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Australia visa requirements for Switzerland citizens (2026)

eTA / ETA required. Switzerland passport holders do not need a full visa for Australia, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling.

MRBy Muddassar Raza, Tripsol / MERN SolutionsLast updated Requirement: open passport-index dataset (17 Feb 2026) — not individually verified

Requirement
ETA

Dataset

Allowed stay
Per visa terms
Processing
ETA and eVisitor are usually processed quickly

Official source

Apply with us
from $60

All-in per traveler

Verify with the official source before travel. Entry rules can change without notice. Confirm on Australian Department of Home Affairs – visas or the Australia embassy before you book.

Do Switzerland citizens need a visa for Australia?

A quick electronic travel authorization must be approved before you fly.

Switzerland passport holders can currently enter 148 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival, and 37 more with an online ETA or e-Visa. Australia admits 46 of 198 passports without a full visa (visa-free, on arrival or ETA).

Documents required for the Australia ETA

  • Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport)
  • Email address and a payment card
  • Travel dates and first address
  • Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan

General checklist for this type of entry — not an official list. Requirements vary by purpose and personal circumstances; we confirm the exact list for your case when you apply.

Australia ETA processing time

ETA and eVisitor are usually processed quickly; apply before booking. (per the official source listed below). Apply well before your travel date.

Australia ETA cost & official fees

ETA (subclass 601, via AustralianETA app)AUD 20 service fee
eVisitor (subclass 651)Free

With Tripsol: from $60 per traveler, all-in. Total includes government fees where applicable and our service fee.

How to apply for the Australia ETA

  1. Apply online before you book or at least a few days before you fly.
  2. Enter passport details exactly as printed — typos are the #1 reason for problems.
  3. Pay the fee and wait for approval by email.
  4. Travel with the same passport you applied with.

Prefer a human to check it? Apply with Tripsol, or apply yourself on the official portal (Australian Department of Home Affairs – visas).

Entry tips for Australia

  • Apply for the ETA only through the official AustralianETA app.
  • Local currency is Australian dollar (AUD) — carry a card that works abroad and some cash for arrival costs.
  • Buy travel medical insurance that covers your whole stay.
  • An eSIM bought before you fly means data as soon as you land — handy for showing bookings at immigration.

Australia at a glance

CapitalCanberra
RegionAustralia and New Zealand
CurrencyAustralian dollar (AUD)
LanguagesEnglish

Sources & last verified

FactSourceChecked
Requirement & allowed stayOpen passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) — dataset-derived, not individually verified17 Feb 2026
Fees, processing & entry formalitiesHome Affairs — ETA (subclass 601)23 Oct 2026
Fees, processing & entry formalitiesAustralian Embassy USA — visas23 Oct 2026
Official portalAustralian Department of Home Affairs – visas23 Oct 2026
Independent official overviewUK FCDO — Australia entry requirements22 Oct 2026
EmbassyThe embassy or consulate of Australia in your country of residence—

The visa requirement on this page is derived from the open passport-index dataset (updated 17 Feb 2026) and has not been individually verified by our team. Documents and steps are general guidance. Always verify with the official source before travel.

Frequently asked questions

Do Switzerland citizens need a visa for Australia?

Switzerland passport holders do not need a full visa for Australia, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling.

How much is the official Australia ETA fee?

Official fees published by the Australia authorities: ETA (subclass 601, via AustralianETA app): AUD 20 service fee; eVisitor (subclass 651): Free. Source checked 23 Oct 2026; fees can change and the official portal shows the current amount.

How long does the Australia ETA take for Switzerland passport holders?

ETA and eVisitor are usually processed quickly; apply before booking.. Apply well ahead of your trip.

How much does it cost to get a Australia visa through Tripsol?

From $60 per traveler, all-in. The total includes government fees where applicable and our service fee; the exact total is confirmed after we check your details, before you pay. You can always apply directly on the official government portal instead.

What documents do Switzerland passport holders need for Australia?

Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport); Email address and a payment card; Travel dates and first address; Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan.

Is this Australia visa information verified?

The requirement comes from the open passport-index dataset (17 Feb 2026) and has not been individually verified by our team; the official portal link was checked on 23 Oct 2026. Always confirm with the official source before travel.

Is Tripsol a government website?

No. Tripsol is a private visa-assistance service by MERN Solutions and is not affiliated with any government. Requirements change, so always confirm with official sources before you travel.

Important — private service

Tripsol is a private visa-assistance service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government or embassy. You can always apply directly through official government channels. Prices are all-in totals that include government fees where applicable and our service fee. Approval decisions are made solely by the relevant authorities.

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