.au.vbrickrev.com/sharevideo/03cc38fc-d065-4507-92c3-01d45f76e6e1
Please note that use of the Australian ETA App incurs a non-refundable service fee of $20.
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This app hasFast and efficient application process
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This app hasAutomatic data capture from passport chip
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This app hasInstant visa approval in some cases
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This app hasConvenient mobile app experience
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This app hasHelpful instructional videos
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This app hasStraightforward selfie capture process
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This app hasDifficulty with photo/selfie capture
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This app hasIssues with NFC/chip reading, especially for older passports
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This app hasUnreliable facial recognition
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This app hasLack of clear error messages and troubleshooting guidance
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This app hasConcerns about app security and lack of support
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This app hasChallenges with handling minors and children
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This app hasMandatory app usage, no website option available
What's New in AustralianETA
1.16.0
December 4, 2024
This latest version contains a number of improvements and bug fixes.