ETIAS for Australians
Full ETIAS guide for Australia citizens visiting Europe
Australians will need ETIAS authorization to visit Europe's Schengen Area from Q4 2026. It costs €20, is active for 3 years, and most applications are approved in minutes.
- Cost
- €20
- Validity
- 3 years
- Processing
- Minutes
- Launch
- Q4 2026
- Passport Rank
- #22 of 199
What Australians Need to Know About ETIAS
ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) is a new pre-screening system for visa-exempt travelers visiting Europe's Schengen Area. As Australian citizens, you will need to register for ETIAS online before entering any of the 30 Schengen countries. The good news: ETIAS is straightforward, affordable, and active for multiple trips over 3 years. Most applications are processed in minutes. The Australia passport ranks #22 globally, providing visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 154 countries. This excellent mobility means ETIAS is a quick step — not a full visa process.
- ETIAS Cost
- €20
- Valid For
- 3 years
- Processing
- Minutes
- Visa-Free Access
- 154 countries
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Passport requirements
Valid 3+ months beyond your Schengen departure date
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How Australians Apply for ETIAS
- 1
Go to the official portal
Go to travel-europe.europa.eu/etias when the portal opens (expected Summer 2026).
- 2
Complete the application
Supply your Australia passport details, travel plans, and answer security questions.
- 3
Pay €20
Free for travelers under 18 or over 70. Payment by credit or debit card.
- 4
Await approval
Most processed in minutes. ETIAS is electronically linked to your passport.
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Planning to stay longer than 90 days?
ETIAS only covers 90 days in any 180-day window. If you want to live in Europe for 12 months or more, a Digital Nomad Visa is the legal route, and your time on it does not count against your Schengen visitor allowance.