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Visa-free countries for Australian passport holders: Complete list

Got an Australian passport? You’ve got visa-free access to 100+ countries! Know where you can go, how long you can stay, and what to watch out for before you take off.

If you hold an Australian passport, you have access to 186 visa-free or visa-on-arrival destinations! According to the Henley Global Passport Index, Australia ranks 6th globally for travel freedom, meaning fewer visa hassles and more spontaneous trips.

But visa-free travel isn’t always the same everywhere. Some countries allow 90 days of stay, while others may require a visa or an electronic travel authority (ETA) upon arrival.

There are also different entry requirements for business purposes, tourism, or transit.

This guide has everything you need to know — a full list of visa-free countries for Australian passport holders, how long you can stay, and any special conditions.

We’ve also included a travel map so you can quickly see where you can enter visa-free with a valid Australian passport.

First, here’s a quick look at all visa-free countries:

Continent	Australian passport visa free countries
Europe	Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican City, Türkiye
Asia	Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong (SAR China), Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Macao (SAR China), Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Palestinian Territory, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan (Chinese Taipei), Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan
Americas	Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Cayman Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Curacao, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Greenland, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Montserrat, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, United States, Uruguay, US Virgin Islands, Venezuela
Africa	Angola, Botswana, Burundi, Cape Verde Islands, Comoro Islands, Djibouti, Egypt, eSwatini, Ethiopia, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mayotte, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Reunion, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, St. Helena, Tanzania, The Gambia, Tunisia, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Oceania	American Samoa, Cook Islands, Fiji, French Polynesia, Guam, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

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Visa-free countries for Australian passport holders

Whether you’re heading to Europe, Asia, the Americas, Africa, or Oceania, several countries allow you to enter hassle-free for tourism or business. Below is a breakdown of where you can go visa-free and how long you can stay.

📌 Note: Immigration rules can change, so always check with the Australian government or the destination’s official sources before you travel.

A travel map of Australia’s global access. Source: Henley Global Passport Index

Visa-free countries for Australians visiting Europe

While Australians can visit many European countries without a visa, there’s a key difference between Schengen and non-Schengen countries.

The visa-free Schengen Area is made up of 29 countries. These countries operate under a shared visa policy that allows border-free travel within the region.

Australians must obtain and maintain a European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) approval to enter all Schengen countries visa-free for short stays starting 1 May 2025, with full enforcement by 2026.

ETIAS applies to all Schengen members, including non-EU states like Switzerland, Norway, and Iceland as well as a few other European Microstates like Andorra and Monaco.

It is valid for 3 years or until passport expiry and costs €7 (AUD $11.70) for travelers aged 18–70. Always check the official ETIAS website for updates before travel.

Places like the UK and Ireland have chosen to maintain their own border controls and visa rules, staying out of the Schengen agreement.

This means you’ll need to follow separate entry requirements when traveling between Schengen and non-Schengen countries.

Schengen Area — 90 days in 180

📌 Key rules for Schengen visa-free travel
✅Maximum stay: 90 days within a 180-day period (total across all Schengen countries)
✅No visa required for short stays
✅Overstaying can lead to penalties, entry bans, or deportation
✅You must exit after 90 days and stay out for another 90 days before re-entering
✅Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure date

Australian passport holders can travel to 29 visa-free Schengen countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period for tourism, business, or visiting family.

If you’re planning an extended trip across multiple Schengen countries, it’s important to pack for international travel wisely, ensuring you have everything you need for different climates and activities.

Once you reach 90 days, you must leave the Schengen Area and remain outside for another 90 days before re-entering visa-free.

Schengen visa-free countries	Visa-free stay duration
Austria	90 days – extensions available under a bilateral agreement
Belgium	90 days
Bulgaria	90 days
Croatia	90 days
Czechia	90 days
Denmark	90 days
Estonia	90 days
Finland	90 days
France	90 days
Germany	90 days
Greece	90 days
Hungary	90 days
Iceland	90 days
Italy	90 days
Latvia	90 days
Liechtenstein	90 days
Lithuania	90 days
Luxembourg	90 days
Malta	90 days
Netherlands	90 days
Norway	90 days
Poland	90 days
Portugal	90 days
Romania	90 days
Slovakia	90 days
Slovenia	90 days
Spain	90 days
Sweden	90 days
Switzerland	90 days

Other visa-free European countries for Australians

Some European countries outside the Schengen Area also allow visa-free travel for Australians but with different time limits:

Country	Maximum stay (visa-free)	Special conditions
Albania	Up to 90 days	None
Andorra	Up to 90 days	None
Bosnia & Herzegovina	Up to 90 days	None
Georgia	Up to 1 year	None
Ireland	Up to 90 days – visa issued on arrival automatically	No advance visa needed
Kosovo	Up to 90 days	None
Moldova	Up to 90 days	None
Monaco	Up to 90 days	Transit via France/Spain triggers Schengen rules
Montenegro	Up to 90 days	None
North Macedonia	Up to 90 days	None
San-Marino	Up to 90 days	None
Serbia	Up to 90 days	None
Ukraine	Up to 90 days	None
United Kingdom	Up to 6 months	No work allowed
Vatican City	Up to 90 days	Accessible only via Italy; Schengen rules apply

Special case: Austria’s bilateral visa-free agreement

Austria has a bilateral agreement with Australia that allows an extra 90 days beyond the standard Schengen visa-free period.

📌 Key rules for visiting Austria
✅ After staying 90 days under Schengen rules, you can extend for another 90 days without leaving Austria
❌ You cannot travel to other Schengen countries during the extension
❌ Once your extended stay ends, you must exit Austria directly to a non-Schengen country

Asian visa-free countries for Australians

Even though a visa isn’t required, entry conditions still apply in most Asian countries. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date in places like Brunei, Singapore, and Thailand.

Many immigration officials may ask for proof of onward travel, meaning you might need to show a return flight ticket at border control. It’s also a good idea to check whether your phone plan lets you make international calls in case you need to confirm bookings or contact local services.

It’s important to track your visa-free days to avoid overstaying, as this can lead to fines, deportation, or entry bans. Always check the latest entry rules before your trip, as policies can change frequently.

Here’s a quick list of popular visa-free destinations for Australians visiting Asia:

Country	Visa-free stay duration
Hong Kong (SAR China)	90 days
Indonesia	30 days
Israel	90 days
Japan	90 days
Kazakhstan	30 days
Malaysia	90 days
Philippines	30 days
Singapore	90 days
South Korea	90 days
Taiwan (Chinese Taipei)	90 days
Thailand	30 days
United Arab Emirates	30 days
Uzbekistan	30 days
Vietnam	45 days
Qatar	30 days
Macao (SAR China)	30 days

American visa-free countries for Australians

📌 Key considerations for Australians traveling to the Americas:
✅ Many countries require proof of onward travel (such as a return flight ticket) at immigration
✅ You must have enough funds to support your stay — some border officials may ask for proof
✅ Visa-free stays are for tourism or business only — if you plan to work, study, or stay long-term, you’ll need a visa
✅ Entry is always at the discretion of immigration officials, even if you meet visa-free requirements

Australian passport holders can travel visa-free to many countries across North, Central, and South America for tourism, business, or transit purposes. However, the length of stay and entry conditions vary by country.

In the United States, you can stay visa-free for up to 90 days under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). However, you must apply for an Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) before departure.

Canada allows you to stay for up to six months without a visa, but you’ll need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) if arriving by air.

While you don’t need a visa, many countries require proof of onward travel, meaning you may need to show a return flight ticket at immigration.

Some, like Colombia and Brazil, allow visa-free extensions, while others, like Mexico and Peru, offer longer stays upfront.

🚨 Important: Overstaying the 90-day limit under the VWP can result in entry bans, deportation, or legal consequences

Here’s a quick list of all American visa-free countries for Australians:

Country	Visa-free stay duration
Argentina	90 days
Bahamas	90 days
Barbados	180 days
Belize	30 days
Bolivia	90 days
Brazil	90 days
Canada	90 days (ETA required)
Chile	90 days
Colombia	90 days
Costa Rica	90 days
Dominica	180 days
Dominican Republic	90 days
Ecuador	90 days
El Salvador	90 days
Grenada	90 days
Guatemala	90 days
Guyana	90 days
Haiti	90 days
Honduras	90 days
Jamaica	90 days
Mexico	180 days
Nicaragua	90 days
Panama	90 days
Paraguay	90 days
Peru	183 days
Saint Kitts and Nevis	90 days
Saint Lucia	42 days
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines	90 days
Suriname	90 days
Trinidad and Tobago	90 days
United States	90 days (ESTA required)
Uruguay	90 days
Venezuela	90 days

African visa-free countries for Australians

📌 Key travel considerations for Australians visiting Africa
✅ Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your stay and have enough blank pages for entry stamps and visas
✅ Some countries require proof of vaccination (e.g., yellow fever) if arriving from affected areas. Check health requirements before departure
✅ Seychelles issues a visitor’s permit on arrival, even though it is visa-free. Apply for a Digital Travel Authorisation in advance

You can travel visa-free to several African countries, while others allow you to obtain a visa on arrival. Here’s a quick look:

Country	Visa-free stay duration
Botswana	90 days
Cape Verde Islands	Visa on arrival
Comoro Islands	Visa on arrival
Egypt	Visa on arrival
eSwatini (Swaziland)	30 days
Gabon	eVisa required
Kenya	eVisa required
Lesotho	90 days
Madagascar	Visa on arrival
Malawi	90 days
Mauritius	90 days
Morocco	90 days
Mozambique	Visa on arrival
Namibia	90 days
Rwanda	Visa on arrival
Senegal	90 days
Seychelles	90 days
South Africa	90 days
Tanzania	Visa on arrival
The Gambia	90 days
Tunisia	90 days
Uganda	Visa on arrival
Zambia	Visa on arrival
Zimbabwe	Visa on arrival

Oceania visa-free countries for Australians

📌 Important travel considerations for Australians visiting Oceania countries
✅ Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your stay, as most Pacific nations require this
✅ Some destinations require proof of onward travel, meaning you may need to show a return ticket upon arrival
✅ Visa-free access is for tourism and short visits only — if you plan to work or stay longer, check visa options before traveling
✅ New Zealand allows Australians to enter indefinitely, but customs officers may ask about your stay if you don’t have a return ticket or long-term plans

The length of stay varies, with some destinations allowing 30 days, while others, like Fiji and New Zealand, offer longer stays with fewer restrictions. Here’s a quick look:

Country	Visa-free stay duration
American Samoa	30 days
Cook Islands	90 days
Fiji	4 months
Kiribati	90 days
Marshall Islands	90 days (Visa on arrival)
Micronesia	30 days
Nauru	30 days, extendable up to 90 days total
New Caledonia	90 days
New Zealand	90 days
Niue	30 days
Northern Mariana Islands	90 days (ESTA required under the US Visa Waiver Program)
Palau Islands	30 days (Visa on arrival)
Papua New Guinea	60 days (eVISA required)
Samoa	60 days
Solomon Islands	90 days (Visa on arrival)
Tonga	90 days
Tuvalu	30 days (Visa on arrival)
Vanuatu	30 days

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