Electronic Travel Authority (Subclass 601) — Not for Indian passport holdersVerified 2026-04-19Australia Electronic Travel Authority (Subclass 601) — Informational
The Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) (subclass 601) is a fast-processed online visa for short visits to Australia (tourism or business) — but eligibility is restricted to a limited list of passports. Indian passport holders are NOT eligible for ETA; they must apply for the Visitor visa (subclass 600) instead. This page exists only for information, in case you're researching on behalf of an ETA-eligible passport holder.
Indian citizens are NOT eligible for the ETA. This page is informational only. Please apply for the Visitor visa (subclass 600) Tourist stream instead.
Processing
Often within minutes, sometimes up to several days
Stay Duration
Up to 3 months per visit (typically)
Starting Fee
AUD 20
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 NOT available to Indian passport holders.
- 2Indian citizens must apply for the Visitor visa (subclass 600) — see our Australia Tourist Visa and Business Visa guides.
- 3If you hold dual citizenship with an ETA-eligible country, you may apply on that passport directly.
Who Can Apply
- Passport holders from ETA-eligible countries only: USA, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, Brunei and a small list of others
- Short visits — tourism, business meetings, family visits up to 3 months
Not eligible under this visa:
- Indian passport holders (must apply for subclass 600 Visitor visa)
- Most other passport holders globally
- Anyone needing to stay longer than 3 months per visit
- Anyone intending to work or study formally
Fees (in INR)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| ETA (subclass 601) — Service charge | AUD 20 |
Not applicable to Indian passport holders. Indian applicants must apply for the Visitor visa (subclass 600) at AUD 200 instead.
Documents Required
For Eligible Passport Holders Only (NOT Indian)
- !ETA-eligible passport
Valid for duration of visit.
- !Return or onward ticket
- !Sufficient funds for stay
- !No criminal history of concern
! = mandatory · ○ = optional / if applicable
🗺️ Step-by-Step Application Process
Not applicable for Indian passport holders
Indian citizens cannot apply for ETA. Please use the Visitor visa (subclass 600) Tourist stream instead.
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
Can I get an Australia ETA with my Indian passport?+
Why isn't India on the ETA list?+
What should I apply for instead?+
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 eVisitor (Subclass 651) — Informational
eVisitor (subclass 651) is a free online visa for short visits to Australia, but it is exclusively for European passport holders. Indian citizens are NOT eligible — apply for 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.