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title: Australia visa for citizens of Brunei
description: "Citizens of Brunei don't need a visa for Australia but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: A$20. Processing: Up to 1 day. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Australia visa for citizens of Brunei

Citizens of Brunei don't need a visa for Australia but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling.

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/electronic-travel-authority-601

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eTA · Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) - Tourist
- **How to apply:** Electronic travel authorization (online)
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Visa validity:** 365 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** Up to 1 day
- **Government fee:** A$20
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare your information** — Have your passport, email address, and payment card ready.
2. **Access the official ETA portal** — Visit the Australian Department of Home Affairs website or use the ETA mobile app.
3. **Complete the online application form** — Enter personal details, passport information, and travel plans.
4. **Answer health and character questions** — Respond truthfully to questions about health and criminal history.
5. **Pay the application fee** — Pay AUD 20 using a credit or debit card.
6. **Submit the application** — Review your information and submit online.
7. **Receive the ETA grant notification** — Check your email for the ETA approval, usually within minutes.
8. **Save or print the ETA confirmation** — Keep a copy of the grant notification for travel and immigration purposes.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid Passport (BN)** (Identity): Must be valid for the duration of stay in Australia.
- **Email Address** (Identity): Used for receiving ETA grant notification and correspondence.
- **Credit or Debit Card** (Financial): For online payment of the AUD 20 application fee.

## Good to know

- Your passport must be valid for the entire period of your stay in Australia.
- ETA is not a visa; you cannot work or study long-term on an ETA.
- You must leave Australia before the 90-day stay limit, and within 12 months of grant.
- You must hold a return or onward ticket or have sufficient funds to purchase one.
- Providing false information will result in refusal or cancellation.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Criminal record or character concerns** — Declare any history honestly; provide supporting documents if required.
- **Health condition that poses a risk to public health** — Be truthful about health conditions; consult a doctor for clearance if needed.
- **Previous visa cancellation or overstay in Australia or other countries** — Provide accurate travel history and reasons for any overstays.
- **Incomplete or incorrect application details** — Double-check all entries before submission; use the exact name as on the passport.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Brunei need a visa for Australia?

Citizens of Brunei don't need a visa for Australia but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) - Tourist.

### How long can citizens of Brunei stay in Australia?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Australia visa cost for citizens of Brunei?

Government fee: A$20.

### How long does Australia visa processing take?

Typically Up to 1 day.

### What documents do citizens of Brunei need for Australia?

Valid Passport (BN); Email Address; Credit or Debit Card.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/electronic-travel-authority-601

## Sources

- [immi.homeaffairs.gov.au](https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/electronic-travel-authority-601)

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