What are Australia's entry requirements in 2026?

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To enter Australia in 2026 you need a valid passport (6+ months remaining), a visa or ETA matched to your nationality, and a completed Digital Passenger Declaration if requested. COVID vaccination is no longer required. Yellow fever proof is needed only if arriving from a yellow-fever country within 6 days.

**Documents at the border:** passport, visa/ETA confirmation (digital is fine), return or onward ticket. Customs cards now mostly digital via SmartGate at major airports.

**Biosecurity:** Australia has the world's strictest biosecurity. Declare all food, plant, animal and outdoor gear (hiking boots, tents). Lying on the form risks AUD $5,500 on-the-spot fines.

**Always check** smartraveller.gov.au and immi.homeaffairs.gov.au within 30 days of travel - rules change.

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