Australian Transit Visa Requirements and Application Procedures

Australian Transit Visa Requirements and Application Procedures

A transit visa is a type of visa that allows the holder to fly from the country in which it is valid to a different foreign country via a connecting flight. An Australian transit visa is a type of visa that allows the holder to transit through airports in Australia and is also called a Subclass 771 visa class.

Do I Need a Transit Visa for Connecting Flights to Australia?

For connecting flights to Australia; a visa is not required for layovers of up to 8 hours, but a visa is required for layovers lasting between 8 and 72 hours.

People who want to make a transit flight through Australia that will last less than 8 hours do not need to apply for a visa provided they have the necessary documents and a plane ticket to the destination country.

People who will be transiting Australia for up to 72 hours or need to pass through Australia to join a ship's crew will need to apply for a visa. People who need to be in Australia for more than 72 hours will need to apply for a different type of visa suitable for their travel purpose rather than a transit visa.

Which Australian Airports Require a Transit Visa?

Some airports in Australia do not operate 24 hours a day and do not have a transit area or baggage transfer service for passengers waiting for an overnight transfer. People who are transferring through one of Australia's non-24-hour airports may be required to obtain a transit visa, even if they meet the exemption requirements.

Australian airports where a transit visa may be required depending on the type and duration of the transfer are listed below.

• Sydney Airport
• Cairns Airport
• Gold Coast Airport
• Perth Airport
• Darwin Airport
• Canberra Airport
• Sunshine Coast Airport

What are the Australian Transit Visa Application Requirements?

Australian transit visa application requirements are listed below.

• Individuals must leave Australia within 72 hours
• Individuals must have a transport booking within 72 hours of arrival in Australia.
• Applicants must have the necessary documents to enter the country, such as a valid visa, residence permit or passport.
• Applicants must have a marine crew visa if they are entering the country by air to join the crew of a non-military vessel.
• Applicants must agree to the Australian Values ​​Statement if they are over 18 years of age.
• Applicants must not have any criminal record.
• The visa applicant must have valid health insurance.

What are the Required Documents for a Transit Australian Visa?

The documents required for a transit Australian visa are listed below.

• Passport: A valid passport belonging to the visa applicant must be presented for visa application procedures. Along with the passport presented in the visa application file, photocopies of the passport page with the photograph, the page with personal information and the page with information about the validity period of the passport must also be presented.
• ID card: A photocopy of both sides of the visa applicant's ID card must be submitted within the visa application file.
• Transit Australia visa application form: The transit Australia visa application form, which must be filled in completely and using accurate information by the visa applicant, must be submitted in a signed form for visa application procedures.
• Biometric photo: One recent photograph taken with a light-colored background, in which the person's face is clearly visible and complies with biometric standards must be submitted in the visa application file.
• Travel plan: The travel plan containing the details of the person's travel must be submitted in the application file along with other required documents.
• Flight ticket for destination country: A flight ticket for the primary destination country that the person wishes to reach by transiting through Australia, and purchased for a flight that will take place within 72 hours of the person's arrival in Australia, must be submitted in the transit visa application file.
• Visa for the destination country: If the person has a visa for the main destination country that he/she wants to reach by transiting through Australia, it must be added to the application file.
• Documents showing that the person has the appropriate character to travel to Australia must be submitted within the visa application file.
• Australian Declaration of Values: Evidence that the person has signed the Australian Declaration of Values ​​document must be submitted within the visa application file.
• Travel health insurance: A travel health insurance policy issued in the name of the visa applicant and valid in Australia must be presented in the visa application file.

The documents required for ship crew members who will apply for a transit Australia visa may vary. The documents that must be presented for ship crew members include the applicant's passport, identity document, documents showing that the person is working on the ship in question, documents showing that they will be traveling to a different country, documents showing that the ship the person is working on is not a military ship, identity documents for the ship's officers, and a letter issued by the shipping company containing information such as the applicant's name, the name of the employer, the name of the company employing the person, the anticipated date of arrival in Australia, and the person's date of joining the ship's crew.

How to Apply for an Australian Transit Visa?

Australian transit visa applications are made via IMMIAccount according to the regulation that came into effect on July 1, 2018. It is not possible to apply for an Australian transit visa through the visa application center.

For transit Australia visa applications, individuals must first create a user account via the IMMIAccount system and then log in to their user accounts to create a new visa application. After the new visa application page opens, the Australian transit visa option called Subclass 771 must be selected. For online Australia visa application procedures, the application process is completed by filling out the visa application form and uploading the visa documents to the online system.

Those who have completed their visa application procedures will receive an e-mail from the Home Affairs Office of the Australian Embassy in Ankara, informing them that the necessary application procedures have been completed and that the person must apply to the intermediary institution to provide their biometric information.

For Australian transit visa biometrics procedures, individuals must make an appointment through VFS Global, an authorized intermediary institution for Australian visa applications. For appointment procedures, applicants must choose the visa application center of VFS Global, located in Istanbul, Ankara and Gaziantep provinces, which is suitable for their residence address. Australian transit visa application procedures are completed by providing biometric information at the visa appointment.

How Much Does a Visa Fee Cost for Transiting Through Australia?

There is no visa fee for transit through Australia. For Australian transit visa applications, a service fee of 63 Turkish lira must be paid for biometric procedures at the intermediary institution application center.

How Many Days Does It Take to Get an Australian Transit Visa?

An Australian transit visa is issued within an average of 1 month.

How Long Is an Australian Transit Visa Valid?

The maximum validity period for an Australian transit visa is 72 hours for those who will be transiting by air.

If the Australian transit visa holder is an Australian seafarer visa holder and is leaving the country by sea to work on a non-military vessel, the visa is valid for 5 days.

Can I Exit the Airport with an Australian Transit Visa?

Yes, you can leave the airport with an Australian transit visa. Australian transit visa holders have the right to travel to Australia or visit family members or friends for a period not exceeding 72 hours.

2026 Application Checklist

• Valid Passport: Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond stay.
• Proof of Funds: Bank statements or Blocked Account confirmation (2026 rates).
• Biometrics: Appointment confirmation and receipt.
• Health Insurance: Travel or private insurance covering €30,000+.
• Form IMM 5645: Fully completed Family Information form.