Indians are flocking back to Australia with visa waiver

Abstract: The Australian government announced free visitor visas and waivers in the visa application charges to boost the country's tourism.

Highlights:

• The government of Australia announced a free visitor visa.
• Australia also waivers the charges of visa application for people whose visa is expiring or would expire between March 20, 2020, and June 30, 2022.
• At the start of the pandemic, Australia had a strict border shutdown. It is opening its borders through various initiatives to bring back normalcy to the country.

On March 20, 2020, Australia shut down its borders to stop the spread of COVID-19. The measures were so strict that they earned the name of 'Fortress Australia.' Very recently, it has started to open its borders for international visitors. Australia allowed international visitors from February 21, 2022. To revive the tourism sector of the country, it has laid down lucrative rules to attract tourists.

New Policies for Tourism in Australia

To boost the island nation's tourism, Australia has formulated policies for the convenience of tourists. Some of the guidelines to attract tourists are

• Free Australia visitor visa
• Waiver of visa application charge for people whose visa expires between March 20, 2020, and June 30, 2022

Australia has been witnessing an increased number of visa applications from India since it opened its borders in February 2022. When it first opened its border, it only allowed completely vaccinated students, parents, and migrants inside the country. Now, it is progressively allowing international visitors too. Do you need assistance to apply for Australia visit visa? Y-Axis is here to help you.

Statement by Australian Government

The Australian government's statement regarding the allowance of international tourists says that due to growing demands, people are encouraged to submit their visa applications in advance. The visitor visa of Australia is valid for 12 months to three years from the date of issuance. It implies that one can apply for the visa in advance and book tickets later for their convenience. The visa application can be submitted online at the convenience of the visitor. Travelers must submit the DPD or Digital Passenger Declaration instead of the Australia Travel Declaration. The declaration has information about health, vaccination reports, and COVID-19 results taken 72 hours before the scheduled flight. Do you want to visit  Australia? Contact Y-Axis, the No.1 Overseas Study Consultant. If you found this article helpful, you may want to read India to resume regular international flights from March 27