Borders Finally Reopened

As of the 1st of November the Australian borders are open for travelling Australians, at least for those who are fully (twice) vaccinated. This means Australian citizens finally returning home, and citizens or permanent residents of Australia being able to leave the country.

These changes should be the end of almost two years of restrictions, and the end of closed borders.

Of course those leaving or entering the country will have to show proof of their full vaccination, and take a pre-flight Covid Test. The 2nd vaccination must have occurred at least 7 days before departure. There will also be quarantine for those returning, but this will be shorter than the previous quarantine time.

Non-Australian Travellers

Foreign residents need an exemption to enter Australia, even when fully vaccinated.

Australia will still be taking migrants for short term and permanent resident places. The intake will favour those who will benefit the Covid recovery effort, yet at the same time retain the same 160 000 places as planned earlier. The type of role expected of migrants, the type of positions open, is still slightly uncertain, as the Covid situation is unpredictable. The Australian government plans for flexibility, and make changes to the immigration requirements in light of how the covid situation changes.

Travel Between Australian States

There are still restriction that apply to travelling between Australian states. These restrictions apply to everybody in Australia, both those entering the country and those who already here. Some state borders are closed and some areas within states are closed. 14 day quarantine applies to those who travel from some areas in Australia.

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