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Cocos (Keeling) Islands visas

Cocos (Keeling) Islands tourist visa

For holidays in Cocos (Keeling) Islands, international visitors can use a Visitor visa, eVisitor or ETA (an online travel permit), depending on their passport.

Ways to get a Cocos (Keeling) Islands tourist visa

  1. Travel from mainland Australia

    No visa needed

    People travelling to Cocos (Keeling) Islands from mainland Australia.

  2. Visitor visa (subclass 600)

    eVisa

    People making a short visit for tourism or business.

    Stay
    Up to 3, 6 or 12 months, depending on the permission granted.
    Valid for
    Eligible Chinese citizens applying from China, and eligible citizens of Timor-Leste and ASEAN countries, may receive a 10-year visa.
    1. Apply online for a Visitor visa.
    2. Provide biometrics at a visa centre if requested by letter.

  3. eVisitor (subclass 651)

    eVisa

    Passport holders from European Union or European Free Trade Association countries, plus Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, the United Kingdom and Vatican City.

    Stay
    Up to 3 months per visit.
    Valid for
    12 months.
    Entries
    Unlimited visits during the 12-month period.
    Fee
    Free.
    Processing
    Some streamlined online applications are granted in minutes. Others need further checks.
    1. Apply online for eVisitor using your eligible passport.
    2. Provide extra documents if requested during assessment.

  4. ETA (online travel permit, subclass 601)

    eTA needed

    Holders of passports from the listed eligible countries and territories.

    Stay
    Up to 3 months per visit.
    Valid for
    12 months.
    Entries
    Unlimited visits during the 12-month period.
    Fee
    A$20 service charge.
    Processing
    Some streamlined online applications are granted in minutes. Others need further checks.
    1. Apply online, or through a participating travel agent, airline or specialist service provider.
    2. Pay the A$20 service charge.
    3. Provide additional documents if requested.

Who needs it

Visitors arriving from outside Australia need suitable Australian entry permission unless an exemption applies.

Who doesn't

Travellers arriving from mainland Australia do not need a passport or visa for that journey. They must show photographic identification.

How to apply

  1. Check whether your passport qualifies for eVisitor or an ETA.
  2. Apply online for the suitable visitor permission.
  3. Provide biometrics at a visa centre if you receive a letter asking for them.

What to bring

  • Passport for international entry.
  • Photographic identification when travelling from mainland Australia.

Good to know

  • Follow the stay limit granted with your visa.
  • eVisitor and ETA applicants must meet health and character requirements.
  • Visas are electronic and linked to passport details. A visa label or stamp is not needed.
  • Some eligible visitors can receive a Visitor visa valid for 10 years. This does not mean they can stay for 10 years.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

Visitors arriving from outside Australia need suitable Australian entry permission unless an exemption applies. Travellers arriving from mainland Australia do not need a passport or visa for that journey. They must show photographic identification.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

There are 4 options: Travel from mainland Australia (no visa at all); Visitor visa (subclass 600) (an online visa); eVisitor (subclass 651) (an online visa); ETA (online travel permit, subclass 601) (an online travel permit).

Who can go to Cocos (Keeling) Islands without a tourist visa?

People travelling to Cocos (Keeling) Islands from mainland Australia.

Can I apply online for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

Yes: Visitor visa (subclass 600), eVisitor (subclass 651) and ETA (online travel permit, subclass 601). People making a short visit for tourism or business.

How long can I stay on a Cocos (Keeling) Islands tourist visa?

Visitor visas may allow stays of up to 3, 6 or 12 months.

What documents do I need for a Cocos (Keeling) Islands tourist visa?

Passport for international entry.; Photographic identification when travelling from mainland Australia..

How do I apply for a Cocos (Keeling) Islands tourist visa?

1. 1. Check whether your passport qualifies for eVisitor or an ETA. 2. 2. Apply online for the suitable visitor permission. 3. 3. Provide biometrics at a visa centre if you receive a letter asking for them.

What rules do I have to follow on a Cocos (Keeling) Islands tourist visa?

Follow the stay limit granted with your visa. eVisitor and ETA applicants must meet health and character requirements.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Cocos (Keeling) Islands visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Cocos (Keeling) Islands be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

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