Definition:

An ETA is equivalent to a visa, but there is no stamp or label in your passport and there is no need for you to visit an Australian diplomatic office to submit an application. Applications for ETAs can be submitted through travel agents or airlines.

1. Visitor ETA

   If you are traveling for tourism or to visit friends or relatives, you should apply for the Visitor/Tourist ETA. It is valid for 12 months with stays of up to 3 months on each visit, and can be used for single or multiple entry travel. Employment is prohibited.

2.  Short Validity Business ETA

   If you are traveling for business purposes, you should apply for the Short Validity Business ETA. It is valid for 12 months with stays of up to 3 months on each visit, and can be used for single or multiple entry travel. Employment is prohibited.

Conditions For ETA:

1. Visitor ETA conditions
   • Valid for visits to Australia for tourism or to visit friends or relatives
   • Valid for multiple visits within 12 months from date of issue
   • Maximum length of each visit is three months
   • You must not work while in Australia
2. Short Validity Business ETA conditions
   • For visits to Australia for business meetings, conventions and conferences
   • Work is not allowed; except for a very short period to undertake work not able to be done by any Australian citizen or permanent resident
   • Valid for multiple visits within 12 months from date of issue
   • Maximum length of each visit is three months
   • Not for acting, musical performances or commercial film making; in these cases, apply for an Entertainment visa. See: Entertainment visa (subclass 420)
   • Generally, people seeking paid employment in Australia should apply for the Temporary Business Entry Long Stay (subclass 457) visa, or other appropriate class of visa. See: http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/index.htm

Important: You may not be permitted to enter Australia unless you are in good health and have no criminal convictions.