Australia Passport Visa-Free Countries
67 visa-free destinations among the 88 we track
67
Visa-free
10
Visa on arrival
10
e-Visa available
0
Visa required
Counts reflect the popular destinations we currently track, not every country worldwide — your passport may grant visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to additional destinations. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration authority before travel.
The Australian passport sits firmly in the global top tier, ranked 7th on the Henley Passport Index with 182 destinations as of the April 2026 update. Australians travel visa-free across all 29 Schengen countries, most of the Americas, and every major East Asian hub, with only light-touch ETAs needed for the US, UK, and Canada. The 2024–2026 period has been unusually good to Australian travellers: China, Chile, and Turkey all dropped their visa requirements. For digital nomads, the standout combination is long Latin American stays (Mexico and Costa Rica at 180 days) plus an indefinite right to live and work in New Zealand under the Trans-Tasman arrangement.
Key Strengths
- Visa-free access to all 29 Schengen Area countries (90 days per 180-day period)
- Long-stay options in Canada (180 days with eTA), Mexico (180 days), Costa Rica (180 days), Jamaica (180 days), and the UK (180 days with ETA)
- Indefinite stay and work rights in New Zealand under the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement — no other passport gets this
- Strong Asia access: China (30 days visa-free through 2026), Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and Singapore (90 days each), Thailand (60 days)
Recent Policy Changes
Turkey abolished its e-visa requirement for Australians in April 2026, granting 90 days visa-free, and Chile dropped its visa requirement on 17 September 2025. China's 30-day visa-free entry (since 1 July 2024) has been extended through 31 December 2026, and South Korea's K-ETA waiver also runs to the end of 2026. Going the other way, Brazil has required an e-visa since 10 April 2025 and the UK ETA became mandatory for Australians on 8 January 2025, while the UAE extended its free visa on arrival from 30 to 90 days in 2025.
Where you can go
Australia Visa Access Map
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Visa-Free Countries
67 popular destinations you can visit without a visa
Europe (36 countries)
Asia (8 countries)
Americas (13 countries)
Middle East (4 countries)
Africa (4 countries)
Oceania (2 countries)
Every visa-free stay has a hard limit
Record your dates and review travel days in NomadSync as you plan. Confirm each destination's entry rules before travel.
Schengen Area Access
Australia passport holders can stay 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen countries combined. The 29 Schengen member states share a single visa policy — days spent in any member country count toward the same 90-day limit.
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Countries where Australian passport holders can get a visa at the border
e-Visa Available
Countries with online visa applications for Australian passport holders
Tips for Australian Passport Holders
Travel tips for Australian travelers
- •Thailand's 60-day visa exemption is being cut to 30 days — the change was approved in May 2026 and takes effect 15 days after Royal Gazette publication, so check the current rule before planning a long stay.
- •The ETIAS pre-travel authorization for the Schengen Area is expected to launch in late 2026 — it does not change your visa-free status.
- •China's 30-day visa-free entry is a trial measure that currently runs to 31 December 2026; verify it has been renewed before booking 2027 travel.
- •Spending 183+ days in one country in a year commonly triggers tax residency there, and the ATO applies its own resides and 183-day tests to determine Australian tax residency — track your days per country.
Longest visa-free stays in our data
Digital nomad visa options
These countries offer digital nomad visas and are accessible to Australian passport holders:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries can Australian passport holders visit visa-free?
Among the popular destinations we track, Australian passport holders can visit at least 67 completely visa-free. Including visa on arrival (10) and e-Visa destinations (10), a total of 87+ destinations are accessible without a traditional embassy visa. Your passport may also grant access to additional countries beyond those listed here.
Can Australian passport holders visit Europe without a visa?
Yes. Australia passport holders can visit all 29 Schengen Area countries visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This includes popular destinations like France, Germany, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands.
Which countries offer visa on arrival for Australian passport holders?
Among the destinations we track, 10 offer visa on arrival for Australia passport holders, including Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos, Nepal, Maldives. Check the destination's official rules before travel, including approved arrival points and any pre-registration requirements.
Which tracked visa-free destinations have the longest stays for Australian passport holders?
The longest stays recorded in our data include Georgia (365 days), New Zealand (365 days), United Kingdom (180 days), Canada (180 days). Check each destination's current entry conditions before booking.
What recent visa policy changes affect Australian passport holders?
Turkey abolished its e-visa requirement for Australians in April 2026, granting 90 days visa-free, and Chile dropped its visa requirement on 17 September 2025. China's 30-day visa-free entry (since 1 July 2024) has been extended through 31 December 2026, and South Korea's K-ETA waiver also runs to the end of 2026. Going the other way, Brazil has required an e-visa since 10 April 2025 and the UK ETA became mandatory for Australians on 8 January 2025, while the UAE extended its free visa on arrival from 30 to 90 days in 2025.
How often is this visa-free list updated?
The entry data for this passport was last reviewed in July 2026, with individual corrections made when we find changes. Visa policies can change at any time, so confirm the current rules with the destination country's official immigration authority before traveling.
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