Despite another increase in the cost of the Australian passport to $422 from January 1, Australian travellers continue to enjoy one of the world’s most powerful passports, with visa-free access to 136 countries worldwide. However, those planning trips beyond the usual destinations should be aware that several countries still impose visa requirements on Australian citizens.
As of January 2026, Australians must obtain a visa in advance to enter 14 countries, mainly across Asia and Africa, including Afghanistan, North Korea, Russia and Sudan. These visas must be arranged through the relevant embassy or consulate before travel.
In addition, 29 countries require Australians to apply for an online eVisa prior to departure. These include popular destinations such as Brazil, India, Papua New Guinea and Vietnam, where travellers can complete the process digitally.
A further 38 countries issue visas on arrival, typically requiring travellers to complete an application at the airport upon landing. Well-known destinations in this category include Indonesia, Cambodia, the Maldives and Tanzania.
While the Australian passport offers extensive global access, travellers are advised to check entry requirements carefully and plan ahead to ensure a smooth journey.
Which countries do Australians need visas for?
Afghanistan
Algeria
Central African Republic
Congo
Eritrea
Ghana
Mali
Nauru
Niger
North Korea
Russia
Sudan
Turkmenistan
Yemen
Which countries do Australians need eVisas for?
Azerbaijan
Benin
Bhutan
Brazil
Burkina Faso
Cameroon
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Equatorial Guinea
Gabon
Guinea
India
Iran
Iraq
Liberia
Libya
Mauritania
Myanmar
Nigeria
Pakistan
Papua New Guinea
São Tomé and Príncipe
Somalia
South Sudan
Suriname
Syria
Togo
Uganda
Vietnam
Which countries issue Australians visas upon arrival?
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Brunei
Burundi
Cambodia
Cape Verde
Comoros
Djibouti
Egypt
Ethiopia
Guinea-Bissau
Indonesia
Jordan
Kuwait
Laos
Lebanon
Madagascar
Maldives
Marshall Islands
Mozambique
Namibia
Nepal
Oman
Palau
Qatar
Samoa
Saudi Arabia
Senegal
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Solomon Islands
Tanzania
Timor-Leste
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Turkey
Tuvalu
Zimbabwe
