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COVID-19 information for international arrivals

If you are arriving in NSW from overseas, follow this advice to protect yourself and people around you from COVID-19.

Last updated: 22 June 2023

Who is this information for?

This information applies to anyone who arrives in NSW from a country outside Australia in the last 14 days. This includes if you:

  • have come to Australia on a flight from an overseas country
  • have arrived on a vessel (e.g. cruise ship) that has travelled to an international port.

What should I do before I travel to NSW?

If you are travelling to Australia, see   entering and leaving Australia for more information.

What should I do when I arrive in NSW?

It is not mandatory to have a COVID-19 test after arriving in NSW if you have travelled overseas.

Masks are not mandatory in airports, cruise terminals or on public transport in NSW.

However, it is important to remember that travelling and interacting closely with people can put you at increased risk of COVID-19. NSW Health recommends people wear masks where they cannot physically distance from others, in crowded, indoor places, and in settings where there are people who at high risk of severe illness.

You are at risk of testing positive to COVID-19 for up to 14 days after being exposed to someone with the virus. Most people will test positive in the first 7 days. This is why it is important to be careful to protect the people around you, especially those who are at higher risk of severe illness, during this time.

To protect your loved ones and everyone around you, it is recommended that you monitor closely for symptoms of COVID-19 after arrival. If you develop symptoms, get tested for COVID-19 and stay home until your symptoms have resolved, even if you receive a negative result. 

Please see What COVID-19 test should I do?

How else can I help slow the spread of COVID-19 while I am in NSW?

If you have been exposed to COVID-19, follow the Advice for people exposed to COVID-19  to help stop the spread.  

We can help protect each other from COVID-19. Find out more on  Together we can stay COVID safe .

What if I test positive to COVID-19 in NSW?

If you test positive to COVID-19, follow the advice in Testing positive to COVID-19 and managing COVID-19 safely at home .

Stay home until your symptoms resolve, and don't visit people at high risk of severe illness, or anyone in high-risk settings, such as hospitals, aged or disability care facilities for at least 7 days.

If you have to leave the house wear a mask when indoors and on public transport, avoid large gatherings and crowded, indoor places.

Entering NSW from interstate

There are no restrictions on interstate travel to NSW but we can practise safe behaviours to help protect each other from COVID-19, please read Stay COVID safe .

Workers and businesses should check the advice on  Keeping workers Safe  beforehand if travelling for work.

Travelling to another state or territory

Check the state government website for your destination before you travel, as states can change COVID-19 advice or restrictions if the COVID-19 situation changes:

  • Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
  • Northern Territory
  • South Australia
  • Western Australia

Travel to remote Aboriginal towns and communities

People travelling to rural and remote Aboriginal communities should read  COVID-19 information for Aboriginal communities  for advice on how to stay safe from COVID-19 and flu.

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NSW Health guidelines for all international arrivals

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Quarantine changes

From 30 April 2022 , unvaccinated international arrivals will not be required to undertake hotel quarantine. These passengers will follow the same guidelines as fully vaccinated international arrivals and take a rapid antigen test within 24 hours of arrival.

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These Guidelines are supplementary to the current  Public Health (COVID-19 Air and Maritime Arrivals) Order (No 1) 2022 (the Order)  and should be read in conjunction with the Order. The Guidelines apply to all international arrivals entering NSW by air and sea. Specifically:

  • International air passenger arrivals (see Part 2A )
  • International flight crew (see  Part 2B )
  • International maritime arrivals (see Part 3 )

All arrivals must:

  • Undergo a rapid antigen test for COVID-19 as soon as practicable, and within 24 hours, after arriving in NSW and self-isolate until they get a negative result. (Although not mandatory, a test is strongly recommended for fully vaccinated international flight crew, and maritime arrivals who are completing essential tasks if they comply with the requirements in these Guidelines.)
  • Comply with these Guidelines, including  Part 4 , for 14 days after arrival.
  • Not visit high risk settings (aged care, disability care, healthcare and correctional facilities) for at least 7 days after arrival in NSW.  This does not include accessing personal care (see Part 4).
  • Get tested if they develop symptoms of COVID-19, even if they are mild, and self-isolate until they receive a negative result, even if they tested negative on arrival. A PCR test is preferred, see clinic locations .

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Part 1: before arriving in nsw.

  • Part 2: After arriving in NSW - Arrivals entering by air
  • Part 3: After arriving in NSW - Arrivals entering by sea

Part 4: Additional information for all international arrivals

  • Quick guide – Testing and isolation for international travellers

More information

All international arrivals should ensure they meet the  Australian Government entry requirements  before travelling to Australia.

When planning your trip to NSW on an international flight, or on a vessel that has been to an international port, make sure to:

  • Check the  Australian Government Smartraveller website  for the latest information on COVID-19 entry requirements. This includes declaration forms for air arrivals , and declaration forms for maritime arrivals .
  • Check what you need to do if you are  leaving NSW to travel interstate  with the state or territory you wish to travel to.
  • Pack your own COVID-19 rapid antigen test kits to ensure you have ready access on arrival in NSW.
  • Pack masks and hand sanitiser, within the  hand luggage restrictions for liquids  if travelling by air.

All international maritime vessel operators must ensure that they complete the required Australian Government forms  within the indicated timeframes. The Australian Border Force or the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment will advise if there are any additional Australian Government requirements or restrictions.

Part 2: After arriving in NSW – Arrivals entering by air

Part 2a – passenger arrivals.

All International passenger arrivals must:

  • travel directly from the airport to their home or accommodation
  • self-isolate until they receive a negative result from a COVID-19 rapid antigen test taken within the first 24 hours of arrival
  • not visit high risk settings (aged care, disability care, healthcare, and correctional facilities) for at least 7 days after arrival unless they are seeking personal care, or are a resident of a facility. See Part 4 for further information.

Part 2B – International flight crew

International flight crew:

  • must have a rapid antigen test within 24 hours of arrival if they are not  fully vaccinated
  • are strongly recommended to have a rapid antigen test within 24 hours of arrival if they are fully vaccinated
  • Should monitor for symptoms at all times, and if they become symptomatic have a COVID-19 test immediately and self-isolate until they receive a negative result. A PCR test is preferred, see clinic locations .
  • Must not visit high risk settings (aged care, disability care, healthcare, and correctional facilities) for at least 7 days after arrival unless they are seeking personal care, or are a resident of a facility. See Part 4 for further information

Part 3: After arriving in NSW – Arrivals entering by sea

An international vessel is one that has:

  • Commenced its voyage in a port outside of Australia, or
  • Stopped at a port outside of Australia during its voyage.

All arrivals (passengers and crew) on international vessels must:

  • comply with the testing and isolation requirements detailed below
  • not visit high risk settings (aged care, disability care, healthcare, and correctional facilities) for at least 7 days after arrival unless they are seeking personal care, or are a resident of a facility. See  Part 4 for further information.

Testing and isolation requirements

Maritime arrivals must self-isolate until they have a  negative result from a COVID-19 test (rapid antigen test)  taken within 24 hours of arrival. They should have this test prior to disembarkation where practicable.

If an arrival cannot have their test prior to disembarkation, they must travel directly from the vessel to their home or accommodation and self-isolate until they have taken a test and received a negative result. For more information about safe travel and self-isolation please see  NSW Health COVID-19 self-isolation guideline and support .

The shipping agent or master of the vessel should ensure there are sufficient COVID-19 rapid antigen tests on board the vessel for all crew members and passengers.

Maritime arrivals are not required to have a COVID-19 test (rapid antigen test) if they are disembarking only for the purposes of undertaking an essential task such as unloading cargo or carrying out safety checks. While undertaking their essential task, crew must:

  • Wear a mask at all times
  • Remain within the immediate proximity of the vessel as much as practicable
  • Remain physically distanced from others as much as practicable
  • Immediately reboard the vessel after completing the essential task.

Please see below for a full list of essential tasks:

  • loading or unloading cargo
  • rigging gangways
  • undertaking ship to shore activities
  • connecting water or fuel to a vessel
  • receiving or loading stores
  • disposing of waste
  • carrying out essential maintenance on a vessel
  • carrying out safety checks and activities
  • preparing a vessel for sailing
  • being assessed or treated by a health practitioner, including—
  • being tested for COVID-19, and
  • obtaining a dose of a COVID vaccine.

Testing positive to COVID-19

Arrivals who have a positive COVID-19 test result prior to disembarking must notify the master of the vessel (or delegate) immediately that they have tested positive and follow any reasonable instructions regarding disembarkation.  They must follow the advice in Testing positive to COVID-19 and managing COVID-19 safely at home .

Arrivals who have already disembarked the vessel and have a positive rapid antigen test within the first 7 days of arrival must immediately self-isolate in accordance with the Public Health (COVID-19 Self-Isolation) Order 2022 (or order that remakes that order) and follow the advice in  Testing positive to COVID-19 and managing COVID-19 safely at home . This includes a requirement to contact their employer and household contacts and may include notifying the master of the vessel.

Positive rapid antigen test results

All arrivals who have a positive  rapid antigen test  result must immediately self-isolate in accordance with the Public Health (COVID-19 Self-Isolation) Order 2022 (or order that remakes that order) and follow the advice in  Testing positive to COVID-19 and managing COVID-19 safely at home . Further Information about self-isolation and safe travel can be found in  NSW Health COVID-19 self-isolation guideline and support .

High-risk settings

All arrivals should be aware that they are at risk of developing COVID-19 for 14 days since they were in contact with a person who has COVID-19. They should carefully think about the risk that they could infect vulnerable people, including those in high-risk settings (aged care, disability care, healthcare and correctional facilities.)

All arrivals must not visit any high-risk settings (aged care, disability care, healthcare and correctional facilities) until it has been at least 7 days after they have arrived in NSW, unless they are seeking personal care, or are a resident in a facility.

If there are extenuating compassionate reasons for visiting a high-risk setting (e.g. end of life) and the arrival does not have symptoms of COVID-19, they should contact the facility to discuss if this can be safely arranged.

Between day 7 and 14, all arrivals should limit visiting high risk settings to further reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19. A rapid antigen test is also recommended within the 24-hours before entering a high-risk setting. All arrivals should contact the facility and  check if there are any additional requirements or restrictions before visiting .

These restrictions do not apply to international arrivals who require medical care, aged care or disability care services for themselves. Where possible, arrivals should call ahead to notify the facility that they have recently entered NSW from an international location, so that the facility can manage the risk to staff, patients, residents and clients.

Arrivals who work in a high-risk setting (aged care, disability care, healthcare and correctional facilities) may return to work after they have a negative COVID-19 rapid antigen test taken within 24 hours of arrival. However, they must have the approval of their manager before returning to work to make sure the appropriate additional risk mitigation measures are in place.

Monitor for symptoms

All arrivals should monitor carefully for  symptoms  of COVID-19 for the first two weeks after arriving in NSW.  If  symptoms  occur they should immediately have a  COVID-19 test and self-isolate until they receive a negative result.  A PCR test is preferred, see clinic locations .

If they need to see a doctor, they should call ahead and make sure the doctor is aware of their symptoms and that they have recently travelled overseas.

Travelling to and self-isolating at your home or accommodation

Information about how to safely travel and self-isolate can be found in the  NSW Health COVID-19 self-isolation guideline and support .

Travelling to or from another state or territory

International arrivals who enter Australia in another state or territory and then travel to NSW within the first 14 days must comply with these Guidelines. However, they do not need to have to have another COVID-19 test if they have already had one in the other state or territory before entering NSW.

Arrivals who wish to travel to another state or territory from NSW should check the requirements of the receiving jurisdiction to ensure they are permitted to enter. Arrivals may transit directly following arrival in NSW.  If they test positive on a rapid antigen test prior to transit, they must immediately self-isolate in accordance with the Public Health (COVID-19 Self-Isolation) Order 2022 (or order that remakes that order) and follow the advice in  Testing positive to COVID-19 and managing COVID-19 safely at home .

Further information about safe travel and self-isolation for arrivals can be found in the  NSW Health COVID-19 self-isolation guideline and support .

Quick guide - Testing and isolation for international travellers

See the Quick testing and isolation guide for international travellers for a summary of testing and isolation requirements for international arrivals into NSW.

  • Australian Government - Smart Traveller – COVID-19
  • Australian Government Department of Home Affairs – Coming to Australia
  • CEC COVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control
  • Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) CDNA National Guidelines for Public Health Units (for further information on release from isolation)
  • NSW Health – COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
  • NSW Health – COVID-19 guidelines and fact sheets
  • NSW Government – COVID-19 rules
  • World Health Organization hand hygiene poster

Entering or leaving Australia

Australia welcomes millions of overseas visitors each year. Anyone who is not an Australian citizen needs a valid visa to enter the country.

International passenger caps have been removed for all international passenger arrivals into Australia.

All travellers should be aware that: People entering Australia do not need to provide evidence of vaccination status People entering Australia do not need to complete the Digital Passenger Declaration or Maritime Travel Declaration People leaving Australia will not be asked to provide evidence of their vaccination status Unvaccinated visa holders do not ​ need a travel exemption to travel to Australia Mask wearing on international flights to Australia is no longer mandatory . It is important to remember that airlines, vessel operators and other countries may have specific requirements that travellers need to comply with.

Australian Citizens

All Australian citizens must enter and exit Australia on an Australian passport. Your Australian passport must be valid (not expired) on the day of your arrival in Australia. It does not need to have six months remaining validity to enter Australia unless you are passing through a third country that requires it. Citizens are not entitled to a visa, even if you are also a citizen of another country. Please see the  Department of Home Affairs website  for more information. 

Immigration and Visas

All foreign travellers, except New Zealand citizens, must obtain a visa or travel authority before travelling to Australia.

»    Immigration and visas

If you have a specific question, please contact the Department of Home Affairs .

You will also need to know what you can and cannot bring into Australia, knowing the duty-free concession limits and what to experience when travelling through Australian airports and seaports.

Please visit the Department of Home Affairs website for more information.

Plan your trip with  australia.com , the official Tourism Australia website, offering a wide range of travel information and planning tools including over 2000 images, a currency converter, daily weather updates, interactive maps, suggested holiday itineraries, holiday deals, specialist travel agents and more. Available in nine languages.

Tourist Refund Scheme

The  Tourist Refund Scheme  enables you to claim a refund, subject to certain conditions, of the goods and services tax (GST) and wine equalisation tax (WET) that you pay on goods you buy in Australia.

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COVID-19 and travel

Find out about travel requirements and steps you can take to stay safe.

Domestic travel within Australia

Domestic travel requirements are determined by state and territory governments. Check the websites of local health departments for information about travel to:

  • Australian Capital Territory
  • New South Wales
  • Northern Territory
  • South Australia
  • Western Australia .

Travelling overseas

The Australian Government does not currently have any COVID-19 requirements in place for travellers entering and departing Australia.

COVID-19 however continues to pose a health risk in Australia and overseas. We strongly encourage wearing masks and being vaccinated while travelling internationally. You should practice good cough and hand hygiene, and physically distance from others where possible.

Some countries, airlines and vessel operators may have COVID-19 travel requirements in place. Check the requirements of any:

  • countries you are travelling to, or transiting through
  • airlines or vessel operators.

Smartraveller website

  • Australian Government – international travel information .

Travel insurance

Travel insurance is important if you become sick with COVID-19 overseas. Make sure your insurance includes:

  • transit destinations
  • inclusions for COVID-19
  • other add-ons like cruise specific insurance.

Some destinations also require travellers to hold travel insurance as a condition of entry.

Cruise travel

Check with your cruise provider or travel agent for up-to-date travel requirements for your ship and destination/s. You can also contact the relevant state or territory government to find out if any requirements apply for your destination.

Outbreaks onboard a cruise

Cruise ships carry a higher risk for spreading disease compared to other types of travel. COVID-19, influenza, and other infectious diseases spread easily between people living and socialising in close quarters.

If an outbreak of COVID-19 occurs on your cruise, you may need to:

  • quarantine on the ship
  • disembark and follow the local rules in the state or territory or country you are in.

Before you travel, check the  Smartraveller advice on cruises . Contact your travel agent or cruise operator for specific information on their COVID-19 safety protocols.

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Entry requirements

This advice reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in Australia set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact Australia’s High Commission in the UK.

COVID-19 rules

You do not need a pre-departure COVID-19 test to enter or transit Australia regardless of your COVID-19 vaccination status. See the Australian government’s website for advice on COVID-19 and travelling.

COVID-19 quarantine requirements

Each state and territory determines its own quarantine rules. You should check requirements for specific states and territories .

Passport validity requirements

For entry into Australia, your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay. If you’re transiting another country on your way to or from Australia, check the entry requirements for that country. Many countries will only allow entry if you have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport.

Visa requirements

British citizens can usually get the following types of electronic visitor visa:

  • eVisitor visa . There is no visa application charge or service fee
  • Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) via the iOS App or Android App . There is no visa application charge, but a service fee of A$20 may apply

Information on all other types of visa is available from the Department of Home Affairs .

Working holiday visa

Thousands of Britons travel to Australia each year on a working holiday visa and the vast majority have no issues. Working conditions, accommodation and medical facilities are generally of a good standard.

You can find information about your rights as an employee in Australia and how to report any concerns about unfair or unlawful treatment on the Fair Work Ombudsman website , or by calling 131 394.

Get more information about working in Australia .

Dual nationals

If you’re a British national living in Australia with Australian citizenship, or a dual national, it is best to leave and enter Australia on your Australian passport. You could face difficulties and delays if you do not. See Australian government advice for dual nationals .

Vaccination requirements (other than COVID-19)

At least 8 weeks before your trip, check the vaccinations and certificates you need in TravelHealthPro’s Australia guide .

Quarantine of goods

Australia has strict quarantine rules to keep out pests and diseases that could affect plant, animal or human health.

You must fill out an Incoming Passenger Card and either:

  • declare any risk goods including food, animal products and plant material (including wooden articles)
  • dispose of any risk goods in the bins at the airport or sea port

All luggage is x-rayed on arrival. Any items of concern are further inspected, treated and if necessary confiscated and destroyed. You can be heavily fined for breaches of quarantine regulations.

You can find more information on the Department of Agriculture website .

You will also be asked to declare whether you have ‘visited a rural area, or been in contact with, or near, farm animals outside Australia in the past 30 days’.

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Exercise normal precautions in Australia. 

Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Australia.

If you decide to travel to Australia:

  • Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program  ( STEP ) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
  • Follow the Department of State on  Facebook  and  Twitter .
  • Review the  Country Security Report  for Australia.
  • Visit the CDC page for the latest  Travel Health Information  related to your travel.
  • Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist .

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Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor at least a month before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. If you or your doctor need help finding a location that provides certain vaccines or medicines, visit the Find a Clinic page.

Routine vaccines

Recommendations.

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

  • Chickenpox (Varicella)
  • Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
  • Flu (influenza)
  • Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)

Immunization schedules

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information. 

COVID-19 vaccine

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Australia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Australia.

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Dosing info - Hep B

Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis is mainly a concern in the Murray River, and the Outer Torres Strait Islands area.

Recommended for travelers who

  • Are moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to live
  • Spend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitis
  • Frequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitis

Consider vaccination for travelers

  • Spending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed nets
  • Going to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be there

Not recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or traveling at times outside of the Japanese encephalitis season.

Japanese encephalitis (CDC Yellow Book)

Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine for US Children

Infants 6 to 11 months old traveling internationally should get 1 dose of measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine before travel. This dose does not count as part of the routine childhood vaccination series.

Measles (Rubeola) - CDC Yellow Book

Australia is free of dog rabies. However, rabies may still be present in wildlife species, particularly bats. CDC recommends rabies vaccination before travel only for people working directly with wildlife. These people may include veterinarians, animal handlers, field biologists, or laboratory workers working with specimens from mammalian species.

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Yellow Fever

Required for travelers ≥1 year old arriving from countries with risk for YF virus transmission; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission. 1 Travelers arriving from the Galápagos Islands of Ecuador are exempt from this requirement.

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Avoid contaminated water

Leptospirosis

How most people get sick (most common modes of transmission)

  • Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis
  • Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud
  • Drinking water or eating food contaminated with animal urine
  • Avoid contaminated water and soil

Clinical Guidance

Avoid bug bites.

  • Mosquito bite

Dengue outbreaks in Australia have only occurred in north and central Queensland.

  • Avoid Bug Bites

Ross River virus disease

Ross River fever

Airborne & droplet

  • Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents
  • Bite from an infected rodent
  • Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus (only occurs with Andes virus)
  • Avoid rodents and areas where they live
  • Avoid sick people

Tuberculosis (TB)

  • Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Learn actions you can take to stay healthy and safe on your trip. Vaccines cannot protect you from many diseases in Australia, so your behaviors are important.

Eat and drink safely

Food and water standards around the world vary based on the destination. Standards may also differ within a country and risk may change depending on activity type (e.g., hiking versus business trip). You can learn more about safe food and drink choices when traveling by accessing the resources below.

  • Choose Safe Food and Drinks When Traveling
  • Water Treatment Options When Hiking, Camping or Traveling
  • Global Water, Sanitation and Hygiene | Healthy Water
  • Avoid Contaminated Water During Travel

You can also visit the  Department of State Country Information Pages  for additional information about food and water safety.

Prevent bug bites

Although Australia is an industrialized country, bug bites here can still spread diseases. Just as you would in the United States, try to avoid bug bites while spending time outside or in wooded areas.

What can I do to prevent bug bites?

  • Cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats.
  • Use an appropriate insect repellent (see below).
  • Consider using permethrin-treated clothing and gear if spending a lot of time outside. Do not use permethrin directly on skin.

What type of insect repellent should I use?

  • FOR PROTECTION AGAINST TICKS AND MOSQUITOES: Use a repellent that contains 20% or more DEET for protection that lasts up to several hours.
  • Picaridin (also known as KBR 3023, Bayrepel, and icaridin)
  • Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or para-menthane-diol (PMD)
  • 2-undecanone
  • Always use insect repellent as directed.

What should I do if I am bitten by bugs?

  • Avoid scratching bug bites, and apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to reduce the itching.
  • Check your entire body for ticks after outdoor activity. Be sure to remove ticks properly.

What can I do to avoid bed bugs?

Although bed bugs do not carry disease, they are an annoyance. See our information page about avoiding bug bites for some easy tips to avoid them. For more information on bed bugs, see Bed Bugs .

For more detailed information on avoiding bug bites, see Avoid Bug Bites .

Stay safe outdoors

If your travel plans in Australia include outdoor activities, take these steps to stay safe and healthy during your trip:

  • Stay alert to changing weather conditions and adjust your plans if conditions become unsafe.
  • Prepare for activities by wearing the right clothes and packing protective items, such as bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit.
  • Consider learning basic first aid and CPR before travel. Bring a travel health kit with items appropriate for your activities.
  • If you are outside for many hours in the heat, eat salty snacks and drink water to stay hydrated and replace salt lost through sweating.
  • Protect yourself from UV radiation : use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, wear protective clothing, and seek shade during the hottest time of day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
  • Be especially careful during summer months and at high elevation. Because sunlight reflects off snow, sand, and water, sun exposure may be increased during activities like skiing, swimming, and sailing.
  • Very cold temperatures can be dangerous. Dress in layers and cover heads, hands, and feet properly if you are visiting a cold location.

Stay safe around water

  • Swim only in designated swimming areas. Obey lifeguards and warning flags on beaches.
  • Do not dive into shallow water.
  • Avoid swallowing water when swimming. Untreated water can carry germs that make you sick.
  • Practice safe boating—follow all boating safety laws, do not drink alcohol if you are driving a boat, and always wear a life jacket.

Keep away from animals

Most animals avoid people, but they may attack if they feel threatened, are protecting their young or territory, or if they are injured or ill. Animal bites and scratches can lead to serious diseases such as rabies.

Follow these tips to protect yourself:

  • Do not touch or feed any animals you do not know.
  • Do not allow animals to lick open wounds, and do not get animal saliva in your eyes or mouth.
  • Avoid rodents and their urine and feces.
  • Traveling pets should be supervised closely and not allowed to come in contact with local animals.
  • If you wake in a room with a bat, seek medical care immediately.  Bat bites may be hard to see.

All animals can pose a threat, but be extra careful around dogs, bats, monkeys, sea animals such as jellyfish, and snakes. If you are bitten or scratched by an animal, immediately:

  • Wash the wound with soap and clean water.
  • Go to a doctor right away.
  • Tell your doctor about your injury when you get back to the United States.

Reduce your exposure to germs

Follow these tips to avoid getting sick or spreading illness to others while traveling:

  • Wash your hands often, especially before eating.
  • If soap and water aren’t available, clean hands with hand sanitizer (containing at least 60% alcohol).
  • Don’t touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you need to touch your face, make sure your hands are clean.
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
  • Try to avoid contact with people who are sick.
  • If you are sick, stay home or in your hotel room, unless you need medical care.

Avoid sharing body fluids

Diseases can be spread through body fluids, such as saliva, blood, vomit, and semen.

Protect yourself:

  • Use latex condoms correctly.
  • Do not inject drugs.
  • Limit alcohol consumption. People take more risks when intoxicated.
  • Do not share needles or any devices that can break the skin. That includes needles for tattoos, piercings, and acupuncture.
  • If you receive medical or dental care, make sure the equipment is disinfected or sanitized.

Know how to get medical care while traveling

Plan for how you will get health care during your trip, should the need arise:

  • Carry a list of local doctors and hospitals at your destination.
  • Review your health insurance plan to determine what medical services it would cover during your trip. Consider purchasing travel health and medical evacuation insurance for things your regular insurance will not cover.
  • Carry a card that identifies, in the local language, your blood type, chronic conditions or serious allergies, and the generic names of any medicines you take.
  • Bring copies of your prescriptions for medicine and for eye glasses and contact lenses.
  • Some prescription drugs may be illegal in other countries. Call Australia’s embassy to verify that all of your prescription(s) are legal to bring with you.
  • Bring all the medicines (including over-the-counter medicines) you think you might need during your trip, including extra in case of travel delays. Ask your doctor to help you get prescriptions filled early if you need to.

Many foreign hospitals and clinics are accredited by the Joint Commission International. A list of accredited facilities is available at their website ( www.jointcommissioninternational.org ).

Select safe transportation

Motor vehicle crashes are the #1 killer of healthy US citizens in foreign countries.

Be smart when you are traveling on foot.

  • Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks.
  • Pay attention to the traffic around you, especially in crowded areas.
  • Remember, people on foot do not always have the right of way in other countries.

Riding/Driving

Choose a safe vehicle.

  • Choose official taxis or public transportation, such as trains and buses.
  • Make sure there are seatbelts.
  • Avoid overcrowded, overloaded, top-heavy buses and minivans.
  • Avoid riding on motorcycles or motorbikes, especially motorbike taxis. (Many crashes are caused by inexperienced motorbike drivers.)
  • Choose newer vehicles—they may have more safety features, such as airbags, and be more reliable.
  • Choose larger vehicles, which may provide more protection in crashes.

Think about the driver.

  • Do not drive after drinking alcohol or ride with someone who has been drinking.
  • Consider hiring a licensed, trained driver familiar with the area.
  • Arrange payment before departing.

Follow basic safety tips.

  • Wear a seatbelt at all times.
  • Sit in the back seat of cars and taxis.
  • When on motorbikes or bicycles, always wear a helmet. (Bring a helmet from home, if needed.)
  • Do not use a cell phone or text while driving (illegal in many countries).
  • Travel during daylight hours only, especially in rural areas.
  • If you choose to drive a vehicle in Australia, learn the local traffic laws and have the proper paperwork.
  • Get any driving permits and insurance you may need. Get an International Driving Permit (IDP). Carry the IDP and a US-issued driver's license at all times.
  • Check with your auto insurance policy's international coverage, and get more coverage if needed. Make sure you have liability insurance.
  • Avoid using local, unscheduled aircraft.
  • If possible, fly on larger planes (more than 30 seats); larger airplanes are more likely to have regular safety inspections.
  • Try to schedule flights during daylight hours and in good weather.

Helpful Resources

Road Safety Overseas (Information from the US Department of State): Includes tips on driving in other countries, International Driving Permits, auto insurance, and other resources.

The Association for International Road Travel has country-specific Road Travel Reports available for most countries for a minimal fee.

Traffic flows on the left side of the road in Australia.

  • Always pay close attention to the flow of traffic, especially when crossing the street.
  • LOOK RIGHT for approaching traffic.

Maintain personal security

Use the same common sense traveling overseas that you would at home, and always stay alert and aware of your surroundings.

Before you leave

  • Research your destination(s), including local laws, customs, and culture.
  • Monitor travel advisories and alerts and read travel tips from the US Department of State.
  • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) .
  • Leave a copy of your itinerary, contact information, credit cards, and passport with someone at home.
  • Pack as light as possible, and leave at home any item you could not replace.

While at your destination(s)

  • Carry contact information for the nearest US embassy or consulate .
  • Carry a photocopy of your passport and entry stamp; leave the actual passport securely in your hotel.
  • Follow all local laws and social customs.
  • Do not wear expensive clothing or jewelry.
  • Always keep hotel doors locked, and store valuables in secure areas.
  • If possible, choose hotel rooms between the 2nd and 6th floors.

Healthy Travel Packing List

Use the Healthy Travel Packing List for Australia for a list of health-related items to consider packing for your trip. Talk to your doctor about which items are most important for you.

Why does CDC recommend packing these health-related items?

It’s best to be prepared to prevent and treat common illnesses and injuries. Some supplies and medicines may be difficult to find at your destination, may have different names, or may have different ingredients than what you normally use.

If you are not feeling well after your trip, you may need to see a doctor. If you need help finding a travel medicine specialist, see Find a Clinic . Be sure to tell your doctor about your travel, including where you went and what you did on your trip. Also tell your doctor if you were bitten or scratched by an animal while traveling.

For more information on what to do if you are sick after your trip, see Getting Sick after Travel .

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Australia travel advice

Latest updates: The Need help? section was updated.

Last updated: February 26, 2024 13:09 ET

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Violent crime is low.

Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and bag snatching, occurs mostly in larger cities. Vehicle break-ins are common.

Robberies of safe-deposit facilities are common at inexpensive hotels and hostels.

  • Ensure that your personal belongings, including your passport and other travel documents, are secure at all times
  • Never leave personal belongings, such as money, credit cards, cell phones and other electronics, unattended
  • Exercise caution in popular tourist areas

Online scam

Scammers have duped tourists into transferring money to an overseas bank account in exchange for renting accommodation in Australia.

When renting accommodation, beware of online scams.

Overseas fraud

Demonstrations

Demonstrations may occur. Even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time. They can also lead to disruptions to traffic and public transportation.

  • Avoid areas where demonstrations are taking place
  • Follow the instructions of local authorities
  • Monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations

More about mass gatherings (large-scale events)

There is a threat of terrorism. The Government of Australia maintains a national terrorism threat advisory system. Individuals or groups have developed both the intent and capability to conduct a terrorist attack in Australia. Terrorist attacks could occur at any time.

Targets could include:

  • government buildings, including schools
  • places of worship
  • airports and other transportation hubs and networks
  • public areas such as tourist attractions, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping centres, markets, hotels and other sites frequented by foreigners

Always be aware of your surroundings when in public places.

Australian National Security – Government of Australia

Spiked food and drinks

Never leave food or drinks unattended or in the care of strangers. Be wary of accepting snacks, beverages, gum or cigarettes from new acquaintances, as they may contain drugs that could put you at risk of sexual assault and robbery.

Water activities

Coastal waters can be dangerous. Riptides are common and can be dangerous. Several drownings occur each year.

In certain areas, sharks, crocodiles, jellyfish and other wildlife pose a risk to swimmers.

  • Avoid unsupervised beaches
  • Follow the instructions and warnings of lifeguards
  • Respect the flag warning system, which provides notice of water conditions and safety risks on beaches

Beach safety – Government of Australia

Diving and snorkelling

You must provide a medical declaration for diving or snorkelling.

Follow the instructions and warnings of local authorities.

Safety information for divers and snorkellers – Government of Australia

Trekking and mountaineering

Weather conditions may be dry during the summer. You should be prepared for hot weather.

If you intend on trekking or mountaineering:

  • never do so alone and always hire an experienced guide from a reputable company
  • buy travel insurance that includes helicopter rescue and medical evacuation
  • ensure that your physical condition is good enough to meet the challenges of your activity
  • ensure that you’re properly equipped and well informed about weather and other conditions that may pose a hazard
  • inform a family member or friend of your itinerary, including when you expect to be back to camp
  • obtain detailed information on trekking routes before setting out and do not venture off marked trails or slopes

Remote areas

Some regions in Australia’s interior are very isolated and have small populations. Services are scarce.

You may have difficulty getting adequate mobile phone coverage if you travel there by car.

  • Avoid travelling alone
  • Inform relatives of your itinerary

Road safety

Road conditions and road safety are very good throughout the country. Exercise caution when driving in rural areas at night. Drivers often drive at excessive speeds. Roaming animals and road trains pose further hazards.

Access to some remote locations may be impossible during severe weather conditions. Due to the great distances between settlements and the isolation of many outback areas:

  • avoid travelling in extreme heat conditions
  • plan your overland route carefully
  • provide a friend or relative with your itinerary, and ensure that your vehicle is in good repair
  • carry a first-aid kit and personal medication
  • carry sufficient fuel, water, and food supplies
  • bring a satellite phone or an emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB)

We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.

Information about foreign domestic airlines

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have obtained the information on this page from the Australian authorities. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this information with the  Foreign Representatives in Canada .

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.

Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be valid on the day of entry into the country.

Passport for official travel

Different entry rules may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Other travel documents

Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Useful links

  • Foreign Representatives in Canada
  • Canadian passports

Tourist visa: not required for stays up to 90 days Business visa: required Student visa: required

Canadians entering Australia without a visa need to get an electronic travel authority (ETA) to visit Australia. Ensure that you travel with the same passport used to apply for your ETA.

A health examination might be necessary to obtain certain visas.

  • Electronic Travel Authority – Government of Australia
  • Department of Home Affairs – Government of Australia

Children and travel

Learn more about travelling with children .

Yellow fever

Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Relevant Travel Health Notices

  • Global Measles Notice - 31 August, 2023
  • COVID-19 and International Travel - 31 August, 2023

This section contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly found or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are listed below.

Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.

Routine vaccines

Be sure that your  routine vaccinations , as per your province or territory , are up-to-date before travelling, regardless of your destination.

Some of these vaccinations include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary. 

Yellow fever   is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.

Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.

  • There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.

Country Entry Requirement*

  • Proof of vaccination is required if you are coming from or have transited through an airport of a country   where yellow fever occurs.

Recommendation

  • Vaccination is not recommended.
  • Discuss travel plans, activities, and destinations with a health care professional.
  • Contact a designated  Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre  well in advance of your trip to arrange for vaccination.

About Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada * It is important to note that  country entry requirements  may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest  diplomatic or consular office  of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.

  Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus.  Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers. Prevent hepatitis B infection by practicing safe sex, only using new and sterile drug equipment, and only getting tattoos and piercings in settings that follow public health regulations and standards.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.

Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.

Japanese encephalitis is a viral infection that can cause swelling of the brain.  It is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Risk is very low for most travellers. Travellers at relatively higher risk may want to consider vaccination for JE prior to travelling.

Travellers are at higher risk if they will be:

  • travelling long term (e.g. more than 30 days)
  • making multiple trips to endemic areas
  • staying for extended periods in rural areas
  • visiting an area suffering a JE outbreak
  • engaging in activities involving high contact with mosquitos (e.g., entomologists)

 The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.  

 The flu occurs worldwide. 

  •  In the Northern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs from November to   April.
  •  In the Southern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs between April and   October.
  •  In the tropics, there is flu activity year round. 

The flu vaccine available in one hemisphere may only offer partial protection against the flu in the other hemisphere.

The flu virus spreads from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Clean your hands often and wear a mask if you have a fever or respiratory symptoms.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

It is recommended that all eligible travellers complete a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada before travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally.

Before travelling, verify your destination’s COVID-19 vaccination entry/exit requirements. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19.

In this destination, rabies  may be present in some wildlife species, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal. 

If you are bitten or scratched by an animal while travelling, immediately wash the wound with soap and clean water and see a health care professional. 

Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional. It may be recommended for travellers who will be working directly with wildlife. 

Safe food and water precautions

Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water.

  • Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our eat and drink safely abroad page. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
  • Avoid getting water into your eyes, mouth or nose when swimming or participating in activities in freshwater (streams, canals, lakes), particularly after flooding or heavy rain. Water may look clean but could still be polluted or contaminated.
  • Avoid inhaling or swallowing water while bathing, showering, or swimming in pools or hot tubs. 

Insect bite prevention

Many diseases are spread by the bites of infected insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas or flies. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present:

  • Use insect repellent (bug spray) on exposed skin
  • Cover up with light-coloured, loose clothes made of tightly woven materials such as nylon or polyester
  • Minimize exposure to insects
  • Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in buildings that are not fully enclosed

To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page.

Find out what types of insects are present where you’re travelling, when they’re most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread.

  • In this country, risk of  dengue  is sporadic. It is a viral disease spread to humans by mosquito bites.
  • Dengue can cause flu-like symptoms. In some cases, it can lead to severe dengue, which can be fatal.
  • The level of risk of dengue changes seasonally, and varies from year to year. The level of risk also varies between regions in a country and can depend on the elevation in the region.
  • Mosquitoes carrying dengue typically bite during the daytime, particularly around sunrise and sunset.
  • Protect yourself from mosquito bites . There is no vaccine or medication that protects against dengue fever.

Animal precautions

Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Certain types of activities may increase your chance of contact with animals, such as travelling in rural or forested areas, camping, hiking, and visiting wet markets (places where live animals are slaughtered and sold) or caves.

Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, livestock (pigs, cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats, and to avoid eating undercooked wild game.

Closely supervise children, as they are more likely to come in contact with animals.

Person-to-person infections

Stay home if you’re sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette , which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. Reduce your risk of colds, the flu and other illnesses by:

  •   washing your hands often
  • avoiding or limiting the amount of time spent in closed spaces, crowded places, or at large-scale events (concerts, sporting events, rallies)
  • avoiding close physical contact with people who may be showing symptoms of illness 

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , HIV , and mpox are spread through blood and bodily fluids; use condoms, practise safe sex, and limit your number of sexual partners. Check with your local public health authority pre-travel to determine your eligibility for mpox vaccine.  

Medical services and facilities

Health care is excellent. Service is available throughout the country.

Payment is expected at time of service.

Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Travel health and safety

Keep in Mind...

The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.

Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a   travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.

You must abide by local laws.

Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad .

Canada and Australia are signatories to the Convention on the Transfer of Sentenced Persons. This enables a Canadian imprisoned in Australia to request a transfer to a Canadian prison to complete a sentence. The transfer requires the agreement of both Canadian and Australian authorities. This process can take a long time and there is no guarantee that the transfer will be approved by either or both sides.

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect lengthy jail sentences and heavy fines.

Drugs, alcohol and travel

Imports and exports

There are very strict rules and quarantine measures regarding the importation of food and animal products. Information about items which you can and cannot bring to Australia is available from Australia’s Department of Home Affairs.

Immigration and Citizenship – Government of Australia

Traffic drives on the left.

Local authorities accept your overseas driving licence if the names on your licence match exactly those in your passport.

You must apply for a local licence if you intend to stay in Australia longer than 3 months.

Permits are required when travelling on Aboriginal territory.

You should carry an international driving permit.

  • Driving with an overseas licence – Government of Australia
  • More about the International Driving Permit

Dual citizenship

Dual citizenship is legally recognized in Australia.

If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of Australia, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. You may also be subject to different entry/exit requirements .

Travellers with dual citizenship

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. The convention applies between Canada and Australia.

If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Australia, and if the applicable conditions are met, you may apply for the return of your child to the Australian court.

If you are in this situation:

  • act as quickly as you can
  • contact the Central Authority for your province or territory of residence for information on starting an application under The Hague Convention
  • consult a lawyer in Canada and in Australia to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
  • report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children’s Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country’s judicial affairs.

  • List of Canadian Central Authorities for the Hague Convention
  • International Child Abduction: A Guidebook for Left-Behind Parents
  • Travelling with children
  • The Hague Convention - Hague Conference on Private International Law
  • Canadian embassies and consulates by destination
  • Emergency Watch and Response Centre

The currency of Australia is the Australian dollar (AUD).

Bush and forest fires

Bush and forest fires are common between October and April, particularly in areas covered by bushes, long grass or coastal scrub. Elevated fire danger ratings and alert levels may be applied to affected areas. The air quality in areas near active fires may deteriorate due to heavy smoke.

In case of a major fire:

  • stay away from the affected area, particularly if you suffer from respiratory ailments
  • be prepared to modify your travel arrangements or even evacuate the area on short notice
  • follow the instructions of local emergency services personnel
  • monitor local media for up-to-date information on the situation

For current information, consult the relevant state or territory authorities.

Fire services

  • Australian Capital Territory
  • New South Wales
  • Northern Territory
  • South Australia
  • Western Australia

Rainy season

The rainy season extends from November to April. Severe flooding occurs annually, especially in the inland parts of the following states: 

Seasonal flooding can hamper overland travel and reduce the provision of essential services. Roads may become impassable and bridges damaged. 

  • Monitor local news and weather reports
  • Follow the instructions of local authorities, including evacuation orders

Australia Rainfall and river conditions – Bureau of meteorology, Australian government

Cyclones usually occur from November to April. They may occur along the coastal areas of Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia.

During this period, even small storms can quickly develop into major cyclones. These severe storms can put you at risk and hamper the provision of essential services.

If you decide to travel to Australia during the cyclone season:

  • know that you expose yourself to serious safety risks
  • be prepared to change your travel plans on short notice, including cutting short or cancelling your trip
  • stay informed of the latest regional weather forecasts
  • carry emergency contact information for your airline or tour operator
  • follow the advice and instructions of local authorities
  • Bureau of Meteorology – Government of Australia
  • Tornadoes, cyclones, hurricanes, typhoons and monsoons
  • Large-scale emergencies abroad

Seismic activity

Australia is located in a seismic zone. Earthquakes may occur.

Local services

Dial 000 for emergency assistance.

Consular assistance

Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania, Guam, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, New Caledonia, Northern Marianas, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu

New South Wales, Queensland and Northern Territory

For emergency consular assistance, call the High Commission of Canada in Australia, in Canberra, or the Consulate General of Canada in Sydney and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.

The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.

The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided.

If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.

Learn more about consular services .

Risk Levels

  take normal security precautions.

Take similar precautions to those you would take in Canada.

  Exercise a high degree of caution

There are certain safety and security concerns or the situation could change quickly. Be very cautious at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.

IMPORTANT: The two levels below are official Government of Canada Travel Advisories and are issued when the safety and security of Canadians travelling or living in the country or region may be at risk.

  Avoid non-essential travel

Your safety and security could be at risk. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. If you do not need to be there, you should think about leaving.

  Avoid all travel

You should not travel to this country, territory or region. Your personal safety and security are at great risk. If you are already there, you should think about leaving if it is safe to do so.

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All non-Australian citizens traveling to Australia require a visa or visas waiver issued by the Australian Government. For information on immigration requirements for Australia, please refer to the information on the  Australian Department of Home Affairs website .

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  contact Australian Home Affairs  for assistance. The U.S. Consulates cannot access Australian Immigration records, and are unable to assist with these inquiries. If you are currently outside Australia, please contact your  nearest Australian Embassy or Consulate .

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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. As a result not everyone who arrives in Australia is permitted to enter. 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. The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Australia are unable to intervene on your behalf if you are denied entry into Australia, and we cannot attempt to influence the Australian Government’s decision.

What to expect if denied entry to Australia 

If you are denied entry into Australia, you will be held at the airport until arrangements can be made to return you to the United States or another country where you hold a valid visa to reside.  You are not under arrest  – you are simply not eligible to enter Australia on this visit.

You will generally be removed from Australia on the next available flight offered by your carrier.  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. Conditions in the detention center are comfortable and you will be given food and water, and access to a telephone and medical treatment if necessary.

What to do if you are denied entry to Australia

Stay calm.  Do not attempt to dispute the official’s decision – once you have been found inadmissible, you will not be permitted to enter. Inform Australian authorities if you have any medical condition, or are in need of medical treatment.

Listen, and ask why you were not admitted. Be sure you clearly understand what you will need to do the next time you intend to travel to Australia. Ask for documentation of the refusal as you may require it if you need to apply for an Australian visa.

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Current members of the U.S. military should contact  the Defense Attaché Office (DAO) at the U.S. Embassy in Canberra  for all military travel inquiries, including R&R. The ACS units at the U.S. Consulates cannot assist you. Always use your official email when corresponding with the DAO. Do not use personal emails, as these are regularly classified as junk email, and will not be responded to.

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Unless you are an Australian citizen, you will need a valid Australian visa to enter the country. New Zealand passport holders can apply for a visa upon arrival in the country. All other passport holders, regardless of age, must apply for a visa before leaving home. You can apply for a range of Australian visa types, including tourist visas and working holiday visas, via the ETA app or on the  Department of Home Affairs website.

There are different Australian visa types available for travellers to Australia. Knowing which Australian visa to apply for depends on the length of your stay, your passport and the purpose of your visit. You’ll also need to meet certain financial and medical requirements, be outside of Australia when applying and maintain health insurance for the duration of your stay. 

Electronic Travel Authority visa  (subclass 601) This visa allows you to visit Australia as many times as you want, for up to a year, and stay for three months each visit. This visa is available to passport holders from a number of countries and regions, who live outside Australia. A step-by-step guide on how to apply is  here .

All ETA-eligible passport holders must apply for an ETA using the Australian ETA app. Agents can assist you in the application process, but you must be physically present as a live facial image is required.

eVisitor  (subclass 651) This is a free visa for multiple visits to Australia for tourism or business purposes for up to three months at a time within a 12-month period. This visa is available to passport holders from a number of European countries and it cannot be extended.

Visitor visa  (subclass 600) The Visitor visa allows you to visit Australia, either for tourism or business purposes. It is open to all nationalities. Generally, a period of stay of up to three months is granted, but up to 12 months may be granted in certain circumstances. Applicants will have to pay a fee to submit their application.

The application process may differ depending on which visa you need.

You can only apply for the  Electronic Travel Authority visa  (subclass 601) through the Australian ETA app. A step-by-step guide on how to apply is located  here .

For other visas, you can apply online by creating an ImmiAccount and completing the application process. Be sure to submit your application well in advance of your travel date to allow enough time for processing. You may be asked to provide further supporting information. You will be notified in writing if your tourist visa is approved and it will be digitally linked to your passport. For more information on different visa types, and Australian visa requirements including how to apply for an Australian visa, visit the  Department of Home Affairs  website.

If you are already in Australia and hold a valid Electronic Travel Authority visa (subclass 601) you can extend your stay by applying for another visa, such as a Visitor visa (subclass 600). An eVisitor (subclass 651) cannot be extended.

See the Department of Home Affairs website for details.

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Australia's Working Holiday Maker program allows visitors aged under 30 (or 35 in certain cases) who hold a passport from a participating country to travel and work in Australia. Working holiday visas are valid for one year, or up to three years if you meet certain conditions.

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*Australian visa regulations (including visa application charges) change from time to time. The information provided here is valid at the time of publication, but visitors should check this information is still current by visiting the Australian Department of Home Affairs .

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Passport Health offers a variety of options for travellers throughout the world.

Australia is a country of lush wildlife and large, modern cities. It offers peculiar opportunities for travellers all across the globe. Australia’s size and endless opportunities make it a popular tourist destination.

If you love nature, want an adventure or if you’re looking to relax in a beautiful city, Australia is a destination that can meet any of your holiday needs.

Do I Need Vaccines for Australia?

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Australia. The National Travel Health Network and Centre and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Australia: COVID-19 , hepatitis B , yellow fever , Japanese encephalitis , rabies and tetanus .

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  • COVID-19 – Airborne – Recommended for all travellers
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  • Tetanus – Wounds or Breaks in Skin – Recommended for travelers to most regions, especially if not previously vaccinated.
  • Yellow Fever – Mosquito – Required if travelling from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Excludes the Galapagos in Ecuador and Misiones in Argentina.
  • Japanese Encephalitis – Mosquito – Recommended depending on itinerary and activities. Recommended for extended travel, recurrent travellers and travel to rural areas. Present in Outer Torres Strait Islands. All human cases reported from February to April.
  • Rabies – Saliva of Infected Animals – Vaccine recommended for long-stay travellers and those who may come in contact with animals.

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There is a risk of contracting Japanese encephalitis in Australia. The infection is mosquito-borne, meaning all it takes is one bite to become infected. The infection is most common in rural areas.

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Should I Have a Passport or Visa for Australia?

A visa is required for entry to Australia. An Electronic Travel Authority visa can be obtained online before arrival. Passports should be valid for the duration of stay.

Proof of yellow fever vaccination may be required if you are travelling from a region where yellow fever is present.

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What Is The Climate Like In Australia?

The climate in Australia varies by region. It can range from hot and dry in the centre of the continent, to cooler, more temperate weather in the south. Precipitation is sparse throughout the country.

  • Sydney – This popular tourist destination has a warmer, drier climate. The summers can be quite brutal on some days, with temperatures reaching the high-30’s. Average summer temperatures are in the mid-20’s and winters going below zero. At the end of autumn and in the winter, Sydney often experiences high levels of rainfall.
  • Melbourne – The second largest city in Australia, Melbourne experiences a variety of different weather patterns. Temperatures in the summer have grown warmer, with the hottest day on record at a scorching 45 degrees. Winters in Melbourne are wet and chilly. But, whilst the region experience frost and fog, there is rarely snowfall. Winter temperatures are generally in the high-teens.
  • Perth – While summers in this city are dry, there are frequent downpours and thunderstorms in winter months. On average in the summer, temperatures are about in the 20’s. The winter months range do vary, but stay near zero. The average annual rainfall in Perth is about 90 centimeters, and is mostly spread through the winter.

How Safe Is Australia?

One of biggest security and safety concerns in Australia centers on terrorism. The UK government reports that international and internal terrorists and terror organisations have targeted Australia in the past.

The nation does have a terrorist alert system in place which is accessible through the Australian National Security website . The system assesses the likelihood of an act of terror occurring in the country. The threat level is on a scale from “not expected,” all the way up to “certain.” If you are planning to visit Australia, you can monitor the terrorist alert system on their website or by calling the Australian National Security Hotline at 61-1-800-123-400.

UK citizens are not usually targets of criminal activity in Australia. But, robberies, theft and assaults are still common in many of the larger cities.

In popular tourist areas, foreigners are at risk of having purses snatched, pick-pocketing and petty theft. Travellers should also exercise caution when visiting clubs or bars, as bar brawls and fights are fairly common.

If you are not observant or cautious, there is also a risk of having your drink spiked. Always watch your drink and be careful of your surroundings.

Touring the Australian Outback

Australia is revered for ample animal life and abundant nature throughout the country. Many tourists find themselves in Australia to see the diverse wildlife or by hiking through the untouched brush. If you are a nature lover, this is the destination for you.

Before running out into untamed, wild lands, travellers should take the necessary steps to ensure their safety. If you are planning to embark on a tour, ensure you do all your research before jumping behind the wheel of a truck. Consider using a reputable tour service that will take you out themselves.

If you do want to motor on your own, remember that the paths you will take are filled with animals. Some of them may even be dangerous. Creatures such as emus often run alongside the cars and swerve at the last minute. Kangaroos are unpredictable and can jump right in front of your vehicle.

Motoring at night is also not advised, as most accidents occur at this time as it is harder to see.

You should never feed or interact with the animals, as they are wild and can be provoked.

Hiking Tips While in Australia

If you are planning to hike through the wilderness, be careful. Do not interact with any animals. Spider and snake bites can happen, and if they do, seek immediate medical attention. Wearing the protective footwear is the best form of protection.

Ensure you have a hat, sun cream, insect repellent, maps and plenty of water. On hot summer days when the sun is burning and intense, avoid going on a walk. Ensure you know about the trails you plan to hike, as some are more difficult than others. If a walk is more challenging, consider going with a guide and never embark on a hike that is far beyond your ability. Always follow your map and the signs, and stay clear of cliff edges and anything beyond safety barriers.

There is limited mobile service in the outback and other parts of the wilderness. Whether you are going on a tour and taking on a new hiking trail, always ensure someone knows where you will be. It may be difficult to ring anyone in case of an emergency, so someone should always be aware of your location.

What Should I Pack for Australia?

With its wide range of options, preparing for a trip to Australia or the outback can require some extra packing. Consider including these items in your luggage:

  • Insect Repellent – Australia has an abundant wildlife population, and that includes many types of insects. Certain mosquitoes may also spread the Japanese encephalitis virus . Packing a repellent with at least 20%-30% DEET will help ward off any potential pests. Pack neutral-colored and loose-fitting clothing that cover your arms and legs for extra protection.
  • Tweezers – If you will be out in the wilderness in Australia, you may be at risk for tick bites. Having a pair of tweezers on hand allows you to remove any ticks from your skin. If you are bitten, you should still seek medical attention. But, having tweezers gives you the chance to remove these pests as soon as you find them.
  • Sun Cream – The Australian sun can burn easily. Be sure to pack plenty of sun cream to protect yourself from sunburn and to avoid skin damage. To maximise your protection, ensure all your sun cream has at least 30 SPF.
  • Sunnies and Hat – The heat in Australia is often harsh. Bring a wide-brimmed hat if you are planning to spend a lot of time outside. You should also pack sunnies to shield your eyes from the bright sunlight.

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If you are in Australia and have an emergency (for example, been attacked, arrested or someone has died) contact the nearest consular services. Contact the embassy before arrival if you have additional questions on entry requirements, safety concerns or are in need of assistance.

British High Commission Canberra Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla Canberra ACT 2600 Australia Telephone: +61 (0)2 6270 6666 Fax: +61 (0)2 6273 3236

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Passengers complain about Sydney Airport closure due to flight curfew

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It is the gateway to Australia for many international travellers, but for several hours each night it is closed.

Unlike the 24-hour Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth airports, Sydney Airport closes its international terminal between 11pm and 2:30am. The domestic terminal is closed until 4am.

Passengers who have missed connections or arrived extra early for morning flights have complained about being kicked out and forced to wait on the street.

Entrepreneur and Planet Ark co-founder Jon Dee said he had a 6am flight to Armenia via Dubai on Monday morning.

He decided to get the last train from his Katoomba home on Sunday night and arrived at the airport just after midnight.

He said hotels were booked out or charging inflated prices due to Taylor Swift performing in Sydney.

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He said he planned to relax in the airport until it was time to check in at 3am, but was "amazed" to be told by a security guard to leave.

"When I went outside, I met this German lady who had a six-month-old baby, and she had to wait for two-and-a-half hours outside," Mr Dee told ABC Radio Sydney .

Like him, she had assumed there would be somewhere to wait even if their flight wasn't leaving until 6am.

"I travel around the world, all the major international airports, the terminals themselves are open 24 hours a day even if they're not allowed to fly 24 hours," Mr Dee said.

"That way, if you do arrive there, or if you're stuck, or the plane breaks down, there's some way you can get a coffee, somewhere you can go to the toilet, somewhere you can relax."

Airport blames flight curfew

Mr Dee said it was "embarrassing".

"We are the main entry point for most people coming to Australia and it's ridiculous that we're kicking people out on the street.

"Imagine if it had been a winter's night with rain, all of those passengers would have got wet, I think it's time for it to become a 24-hour airport."

A spokesperson for Sydney Airport said the terminals closed to the public overnight for security reasons.

"It's due to the government-mandated curfew from 11pm to 6am," they said.

"However, we emphasise a common sense approach with our security contractor particularly around situations involving vulnerable people.

"We will follow this up to make sure our teams meet expectations around customer service and communication in the future."

Mary Loonam said she had a similar experience when she and her friend arrived early for their 6am flight to Eastern Europe.

"I've got this friend who has to be early for everything, so we arrived at the airport by taxi and of course nothing was open," she said.

"And she suffers from quite a bad back that friend of mine and there was no way for her to sit or anything.

"She ended up sitting on a suitcase."

Karen Burgess said she arrived at the airport at 2am to farewell her son who was travelling to the United Kingdom.

"There were probably about 20 to 30 people there … I just thought it was hysterical, I had my nose pressed to the window looking at the guy polishing the floor."

Leaving a good impression

Aviation expert and Aviation Projects managing director, Keith Tonkin, said he was not surprised Sydney Airport was closed for a few hours given the flight curfew.

He said there would be a "significant cost" to open the terminal facilities for a relatively small number of people who would need them at those times.

"It is unlikely that they would have had any airline staff and other staff that would want to be there necessarily, during those times if there was no scheduled operation," Mr Tonkin said.

He suggested the airport consider providing some basic shelter to accommodate those people who were extra early for flights or have had their plans disrupted leaving them stranded.

He said it was important to make the airport experience as smooth as possible.

"It's the gateway, the major gateway to Sydney in Australia for a lot of international travellers, and their first or their last impression can make a really big difference about how they perceive the place and how they reflect their experience to others," he said.

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Australia’s ‘dirtiest’ car brands have been named and shamed in new analysis, as the battle over mooted pollution caps for new vehicles picks up speed.

Last month, the Albanese government unveiled proposed fuel efficiency standards that would impose fleetwide pollution caps on automotive manufacturers, bringing Australia into line with other developed nations that have similar requirements.

While the proposed standards won’t ban any particular model, brands will be penalised if the average emissions of all vehicles they import is higher than an emissions target that will be slashed by more than 60 per cent from 2025 through to the end of the decade.

With the cap lowered each year, the standard will essentially operate as a carbon price, forcing car makers to sell more zero and low emissions vehicles, or cut back on the sale of high-emitting models such as utes and SUVs, to avoid being hit with fines.

According to Climate Council analysis, Toyota’s 2023 fleet sales made it the dirtiest automotive brand. Picture: Supplied.

Energy Minister Chris Bowen says the change will save motorists about $1000 a year by 2028 due to savings made from purchasing less fuel, however Opposition Leader Peter Dutton branding them as a “new ute tax”.

Amid backlash from automotive industry lobbyists and major car brands, who argue the standards are too ambitious and would quash affordability and choice for consumers, the Climate Council on Wednesday renewed its push in favour of the reforms.

In a report released by the green advocacy group, the Council named the “filthy five” car manufacturers who they argued were getting off “scot-free” despite their environmental impacts.

Toyota was the dirtiest automotive brand in 2023 with its Australian sales estimated to account for up to 547,919 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions, the analysis claimed.

Ford, Hyundai, Renault-Nissan Mitsubishi and Mazda were also significant contributors to transport emissions, it found.

“The cars these multinational corporations sell are responsible for as much climate pollution in a year as dozens of big, dirty coal mines,” the Council’s chief executive Amanda McKenzie said.

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“Right now, they are getting off scot-free because that pollution isn’t being regulated.”

In the absence of fuel efficiency standards, Ms McKenzie said the local market had become a “dumping ground” for high polluting vehicles in recent years.

“That’s why Australian vehicles use 20 per cent more petrol than American vehicles, which we pay for with our well being and at the hip pocket.”

Earlier in the week, one of the nation’s leading business groups, the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), weighed in on the debate over the proposed standards, labelling them “heavy handed” and “unachievable”.

“This unrealistic target, supported by partial, simplistic analysis, will inevitably lead to the perverse outcome of making emissions targets even harder to achieve,” ACCI chief executive Andrew McKellar said.

As a result of the standards, many potential new-car buyers would be locked out of the market due to higher costs, the Chamber claimed.

“This means that households and businesses will keep their older, less fuel-efficient vehicles for longer,” Mr McKellar said.

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Separate analysis released by the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) says that just over 25 per of passenger vehicles models currently sold in the Australian market would fall below with the government’s 2025 emissions cap

By 2029, as the cap reduced, only one in 10 models currently sold would fall below the threshold, the AADA analysis states.

However, independent think tank The Grattan Institute rubbished the automotive lobby’s opposition to the standard, arguing that any price increase would be limited.

“The government’s announcement has revived some criticisms that a fuel efficiency standard will ‘end the weekend’,” a report from the Institute said.

“It will not, particularly since the targets are in line with those in the US and almost certainly achievable without major negative impacts on consumers.

“When vehicle efficiency standards are introduced, manufacturers do make more efficient cars and consumers do buy them.”

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The Matildas are looking to set a new attendance record and extend a run of home sell-outs to 14 after teeing up pre-Olympics friendlies against reigning Asian champions China in Sydney and Adelaide.

The fixtures will inform coach Tony Gustavsson’s selection for Paris as he whittles down the squad to just 18 for the team’s campaign for a first-ever Olympic medal.

The Matildas return to South Australia for the first time since 2019 in a clash with China at the Adelaide Oval on 31 May. It will be the first time they have played at the 53,000-capacity venue.

The side then plays the same opponent in Sydney on 3 June at Accor Stadium in Sydney, marking a return to the venue of their World Cup semi-final defeat.

By then it will have been almost 10 months since England got the better of the host nation in front of more than 75,000 fans.

Accor Stadium’s capacity was reduced for the World Cup due to expanded media seating and Fifa requirements for sight-lines that meant seats behind the goals were left unsold.

Normal capacity at the old Olympic Stadium is more than 80,000 which, if filled, would set a new record for a Matildas attendance.

Football Australia CEO James Johnson said the Matildas had become “a box office entertainment juggernaut” over the past 12 months.

“Our senior national teams are Australia’s teams, and it is important we play matches in as many cities and regional centres as possible, and we are thrilled that the next set of Matildas’ home matches we will continue to open the door for all Australians to connect and witness the team live,” he said.

The two matches follow a friendly with Mexico in Texas on 9 April local time, 10am AEST the following day.

Tuesday’s announcement was overshadowed by news that Sam Kerr, who is currently out of action as she recovers from a knee injury, has pleaded not guilty in the UK to charges of racially aggravated harassment of a police officer.

Kerr is expected to go to trial in February next year. The trial is due to last four days. A statement from Football Australia said it was “aware of the legal proceedings involving Sam Kerr in the United Kingdom”.

“As this is an ongoing legal matter, we are unable to provide further comment at this time,” it added. “Our focus remains on supporting all our players, both on and off the field. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide support as appropriate.”

After the Matildas defeated Uzbekistan 13-0 across two legs to reach the Paris tournament, coach Tony Gustavsson indicated the team for the Olympic lead-up matches would be mostly full strength.

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“There’s limited minutes to prepare the core group of players that I know is going to go to the Olympics and they need the games,” he said . “But maybe I also need to look at a few players to make decisions, so finding that sweet spot on that balance is going to be key.”

The side’s first ever match at South Australia’s largest venue highlights the progress the side has made since its last appearance in the state. That night in November 2019, Emily Gielnik scored in a 1-0 friendly win over Chile.

The 10,342 attendance was the largest to watch a women’s football international in Adelaide. The figure is set to be obliterated in May given the side’s recent popularity.

The Matildas’ run of sell-outs goes back to the pre-World Cup match against France in Melbourne in July last year.

If both matches reach capacity, it will mean every ticket available for a home Matildas match across a period of more than 12 months has been sold.

The Paris Olympics commence at the end of July, and the draw for the 12-team tournament will be held on 20 March.

China failed to qualify for the Olympics, but have won the Women’s Asian Cup nine times, more than any other side. They were again named champions at the last tournament, in India in 2022, after Australia lost to South Korea in the quarter-finals.

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