Nature of Travel	Application Form	Photo “2x2”	Letter †	Copy of tickets or Itinerary	Vaccination Card	Invitation*
Tourists	1	1	Y	Y	N	N
Business	1	1	Y	N	N	N

TOURIST VISA

• Submit your valid, signed U.S. Passport, must have at least 6 months remaining. WVT can assist with obtaining U.S. Passports, whether new issue, renewal, or obtaining additional visa pages for a valid passport.

• 1 Application Form 48R, fully completed and signed.

• Proof of financial support while in Australia.

• Letter from employer confirming leave of absence and vacation dates.

• Letter from applicant explaining plans for the stay in Australia.

BUSINESS VISA

• 1 Application Form 456, fully completed and signed

• A business letter (for business only) of responsibility is required, stating the nature of the business to be performed the name of the business reference to be visited, guarantee sufficient financial support for the visit, and guarantee return transportation to the USA.

• The business letter (for business only) should be signed by a company officer other than the applicant. Typed on your company letterhead and addressed to:

Embassy of Australia
Visa Section, Washington, DC.

Visa Information

• For U.S. Citizens - No Visa required for non-extendable stay up to three months. Australia joined the U.S. Visa Waiver Pilot Program in July 1996. However, an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) is required. The ETA should be obtained approx 30 days before departure, as rejection may take a few days to resolve. The ETA can usually be issued by most travel agents or by telephone with the Australian-bound airline carrier.

• Visa applications not fully completed may result in delays in processing. Try not to leave any question blank. Tourism is considered to be sightseeing only. if attending a conference or visiting a business associate, follow instruction for business visa.

• Passport must contain two blank facing pages in order for a visa to be issued.

• Persons staying over 3 months in Australia are also required to supply a copy of the round trip itinerary and proof of sufficient funds for support in Australia. Also, should include a letter detailing your travel plans while in Australia.

Consular Fee per Visa
$70.00
Visas usually processed in 1-3 weeks

Tourist Visa:
$75.00 Per visa (for stays of 3-6 months)

Business Visa
$75.00 Per visa (for stay of up to 3 months)

Service Fee per Visa
Regular Process $45.00
Rush Process $70.00
Same-Day Process (if applicable) $90.00

If you have any questions, please call us in advance before you send it to us.
Return Postage :
1. Fedex Overnight :   $20.00 - $25.00
2. Fedex 2nd Day : $15.00
3. USPS Express Mail : $18.00
4. USPS Certified Mail : $7.00 (3-10 business days)
5. Courier Service : Call us for the fees !