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Do Ukrainian citizens need a visa for Australia?
Yes, Ukrainian citizens eligible for the eVisitor (Subclass 651) must apply for this visa before traveling to Australia. This visa allows short-term stays for tourism or business for up to 3 months per visit within a 12-month period. Ukrainian citizens may also apply for an ETA instead of an eVisitor.
What documents are required for eVisitors (Subclass 651) for Ukrainians?
Applicants need:
• A valid passport from an eligible country.
• Evidence of financial capacity, if requested.
• Proof of no criminal convictions leading to imprisonment of 12 months or more.
• Applicants must be free of tuberculosis (Potential health examination results if necessary).
Health insurance requirements for citizens from Ukraine
While health insurance is not mandatory for eVisitor visa holders, it is highly recommended. It can cover unforeseen medical expenses, emergencies, and other unexpected situations during the visit.
How can Ukrainian citizens apply for eVisitors (Subclass 651) to Australia?
The application is entirely online:
1. Create an ImmiAccount: Register on the Australian Home Affairs website.
2. Fill out the eVisitor application form: Provide accurate details about your identity, travel purpose, and history.
3. Attach supporting documents: Upload scans of your passport and additional documents (if required).
4. Submit your application: Once submitted, you’ll receive an acknowledgment.
5. Processing and approval: Wait for email confirmation, typically received within 3 working days.
What are cost and processing times for Ukrainians?
• Cost: Free of charge.
• Processing time: Typically within 3 business days, though delays may occur due to individual circumstances or application volumes.
What iconic spots in Australia should citizens from Ukraine explore?
1. Sydney: Visit the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge for iconic views and a mix of culture and city life.
2. Great Barrier Reef: Dive or snorkel in this stunning underwater world, home to vibrant marine life and coral reefs.
3. Melbourne: Explore artsy laneways, world-class coffee spots, and bustling cultural hubs in this lively city.
4. Uluru (Ayers Rock): Witness the breathtaking beauty of this sacred sandstone formation in the Australian Outback.
5. Great Ocean Road: Drive along dramatic coastlines and see the famous Twelve Apostles rock formations.
Transit 72 hours or less
If you are transiting through Australia, you must get a ticket for the next flight that departs Australia no later than 72 hours after your first entry. If a suitable connecting flight is not available, transit through Australia will not be possible.
Visa requirements
To transit through Australia, you must have a valid visa or be from an eligible Transit Without Visa (TWOV) country. The list can be found at https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/transit-771/travellers-eligible-to-transit-without-visa.
If you do not have a valid visa or are not eligible for TWOV, you must apply for a visa to enter Australia. An Australian transit visa (subclass 711) allows eligible individuals to transit through Australia for up to 72 hours.
Cats and dogs can only be brought into Australia from approved countries. Pets traveling from New Zealand must have resided in the country from birth or for 90 days prior to the date of removal to Australia. Pets must not be in quarantine at the time of shipment and must be at least eight weeks old. Cats and dogs must not be pregnant for more than 40 days at the time of removal.
You can only transport certain species of birds and domestic rabbits from New Zealand. Australia does not allow any other pets to be brought into the country.
Check the country category
The Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources recognizes four different categories of countries depending on the rabies risk of animals coming from those countries. Cats and dogs from approved countries are allowed to enter, subject to compliance with all veterinary requirements.
Category I: New Zealand, Norfolk Island, Cocos Island
Category II: American Samoa, Bahrain, Barbados, Christmas Island, Cook Islands, Falkland Islands, Micronesia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Guam, Hawaii, Iceland, Japan, Kiribati, Mauritius, Nauru, New Caledonia, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Wallis and Futuna.
Category III: Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Austria, Bahamas, Belgium, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Canary and Balearic Islands, Cayman Islands, Chile, Republic of Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland , France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Isle of Man, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Jersey, Kuwait, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Malta, Malaysia (Peninsula, Sabah and Sarawak only ), Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles and Aruba, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, South Africa, Reunion, Saipan, Serbia, Seychelles, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa Korea, Spain , Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sweden, Switzerland (including Liechtenstein), Taiwan, Trinidad and Tobago, United Arab Emirates, Great Britain, USA (including the District of Columbia, Northern Mariana Islands, Pooh Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands (but excluding Guam and Hawaii), Uruguay.
Category IV: All countries not listed in Groups I, II and III are prohibited countries and your animal cannot enter Australia directly from these destinations. Dogs and cats traveling from non-permitted countries must move to a category II or III country for six months before being eligible to enter Australia.
Microchip
All pets entering Australia must be implanted with an ISO 11784/11785 microchip that can be read by Avid, Destron or other ISO compliant readers. The microchip must be scanned after implantation and its number must be correctly recorded on all your pet's documents.
Entry permit
An import permit is required to bring your pet into Australia. You will need to submit an application and supporting documentation, which includes a rabies vaccination, a rabies test titer declaration and a rabies test laboratory report. All accompanying documentation must clearly state the animal's microchip number.
Import permits take about 20 days to process and are valid for 12 months from the date of issue. It is important that you submit the correct documentation.
Quarantine
Pets arriving from Category I countries are not required to spend time in quarantine. Your pet can go home with you after an inspection upon arrival. Cats and dogs entering Australia from Category II and Category III countries will spend around 10 days in a quarantine facility, provided your pet meets all veterinary requirements.
Fly on low-cost airlines to cover long distances
In Australia, traveling between major cities can take several days. The easiest way to travel long distances is to use airlines.
There are many reputable budget airlines that offer affordable flights throughout the country:
Tiger Air, Jet Star, Scoot, and Virgin Australia.
Use trains or buses within the city
In Australian cities, you'll find trams, subways and public buses, but trains are generally the best way to get around. The railroad network is extensive and quite affordable.
We recommend buying a travel card in a store and refilling it at the station. A train ride in the city usually costs only a couple of dollars. You need to put your card on the reader when you enter and exit the train platform.
Tipping
Tipping is not as common in Australia as it is in Europe and the United States. In cafes and restaurants, you can keep the change or round up the bill, while taxi drivers usually expect you to round up the bill to the nearest dollar. Only in more upscale restaurants is a service charge of ten percent the norm;
! Please note that on holidays, cafes and restaurants in cities may add an additional ten percent surcharge to the bill.
There is no bargaining here.
Communication
Getting an Australian SIM card is easy. You can buy one at any Woolworths, Coles, IGA or local post office.
If you're going to be spending a lot of time in rural or regional areas, choose a Telstra SIM card that offers the best coverage.
Optus is great for use in the city and has pretty good data deals.
! Keep in mind that Australian internet is slow. Moreover, the further you travel, the more unstable it will be.
Australia travel tips: Be sure to download offline Google maps for any area you're exploring so you can get around without the internet.
Tap water is safe to drink
Australia has clean tap water that you can drink. So you don't have to buy plastic water bottles. You will save money and help the environment. Bring a reusable water bottle with you and you can refill it anywhere during your stay in Australia.
Be aware of potential dangers
There are very dangerous animals in Australia: poisonous spiders and snakes, jellyfish, sea crocodiles and white sharks. Although fatal accidents are rare, it's a good idea to learn how to behave if you encounter these animals;
If you are going to protected areas, correlate your routes with safety information, find out what is found there. Don't walk without shoes, watch where you pitch your tent if you're camping.
If you can, avoid driving at night entirely to avoid kangaroo and emu incidents. And remember to drive on the left side of the road.
Sources:
1. https://www.roughguides.com
You can find Australian Embassies in different countries at: https://www.embassy-worldwide.com/country/australia/
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