eVisitor (Subclass 651) — European passports onlyVerified 2026-04-19Australia eVisitor (Subclass 651) — Informational
The eVisitor (subclass 651) is a free online visa for short tourism or business visits to Australia (up to 3 months). It is exclusively for passport holders of European Union and selected European countries. Indian passport holders are NOT eligible for eVisitor. This page is informational only.
Indian citizens are NOT eligible for eVisitor. This page is informational only. Please apply for the Visitor visa (subclass 600) Tourist stream instead.
Processing
Often within 1–3 working days
Stay Duration
Up to 3 months per visit
Starting Fee
FREE
Apply At
11 VFS centres
Special Instructions — Read Before Applying
These requirements apply to ALL Australia visa types. Violations mean your application will be rejected — read each one carefully.
- 1This visa is ONLY for European passport holders.
- 2Indian citizens must apply for the Visitor visa (subclass 600).
- 3If you hold dual citizenship with an eligible European country, you may apply on that passport directly.
Who Can Apply
- European passport holders: all EU member states plus Andorra, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Malta, Monaco, Norway, San Marino, Switzerland, Vatican City
- Short visits for tourism or business (meetings, conferences) up to 3 months
Not eligible under this visa:
- Indian passport holders (must apply for subclass 600 Visitor visa)
- All non-European passport holders
- Anyone staying longer than 3 months per visit
- Anyone intending to work or study formally in Australia
Fees (in INR)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| eVisitor (subclass 651) | FREE |
Not applicable to Indian passport holders. Indian applicants must apply for the Visitor visa (subclass 600) at AUD 200 instead.
Documents Required
For Eligible European Passport Holders Only (NOT Indian)
- !Eligible European passport
- !Return or onward ticket
- !Sufficient funds for stay
- !Good character requirement
! = mandatory · ○ = optional / if applicable
🗺️ Step-by-Step Application Process
Not applicable for Indian passport holders
Indian citizens cannot apply for eVisitor. Please use the Visitor visa (subclass 600) Tourist stream.
Download Official Forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
📋 How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens VFS Switzerland page
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
ImmiAccount — Online Application Portal
Australia's official online visa application portal. ALL Australian visas for Indian applicants must be lodged here — no paper forms, no VFS lodgement. Create your ImmiAccount, select the visa subclass, pay online, and upload documents.
Department of Home Affairs — Official Website
Authoritative source for all Australian visa information. Includes Visa Finder tool, Visa Pricing Estimator, Visa Processing Time Guide, and health requirement details.
Visa Finder Tool
If you're unsure which visa is right for you — answer a few questions and the tool recommends matching visa subclasses.
VEVO — Visa Entitlement Verification Online
After visa grant, use VEVO to check your visa conditions, stay period, and entry rights. Australia grants digital visas only — no sticker in passport.
VFS Application Centres
Frequently Asked Questions
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This page is for information only
SureshotVisa does not process this visa category. For other Australia visa types we can help with — Tourist, Visitor, Business, Student, or Family Reunification — see the related visa types below.
Other Australia Visa Types
Australia Tourist Visa (Subclass 600 — Tourist Stream)
Australian visitor visa for Indian citizens travelling to Australia for tourism, sightseeing, or visiting friends and relatives. Typically 3, 6 or 12 months stay.
Australia Business Visa (Subclass 600 — Business Visitor Stream)
Australian business visitor visa for Indian professionals attending meetings, conferences, negotiations, or exploratory business visits. Paid employment is NOT permitted.
Australia Sponsored Family Visa (Subclass 600 — Sponsored Family Stream)
Australian visitor visa for Indian citizens visiting close relatives who are Australian citizens/PR holders and who sponsor the application. An Assurance of Support may be required.
Australia Electronic Travel Authority (Subclass 601) — Informational
The ETA (subclass 601) is Australia's quick online visa for tourism/business visits, but it is NOT available to Indian passport holders. Indian citizens must apply for the Visitor visa (subclass 600) instead.
Australia Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462) — Informational
Informational guide. The Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) allows young Indians aged 18–30 to work and travel in Australia for up to 12 months, but India has a ballot-based quota. SureshotVisa does not process work visas.
Australia Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417) — Informational
Informational guide. The Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) is NOT available to Indian passport holders. Indian citizens should refer to the Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) via the annual ballot.
Australia Student Visa (Subclass 500)
The Student visa (subclass 500) allows Indian students to live in Australia and undertake a full-time eligible course of study — school, VET, undergraduate, postgraduate, or research — for up to 6 years.
Australia Student Guardian Visa (Subclass 590)
The Student Guardian visa (subclass 590) allows an Indian parent, custodian, or close relative aged 21+ to come to Australia to provide care and support for a student visa holder under 18 (or in exceptional cases, 18+).
Source & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global Australia website and Embassy of Australia. Last verified 2026-04-19. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.