A pre-travel approval applied for online. Not a visa — typically issued within 24-72 hours.

A pre-travel approval applied for online. Not a visa — typically issued within 24-72 hours. Permitted stay is 90 days.

Romania passport holders can typically stay in Australia for 90 days under the standard entry rules. Longer stays require a separate long-term visa.

Romania citizens need an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) to enter Australia. A pre-travel approval applied for online. Not a visa — typically issued within 24-72 hours.

90 days on each visit in 12-month period if granted. May enter using SmartGate . Transit without a visa is possible. Approval rates for Romanian citizens remain by far the lowest of the eVisitor programme. Even in 2025, approximately 38% of applications are rejected. Proof of employment, retirement, or enrollment in a university is mandatory. In the very likely event of being asked for financial resources, a bank statement from the last 3 months showing at least AUD 5,000 and proof of consistent monthly income is recommended. If any of these conditions cannot be met, additional documents demonstrating intent to return to the home country are recommended to avoid visa refusal. It is still generally considered a visa exemption, as 90% of eVisitor visas are automatically granted in less than a day for citizens of other eVisitor-eligible countries, with an overall approval rate of 98%. For Romanian citizens, the automatic grant rate is less than 30%, and the overall approval rate, including manually reviewed applications, is around 62%.

Apply online through the official Australia ETA portal before traveling. Most travel authorizations are issued within 24-72 hours. You'll need your passport details, travel dates, and a payment method.

For short business visits like meetings or conferences, Romania citizens typically enter Australia under the same rules as tourists. For paid work, long assignments, or activities beyond what a tourist visa allows, a dedicated business or work visa is required. Confirm specifics with the Australia embassy or consulate.