Australia is a popular player on travel wish lists, not by chance. Who wouldn't want the other hemisphere of the earth, where, at most, pictures of animals, amazing natural sights and fantastic cities can be found 83 times as large as Hungary? Not to mention the wonderful beaches where 89% of the population lives. Shining Sydney is a city of beaches, cafes and sumptuous museums, lively and pleasant Melbourne with its arts and restaurants, Brisbane's subtropical climate, Adelaide festivals. In addition to relaxing, the popular resort town of Cairns promises an unforgettable excursion to the Great Coral Reef. Australia's natural beauty is endless: Ayers Rock - also known as the Holy Rock of Uluru, National Parks, Fraser Island, Tasmania's special world speaks for itself. Australia Tourist Visa,
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Australia's main season is the summer from December to February. It is a pleasant time to travel even from March to May and September to November. From Budapest, you can get to the big cities with one or more connections. Flight time between Budapest and Sydney is approx. 20 hours (no transfer time). Visa required to travel to Australia.
Entering Australia is only possible with a valid passport and a valid Australian visa (entry required). There is no direct flight between Hungary and Australia, so special attention should be paid to the passport's validity period when transiting. A visa must be applied for and picked up in advance, and you will not be able to board the aircraft (no entry visa is required). Individual visitor visas are available online, and more information is available on this page. The most common type of visa is the so-called. visitor visa, sign 651. This link contains more detailed information. The forms must be completed electronically, following the instructions, and the supporting documents must be uploaded electronically. Destinations in Australia
Australia still allows many different types of visa to be applied for, visa fees and other conditions vary from case to case. Prior and careful orientation is therefore important.
Airport transit is visa-free (and tax-free) under certain conditions. More information is available on this page. The visa waiver only applies to airport transit within 8 hours, otherwise, transit is also required. More information is available on this page.
Australia does not establish a specific period of validity for the passports used for entry, as entry depends on the existence and validity of the visa. However, in the case of shorter tourist visits, it is recommended to travel with a passport with a period of validity exceeding the planned duration. Based on the various Australian websites and your experience of traveling from Hungary, we recommend that you apply for a passport with a period of validity of at least one year. A passport with a period of validity of more than half a year may be necessary for particular because of the existence of a six-month validity rule in several countries of the region (and in the most commonly used countries for transit). More information is available on this page, we also recommend contacting the airline of your choice (as well as your travel agent) for information on your passport's validity period.
We strongly advise travelers to refrain from exceeding their authorized days of stay. Overnight stays of up to 1 day can have serious consequences for the police. If there are any obstacles to leaving the country, we recommend that you inform Australian immigration authorities in good time.
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Safety
Australia has raised the medium to a high level of terrorist threat because of the danger represented by local supporters of the Islamic State and other terrorist organizations. This classification was confirmed following the hostage drama in Sydney on December 15, 2014. Stricter security controls have been introduced at airports, bus terminals, ports, and public events and government buildings, which may result in increased police presence at mass events.
Australia is a safe country, but in cities and places frequented by tourists, pickpocketing, robbery, and car theft can occur.
Hungarian citizens who have been the victims of the crime can also obtain the necessary information through the English-language website www.vaonline.org. Please report all cases to the local police. Attacks and atrocities against Hungarian and EU citizens, as well as Hungarian and EU-related companies and institutions, are unlikely to occur. know more https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/
Depending on the season, tropical cyclones, floods, and bushfires can cause problems in Australia.
We would like to draw the attention of Hungarian citizens in Australia to swim only in designated places in the sea. In all cases, follow the instructions of the lifesaving service as currents offshore to the high seas can be extremely strong. Destinations in Australia (The Australian Lifeboat Service has to rescue more than 10,000 people drowned on the high seas each year, and nearly 100 people drown into the sea each year for these reasons.) The occurrence of brush fires in Australia from November to the end of February is a major threat.
Health information
In Australia, the quality of public health, epidemic and medical care are good. Tap water is drinkable in most places. In some remote areas, it is recommended to use bottled water instead of tap water (artesian water).
Sunburn is a health risk for some representatives of the Australian fauna (jellyfish, venomous snakes, spiders, etc.). Even in winter, sunglasses and long-sleeved dresses are recommended, and high-factor sunscreen in summer. There are countless dangers in Australia's wildlife, signs warn against them, but you should inquire directly at accommodations and generally exercise caution (such as hiking high-heeled shoes, rattling the bushes before camping, and avoiding early and early morning driving). Here is a pictorial summary of the most dangerous animal species:
Hungarian citizens traveling to Queensland, Northern Territory and northern Australia to be alert for diseases transmitted by mosquitoes - dengue fever, Ross River fever - and use mosquito repellents and mosquito nets.
In Australia, it is common for most doctors and hospitals to pay their bills immediately after receiving healthcare. The Embassy advises all Hungarian citizens to take out comprehensive health and accident insurance for the duration of their stay. We recommend that Hungarian nationals check that their insurance covers all activities (eg diving, etc.) that they wish to pursue during their stay in Australia.
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