Christmas Island visa application and requirements

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    ETA Tourist (subclass 601)
    required
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    Tourist E-visa (subclass 600)
    required
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    Business E-visa (subclass 600)
    required
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    ETA Business (subclass 601)
    required

Christmas Island ETA Tourist (subclass 601)

A visa is required for this destination.

Passports and visas are not required when travelling from the Australian mainland. However, photographic identification must be produced for clearance through Customs and Immigration. Normal Australian Customs and Immigration procedures apply when entry is made from outside Australia.

Passports and visas are not required when travelling from the Australian mainland. However, photographic identification must be produced for clearance through Customs and Immigration. Normal Australian Customs and Immigration procedures apply when entry is made from outside Australia.

Fill out Christmas Island ETA Tourist (subclass 601) application form online

  • Passport copy. A copy of your valid, signed passport with at least 6 months validity. Please do NOT send your original passport.

  • Passport pages. Provide evidence of past travel. This should be a copy of all of the pages of your current passport showing all entry and exit stamps from other countries. Also provide a copy of all pages of your expired passport if available.

  • Proof of status. Copy of Green Card (both sides) or other proof of legal status in the US (such as copy of I-20, US visa, H1B approval notice, etc.) In case the applicant is an F1 or H1B US visa holder, a copy of the I-94 (the I-94 is a document stapled to the passport) is required. Provide evidence of your visa or residence status in your country of residence, including your right to return.

  • Bank statement. Copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.

  • Employment letter. This could include a letter from your employer stating your current role or a copy of your employment contract. If you are applying for a Visitor visa, you can also include payslips and confirmation from your employer that you have approved leave. If you are self employed, provide evidence of your business licence or registration and any other supporting documentation you have to demonstrate your role.

  • Itinerary. Copy of an itinerary or flight reservation from an airline or travel agent. Please do not purchase tickets until the visa has been issued. You may also provide Evidence of planned tourism activities in Australia, including hotel reservations and holiday or recreation plans.

  • Immediate Family Information. Evidence of immediate family members in country of residence. Please fill out Family Composition form and provide copies of valid ID and their contact information of your family members.

  • ID Card. Provide a copy of your national identity card/s (other than your passport). You must provide a copy of both sides of each card.

  • Additional documents. (may be required) - Exceptional reasons for extended stay (over 12 months).

  • Passport copy. A copy of your valid, signed passport with at least 6 months validity. Please do NOT send your original passport.

  • Passport pages. Provide evidence of past travel. This should be a copy of all of the pages of your current passport showing all entry and exit stamps from other countries. Also provide a copy of all pages of your expired passport if available.

  • Proof of status. Copy of Green Card (both sides) or other proof of legal status in the US (such as copy of I-20, US visa, H1B approval notice, etc.) In case the applicant is an F1 or H1B US visa holder, a copy of the I-94 (the I-94 is a document stapled to the passport) is required. Provide evidence of your visa or residence status in your country of residence, including your right to return.

  • Bank statement. Copy of the applicant's most recent monthly bank statement. The statement must clearly show the applicant's name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, and the date of the statement.

  • Employment letter. An employment verification letter from applicant's employer on business letterhead, with contact details, stating that a leave of absence has been granted, purpose and duration of the trip, and that you will be returning to your current job. If you are self-employed, include a copy of your business license and tax return. For students, please submit an official letter from your school indicating that you are in good standing and that you are registered for the upcoming semester. If you are retired please submit proof of your retirement fund.

  • Business invitation. Provide evidence of your proposed business activities in Australia. This could include: Business reason for travel to Australia. An invitation letter detailing the purpose of the visit (include contact details of the inviter) Or a registration for a conference or event.

  • Immediate Family Information. Evidence of immediate family members in country of residence. Please fill out Family Composition form and provide copies of valid ID and their contact information of your family members.

  • Birth certificate. Birth or marriage certificates of immediate family not accompanying you to Australia: Provide evidence of your intention to return to your home country.

  • ID Card. Provide a copy of your national identity card/s (other than your passport). You must provide a copy of both sides of each card.

  • Additional documents. (may be required) - Exceptional reasons for extended stay (over 12 months).

  • Passport copy. A clear scan of the information page of your valid, signed passport.

  • Passport-type photograph. Submit a recent, high-resolution photo (not on a white background) with a neutral expression. Provide 2–3 options to ensure embassy approval.

  • Passport-type photograph. Submit a recent, high-resolution photo (not on a white background) with a neutral expression. Provide 2–3 options to ensure embassy approval.

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A visa is not required for this destination.

Additional information
  • Christmas Island is a territory of Australia.
  • Christmas Island is a territory of Australia.
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Christmas Island ETA Tourist (subclass 601) fees for citizens of United States of America

Type of visaValidity
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Processing
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
Embassy feeService feeCase credit
The fee will be credited towards future filings through VisaHQ.
TaxTotal cost
Multiple entry (90 days stay)
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Up to 1 year
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
1-2 business days
$14.00$79.00$0.00$0.00
Embassy fee:$14.00
Service fee:$79.00
Case credit*:$0.00
Tax:$0.00
Total cost:$93.00
$93.00
Multiple entry (90 days stay)
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Up to 1 year
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
1-2 business days
$14.00$79.00$0.00$0.00
Embassy fee:$14.00
Service fee:$79.00
Case credit*:$0.00
Tax:$0.00
Total cost:$93.00
$93.00
Multiple entry (90 days stay)
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Up to 1 year
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
30 business days
$132.00$109.00$0.00$0.00
Embassy fee:$132.00
Service fee:$109.00
Case credit*:$0.00
Tax:$0.00
Total cost:$241.00
$241.00
Multiple entry (90 days stay)
Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa.
Up to 1 year
Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only.
30 business days
$133.00$139.00$0.00$0.00
Embassy fee:$133.00
Service fee:$139.00
Case credit*:$0.00
Tax:$0.00
Total cost:$272.00
$272.00
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