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Status, fees and travel framework
Figures are not interchangeable: Australia has multiple routes, and ETIAS is not currently accepting applications.
| Destination and programme | Status | Official fee | Validity | Stay | Processing guidance | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United KingdomUK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) | Active | £20 government application fee | 2 years or until the passport used in the application expires, whichever is sooner | Multiple journeys, normally for visits of up to 6 months at a time | A decision is usually sent within a day, but GOV.UK says to allow up to 3 working days | Government guidanceVerified 26 October 2026 |
| United StatesElectronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) | Active | US $40.27 official ESTA fee | Generally 2 years or until the passport expires, whichever is sooner | Visa Waiver Program visits are limited to 90 days or less for permitted business or pleasure travel | Apply when booking travel; a status update usually takes no more than 72 hours | Government guidanceVerified 26 October 2026 |
| AustraliaElectronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) | Active | No Visa Application Charge; AUD 20 Australian ETA app service fee | 12 months or the remaining passport validity, whichever is shorter; multiple entry | Up to 3 months after each entry | Most applicants are notified immediately, but errors, extra information or verification can take longer | Government guidanceVerified 26 October 2026 |
| AustraliaeVisitor (subclass 651) | Active | Free | 12 months from grant; multiple entry | Up to 3 months after each entry | Use the official processing-time guide; recently decided eVisitor cases are generally short, but individual times vary | Government guidanceVerified 26 October 2026 |
| AustraliaVisitor visa (subclass 600) — Tourist stream | Active | From AUD 250 for the outside-Australia Tourist stream | The grant determines the travel and entry period | A stay of 3, 6 or 12 months may be granted | Subclass 600 times vary significantly; use the live official processing-time guide | Government guidanceVerified 26 October 2026 |
| New ZealandNew Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) | Active | NZD 17 through the official app or NZD 23 online, plus the NZD 100 IVL where it applies | 2 years for travellers; 5 years for eligible crew authorities | Usually up to 3 months per visit, or up to 6 months for UK citizens; no more than 6 months in a 12-month period | Allow 72 hours; further investigation can take longer | Government guidanceVerified 26 October 2026 |
| EuropeEuropean Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) | Not yet operational | Planned fee: EUR 20 | Planned validity: 3 years or until the linked travel document expires, whichever is sooner | Planned short-stay framework: normally up to 90 days in any 180-day period | No applications are being processed because ETIAS is not operational | Government guidanceVerified 26 October 2026 |
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