Australia eVisitor Visa for Swiss Citizens

Does a Swiss citizen need a visa for Australia?

Yes, Swiss citizens need a visa for Australia. Swiss is eligible for an eVisitor Subclass 651 visa and must apply for a Visa before traveling to Australia. The Subclass 651 visa process is simple and can be done online, allowing Swiss to easily obtain Australian visas for their trip to Australia.

The eVisitor Visa allows Swiss citizens to stay in Australia for up to 3 months at a time, and it is valid for multiple entries within 12 months.

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eVisitor subclass 651 Visa for Swiss Citizens

The Subclass 651 visa allows Swiss citizens to visit Australia for tourism or business purposes. To apply for this visa, Swiss citizens must have a valid passport, provide proof of health insurance, and meet certain character requirements.

For Swiss citizens, the Australian Immigration Department offers two types of eVisitor visas:

Australia Tourist Visa for Swiss Citizens

Swiss Citizens who wish to travel to Australia for a vacation or to spend time with family, friends, and relatives can apply for an eVisitor Visa Australia Tourist (Subclass 651).

Cruise - A visa is necessary for round-trip cruises to Australia. The time spent on the ship counts as time spent in Australia, therefore you aren't considered to have left Australia. It is important to know that a round-trip cruise will not extend your visa duration.

Australia Business Visa for Swiss Citizens

The eVisitor Visa Australia Business Subclass 651 is ideal for Swiss who desire to visit Australia only for business-related purposes. It is a convenient option for those looking to attend meetings and conferences or explore business opportunities in Australia.

As a Swiss Business eVisitor in Australia, you can:

• Make general business or employment inquiries
• Investigate, negotiate, enter into, or review a business contract
• Conduct activities as part of an official government visit
• Take part in a conference, trade fair, or seminar. The organizers can't pay you to take part

eVisitor Visa for Study or Training

With an eVisitor 651 visa, Swiss nationals can also study or train for a maximum of three months. However, if they plan to study or train for longer periods, they will need to apply for a different category of visa.

What Documents are Required for eVisitor Application as Swiss Citizens?

The following documents are required when applying for an eVisitor visa from Switzerland:

• Passport, valid for at least six more months
• A valid email address
• A credit or debit card to pay the fee

The requirements for the eVisitor are simpler than those for a conventional tourist visa.

eVisitor visa Applicants could be required to submit scanned copies of the following documents if the visa officers reviewing their application determine they require further information.

• Your passport’s bio page. The page includes your picture and name
• A copy of your ID Card (front and back)
• Proof of the reason you are visiting Australia
• A travel itinerary
• Proof of accommodation in Australia, such as a hotel booking or letter from a friend/relative who will host you
• Your flight reservation
• Proof that your trip is indeed temporary. (This might be an official letter from the institution of employment or education that specifies when you are supposed to return. It could also serve as evidence that you have responsibilities to your family and dependents back home.)
• Your bank statements from the last three months
• A list of your travel companions

How to Apply for eVisitor Visas Australia subclass 651 with a Swiss Passport?

Swiss citizens must stay outside Australia while applying for a Subclass 651 visa.

eVisitor online application allows convenient submission from anywhere in the world, removing the need to visit the embassy or consulate in person. An efficient process ensures quick response and hassle-free entry to Australia.

Apply for the eVisitor online:

• Fill in the online application form with accurate information
• Provide the required documents
• Apply online (submit applicants’ documents)

* Once the visa has been approved, we will email it to you in PDF format and make a download link available on the website. There is no need to register.

What Documents Are Needed at Entry Checkpoints into Australia:

To allow you entry into the country from Switzerland, an Australian Border Force (ABF) officer will review the following travel documents:

• Your DFTTA or your ImmiCard
• Your incoming passenger cards
• If you have a passport or a ‘titre de voyage’, you should present this here.

24/7, our personnel are available to assist you. Please feel free to contact our support team if you have any questions about eVisitor Visa Australia subclass 651 or how to apply for an eVisitor (Subclass 651) Visa.