Travelling to and from Australia

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Some travel in and out of Australia is now possible. After two years of nearly constant restrictions designed to reduce the further spread of Covid the borders are now open for Australian citizens and permanent residents. Of course some conditions apply.

The citizens and Australian residents who travel in and out of Australia need to be vaccinated, and provide proof of this vaccination.

Vaccination proof is through the International COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate (ICVC) usually issued in digital form, though paper versions are acceptable. This is present when checking in for a flight.

Any vaccination shots were given overseas must include the following:

• Written in English, or accompanied by a certified translation.
• Full name as it appears on the traveller’s passport
• The individual’s date of birth or passport number
• The vaccine type/brand name
• Either the date of each dose, or the date of completion of the full course of immunisation.

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The final dose of the vaccine must be administered at least 7 days before travelling across borders.

• There are some exceptions to the vaccination requirements:
• Individuals who have a legitimate medical reason not to be vaccinated. This requires certification by a doctor.
• Australian children under 11 years of age do not need vaccination on departure from the country
• All children under 12 years and 3 months do not require vaccination when entering the country.

Some countries of destination require a negative result on a Covid test on departure from Australia. Some countries require a period of quarantine on arrival.

Air and maritime employees have additional requirements. This should be advised by their employers.

Temporary Visa Holders

Foreigners who hold temporary visa may leave the country at any point. But they will need an exemption to return to Australia. This should be completed at least 2 weeks before travel See: https://travel-exemptions.homeaffairs.gov.au/tep

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The visa and permanent residency requirements are made more complex during the pandemic. Talk to an immigration Lawyer Sydney.

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