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title: Australia visa for citizens of the Netherlands
description: "Citizens of the Netherlands 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 the Netherlands

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

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/trav/visa-1/601-

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eTA · Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) · Visitor (up to 90 days)
- **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

## How to apply

1. **Gather documents** — Prepare a valid Dutch passport, digital photo, email address, and payment card.
2. **Complete online application** — Fill the ETA application on the official Australian Department of Home Affairs website or via the Australian ETA app.
3. **Pay the application fee** — Pay AUD 20 using a credit or debit card.
4. **Receive ETA grant notification** — The ETA is typically approved within minutes; check email for the grant letter.
5. **Travel to Australia** — Present the same passport used in the application upon arrival; no visa label required.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (biometric, Dutch)** (Identity): Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
- **Digital passport photo** (Identity): Recent passport-style photograph, JPEG format.
- **Email address** (Identity): For ETA grant notification.
- **Credit or debit card** (Financial): For online payment of AUD 20 fee.
- **Travel itinerary (if available)** (Travel, optional): Optional but helpful for intended travel dates.
- **Criminal history disclosure (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Must declare any criminal convictions if asked.

## Good to know

- The ETA is electronically linked to your passport; you must travel with the same passport used in the application.
- 90 days maximum stay per visit within a 12-month period if granted.
- Overstaying may lead to future visa difficulties.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Criminal record or prior visa non-compliance** — Declare any criminal history truthfully and ensure previous visas were not breached.
- **Invalid passport or mismatched details** — Double-check passport validity and that personal details match exactly.
- **Payment failure** — Ensure sufficient funds and correct card details.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the Netherlands need a visa for Australia?

Citizens of the Netherlands don't need a visa for Australia but must get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) online before travelling. Visa type: Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) · Visitor (up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of the Netherlands stay in Australia?

Up to 90 days.

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

Government fee: A$20.

### How long does Australia visa processing take?

Typically Up to 1 day.

### What documents do citizens of the Netherlands need for Australia?

Valid passport (biometric, Dutch); Digital passport photo; Email address; Credit or debit card; Travel itinerary (if available); Criminal history disclosure (if any).

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/trav/visa-1/601-

## Sources

- [homeaffairs.gov.au](https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/trav/visa-1/601-)

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