Australian passport holders have visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to a total of 185 countries and territories, ranking the Australian passport 9th in terms of travel freedom according to the Henley Passport Index. This means that Australian citizens can travel to these countries without having to apply for a visa in advance.
Some of the most popular visa-free countries for Australian passport holders include:
- European Union: Australian citizens can travel visa-free to all countries in the European Union (EU) for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
- United States: Australian citizens can travel visa-free to the United States for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
- Canada: Australian citizens can travel visa-free to Canada for up to 6 months.
- New Zealand: Australian citizens can travel visa-free to New Zealand for an unlimited period of time.
- Singapore: Australian citizens can travel visa-free to Singapore for up to 30 days.
- Japan: Australian citizens can travel visa-free to Japan for up to 90 days.
- South Korea: Australian citizens can travel visa-free to South Korea for up to 90 days.
- Thailand: Australian citizens can travel visa-free to Thailand for up to 30 days.
It is important to note that visa requirements can change at any time, so it is always best to check with the embassy or consulate of the country you plan to visit before you travel.
Here are some additional tips for Australian passport holders who are planning to travel to visa-free countries:
- Make sure you have a valid passport. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of your intended travel.
- Check the entry requirements for the country you plan to visit. Some countries may require you to have a return ticket or proof of onward travel.
- Pack your passport and other travel documents in a safe place. You should also make a copy of your passport and keep it separate from your original passport.