Exercise normal precautions in Australia. For information on immigration requirements for Australia, please refer to the information on the If you have experienced issues applying for an Australian visa, or wish to follow up on the status of an application, you will need to Although the vast majority of U.S. citizens who travel to Australia with a visa or visa-waiver are admitted without incident, Australian authorities have the right and responsibility for enforcing their laws.
However, in cases where you would have a long wait for your return flight, Australian Immigration may put you in a temporary detention center until a suitable flight is available.
When travelers are refused entry, the Australian authorities usually order them returned to the airport from which they last departed, or return them to the United States. Areas affected by bushfires have increased risk.
These events are difficult to predict and can result in loss of life.
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Do not attempt to dispute the official’s decision – once you have been found inadmissible, you will not be permitted to enter. US passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before arriving in Australia. CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR EXIT: