Transit Visa (771)

The Transit Visa (Subclass 771) allows you to transit through Australia for up to 72 hours while traveling to another country. It is also available to eligible maritime crew joining a ship in Australia.

What You Can Do with This Visa

• Stay in Australia for up to 72 hours before leaving for another destination.
• Enter Australia by air before joining the crew of an eligible ship.

Eligibility

• You must leave Australia within 72 hours unless you also hold a Maritime Crew visa (MCV). If you hold an MCV and arrive in Australia by air on a Transit visa, you must join your ship within 5 days.
• Must hold a valid onward ticket and the necessary entry documents for your next destination.
• Must meet health, character and biometric requirements.
• Must be outside Australia when applying.

How to Apply

• Apply online through Immi Account before you travel.
• Attach required documents such as passport, confirmed onward ticket, and entry permit for your next destination.
• Wait for the visa decision before entering Australia.