Short answer
e-Visa required
Pakistani citizens need a visa for Australia, which can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travel.
How to apply
Americans apply for an ETA (subclass 601) in the AustralianETA app; UK and EU citizens apply for a free eVisitor (subclass 651).
Other nationalities apply online for a Visitor visa (subclass 600) through ImmiAccount.
Official website: Australian Department of Home Affairs
Before you travel
- Make sure your Pakistani passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has blank pages.
- Carry a return or onward ticket, your hotel booking and proof that you can pay for your stay; border officers can ask for them.
- Check whether your airline needs to see your visa or authorization at check-in; many will refuse boarding without it.
- Visas for work, study or long stays follow different rules from the tourist rules on this page.
Visa rules for Australia by passport
 Pakistan | e-Visa |
 India | e-Visa |
 Bangladesh | e-Visa |
 Nigeria | e-Visa |
 Philippines | e-Visa |
 Egypt | e-Visa |
 United States | eTA |
 United Kingdom | eTA |
Easier destinations for Pakistani passport holders
Popular places you can visit visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA:
Maldives 
Sri Lanka 
Qatar 
Kenya 
Seychelles 
Nepal 
Cambodia Frequently asked questions
Do Pakistani citizens need a visa for Australia?
e-Visa required. Pakistani citizens need a visa for Australia, which can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travel.
How long can Pakistani citizens stay in Australia?
The length of stay is set by the visa you are granted; tourist visas commonly allow 30 to 90 days.
Where do Pakistani citizens apply for a Australia visa?
Use the official website: Australian Department of Home Affairs (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au). Avoid unofficial sites that charge extra service fees.
How many countries can Pakistani passport holders visit without a visa?
Pakistani passport holders can visit 10 countries visa-free and 22 more with a visa on arrival or eTA.
Based on the Passport Index dataset with our verified corrections for recent rule changes, last reviewed October 19, 2026. Entry rules change often and depend on your passport, purpose of travel and onward tickets. Always confirm with the official website or embassy before you book.