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	<title>Australia Visa Immigration Information &#187; tourist visa</title>
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		<title>Australian Quarantine Information and Guidelines</title>
		<link>http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/australia-visas/australian-quarantine-information-and-guidelines/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:08:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dylann</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[australia visas]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/?p=1641</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Since Australia have become the most number one tourist country they have became more and more careful on whose going to their country throughout the year.
Many families across different country are moving and emigrating to Australia between 2008 and 2009, the percentage of immigrating program has been increased by 19.8% over 2007-2008 planning levels, and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div name="googleone_share_1" style="position:relative;z-index:5;clear:left; float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-top:10px;"><g:plusone size="tall" count="1" href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/australia-visas/australian-quarantine-information-and-guidelines/"></g:plusone></div><p>Since Australia have become the most number one tourist country they have became more and more careful on whose going to their country throughout the year.<span id="more-1641"></span></p>
<p>Many families across different country are moving and emigrating to Australia between 2008 and 2009, the percentage of immigrating program has been increased by 19.8% over 2007-2008 planning levels, and 190,300 places have been allocated for people wishing to <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/working/workingholidayvisas.htm">work in Australia</a>. This country also a perfect place to start a family, you can easily have a job there were millions of opportunities that awaits for the people who wants to have a job. However if you are now already decided to go to Australia, your visa has been approved and you&#8217;re flying in about a few days. Below are some information that help you upon arriving on Australia&#8217;s airport, as you don&#8217;t want to have trouble in any other ways;</p>
<p>According to Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service many items are prohibited from entry into Australia. Some items that international students often try to bring in include:</p>
<p>food (includes cooked and raw food and ingredients, dried fruit and vegetables, canned meat products, dairy products, egg and egg products, fish and other seafood products, instant noodles and rice, herbs and spices, biscuits, cakes and confectionary, tea, coffee another beverages, and seeds and nuts)</p>
<p>plant material (including painted, lacquered or raw wooden carvings, handicrafts and souvenirs made from plant material, straw products, bamboo, cane or rattan basket ware, potpourri, fresh or dried flowers, and items that contain bark)</p>
<p>animal products (including feathers, bones, horns, wool, animal hair, skins, furs, shells, coral, bee products, live animals, and birds&#8217; eggs)</p>
<p>amounts of AU$10,000 or more carried with you, or equivalent in foreign currency (meaning notes and coins of legal tender), must be reported on arrival or departure. There are also restrictions on which prescribed medicines you can bring into Australia. Check with the Australian Therapeutically Goods Administration.</p>
<p>All firearms, weapons and ammunition are also prohibited</p>
<p>________________________<br />
National Visas offer the best services that people might have ask. If you stumble upon this site you can browse the services that certainly will be very helpful and useful. People can choose from <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/visitorvisas.htm">tourist visa, travel visa, visitor visa</a>, <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/student/studentvisas.htm">student visa</a>, and work visa whichever they suppose to process. So if you want to apply for these Visas you might want to check this site first to get enough information before gathering all your requirements. It will be a good idea especially if this is your first time to travel in different country.</p>
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		<title>Get your Australian Visa and make your dream of living into reality</title>
		<link>http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/australia-visas/get-your-australian-visa-and-make-your-dream-of-living-into-reality/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 05:14:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dylann</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[australia visas]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/?p=1601</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There is something in Australia that makes the people across the country wants to live and travel with it. Perhaps the climate which is certainly better, or the cost of living which is perceived to be cheaper. 
It could be the lifestyle as it is indeed laid back more emphasis on home life and social [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div name="googleone_share_1" style="position:relative;z-index:5;clear:left; float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-top:10px;"><g:plusone size="tall" count="1" href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/australia-visas/get-your-australian-visa-and-make-your-dream-of-living-into-reality/"></g:plusone></div><p>There is something in Australia that makes the people across the country wants to live and travel with it. Perhaps the climate which is certainly better, or the cost of living which is perceived to be cheaper. <span id="more-1601"></span></p>
<p>It could be the lifestyle as it is indeed laid back more emphasis on home life and social life rather than working all the hours. But definitely the exquisite sceneries and the beaches that drawn the tourists to live and stay with Australia.</p>
<p>There are various different types of visa for getting hold of access to Australia and for gaining stable residency status. For many it can be very overwhelming just formative which one to apply for, let alone going from beginning to end the application process. The common of people relocating to live &#8216;down under&#8217; from the different country do so on a skilled migrant visa, with others supervision to increase sponsorship from an employer before they relocate or possibly being sponsored by family previously residing in Australia.</p>
<p>If you want to know where to start, you start by formative which visa type you will be most likely to get. If you want a <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/visitorvisas.htm">tourist visa</a>, <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/student/studentvisas.htm">student visa</a> or <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/working/workingholidayvisas.htm">working visa</a>, you can actually find the information you need online. Find a website the will help you with your <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/">Australian Visa application</a>. However, be careful to seek for help with the right information and guidelines. As we don&#8217;t know if there is a site which is a scam and will just put you in trouble.</p>
<p>Nationalvisas.com.au is the leading provider of visa and immigration advice and is regulated by the Australian Government and that&#8217;s why thousands have used National Visas to receive their visa to Australia in the last year alone. You can contact them anytime if you want to get help for your <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/assess/index.php?assessment_type=workingholiday&#038;assessment_version=0.1">Holiday Visa to Australia</a>.</p>
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		<title>Where can I Process my Australian Visitor ETA Visa?</title>
		<link>http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/visitor-visas/where-can-i-process-my-australian-visitor-eta-visa/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 06:29:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dylann</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Visitor Visas]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[australia visa]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[australian ETA]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Australian ETA visa]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Australian visa]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Australian Visas]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/?p=1519</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[An ETA visa (Visitor) subclass 976 is designed for people who are outside Australia and want to visit Australia for holidays, tourism, and recreation or for informal study. 
There is no charge for this Visa Application; ETA visa allows you stay for up to three months on each visit within the validity of the visa. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div name="googleone_share_1" style="position:relative;z-index:5;clear:left; float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-top:10px;"><g:plusone size="tall" count="1" href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/visitor-visas/where-can-i-process-my-australian-visitor-eta-visa/"></g:plusone></div><p>An <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/ETAvisainfo.htm">ETA visa</a> (Visitor) subclass 976 is designed for people who are outside Australia and want to visit Australia for holidays, tourism, and recreation or for informal study. <span id="more-1519"></span></p>
<p>There is no charge for this Visa Application; ETA visa allows you stay for up to three months on each visit within the validity of the visa. ETAs are valid for 12 months from the date of grant, or for the life of the passport if the passport expires less than 12 months from the date the ETA was granted. The maximum length of each visit is three months.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/preassessment_on_visitor_visa.htm">Australian Visitor ETA</a> visa is an electronically stored authority for travel to Australia. ETA information is available by airlines, travel agents and Australian border agencies. Applicants for this visa do not need to visit a departmental office to submit an application and you will not receive a stamp or label in your passport. An ETA is linked to the passport number that is used in an ETA application and the holder must use the same passport to travel to Australia.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/visitorvisas.htm">Australian ETA visas</a> are available online to passport holders from a number of countries and regions. If you want apply check out the NationalVisas.com.au, this site have all the information and requirements you needed. Simply registered and browse all the services, they have all the traveling info if you want to go to Australia. However you should remember the important things upon application;Important: Applications must be made from outside Australia. To apply online for an ETA you will need:</p>
<ul>
<li> a current valid passport for each traveller and</li>
<li>a valid credit card (American Express, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard or Visa).</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>About National Visas:</strong></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/visitorvisas.htm">Australia Visitor Visa Program</a> enables people to come to Australia for a short period of time (up to 12 months) for a holiday or to visit family friend.</p>
<p>Let your situation professionally assessed. <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/services/makeanappointment.htm">Make an appointment, consult with us, please do not hesitate to contact us via telephone, video chat, email, fax or in person</a>. You can discuss subjects such as Australian immigration, visas, lifestyle, employment and general settlement hints and tips relevant to your personal circumstances.</p>
<p>Want to know more? Visit us and let us guide you on your desired <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/">Australia Visa</a>.</p>
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		<title>Move to Australia! Easy Ways for your Immigration Information</title>
		<link>http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/immigration-visas/move-to-australia-easy-ways-for-your-immigration-information/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 02:12:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dylann</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Immigration Visas]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/?p=1500</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you are planning to live in Australia that will be the  great idea and that will absolutely change your life. This is not just because of the great opportunities and ways of living here, but also the beautiful sceneries and tourist spots that people can actually enjoy with their whole life. 
Australian outback [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div name="googleone_share_1" style="position:relative;z-index:5;clear:left; float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-top:10px;"><g:plusone size="tall" count="1" href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/immigration-visas/move-to-australia-easy-ways-for-your-immigration-information/"></g:plusone></div><p>If you are planning to live in Australia that will be the  great idea and that will absolutely change your life. This is not just because of the great opportunities and ways of living here, but also the beautiful sceneries and tourist spots that people can actually enjoy with their whole life. <span id="more-1500"></span></p>
<p>Australian outback is one of the well visited spot in here, if you&#8217;re quite adventurous and wanted to experience the wild life, these are the best happenings ever. However, career chances in Australia will surely makes your dream come true, with thousands of jobs to choose from, you will definitely live your life in a high standard way.</p>
<p>Australia is also a perfect place to start a family, you can easily have a job there were millions of opportunities that awaits for the people who wants to have a <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/jobs/job_search.htm">job in Australia</a>. People can easily find a right job for them,because there were lots of employer in Australia seeking for a potential employee for their company.</p>
<p>And don&#8217;t forget the impeccable scenes and the adventurous experience of the wild life, you will definitely enjoy. All these beautiful happenings were occur tremendously in this country.</p>
<p>National Visas offer the best services that people might have ask. If you stumble upon this site you can browse the services that certainly will be very helpful and useful. People can choose from <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/student/studentvisas.htm">student visa</a>, <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/visitorvisas.htm">tourist visa,travel visa,visitor</a> and <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/working/workingholidayvisas.htm">work visa</a> whichever they suppose to process.</p>
<p>So if you want to apply for these Visas you might want to check this site first to get enough information before gathering all your requirements. It will be a good idea especially if this is your first time to travel in different country.</p>
<p><b>About National Visas:</b><br />
NationalVisas.com.au provides assistance for your Australia visa application and visa services. Get your any visa for Australia processed very quickly through online! Find advice now for an <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/">Australian Immigration</a>.</p>
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		<title>Australian ETA Visa vs eVisitor Visa</title>
		<link>http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/visitor-visas/australian-eta-visa-vs-evisitor-visa/</link>
		<comments>http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/visitor-visas/australian-eta-visa-vs-evisitor-visa/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 04:41:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dylann</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Visitor Visas]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Australian visa]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Australian Visas]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/?p=1364</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[An Australian ETA visa or the Electronic Travel Authority is for people who want to make a short trip into Australia for holidays, tourism, recreation and informal studies. It is usually valid for up to 12 months from date of granting and allows the holder to stay up to three months per visit to Australia. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div name="googleone_share_1" style="position:relative;z-index:5;clear:left; float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-top:10px;"><g:plusone size="tall" count="1" href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/visitor-visas/australian-eta-visa-vs-evisitor-visa/"></g:plusone></div><p>An <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/ETAvisainfo.htm">Australian ETA visa or the Electronic Travel Authority</a> is for people who want to make a short trip into Australia for holidays, tourism, recreation and informal studies. It is usually valid for up to 12 months from date of granting and allows the holder to stay up to three months per visit to Australia. <span id="more-1364"></span></p>
<p>A similar Australian visa that is also very popular is the eVisitor visa. This allows the holder to <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/visitorvisas.htm">travel to Australia</a> for business or tourism purposes for up to three months. Tourism may mean holidays, recreation and seeing family and friends while business could mean attending conferences, negotiations or for an exploratory business visit.</p>
<p>The Australian ETA visa and the eVisitor visa works similarly, in that it is one of the most convenient ways to travel to Australia. Both the ETA visa and the eVisitor visa let you skip long lines and difficult visa processing, since you don&#8217;t need to visit a departmental office to gain one. These are the few visa types that are entirely electronically stored. It can be accessed by airlines, travel agents and Australian border control and does not require a stamp or label on your passport.</p>
<p>It also follows similar usage rules. Both the ETA and the eVisitor visas are dependent on the passport you used when lodging the application. A separate eVisitor and ETA is required per family member traveling to Australia. These visas cannot be granted while the applicant is in Australia and cannot be extended for a longer period of stay in the country.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/ETAvisainfo.htm">Australian ETA</a> visa is available to passport holders from over 30 countries, regions and locations including the following: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Monaco, The Netherlands, Norway. Portugal, Republic of San Marino, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, USA and Vatican City.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, the eVisitor visa is for passport holder from the European Union and a number of other European countries. These include the following countries: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Republic of San Marino, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, the UK and Vatican City.</p>
<p><strong>About National Visas:</strong></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/visitorvisas.htm">Australia Visitor Visa Program</a> enables people to come to Australia for a short period of time (up to 12 months) for a holiday or to visit family friend.</p>
<p>Let your situation professionally assessed. <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/services/makeanappointment.htm">Make an appointment, consult with us, please do not hesitate to contact us via telephone, video chat, email, fax or in person</a>. You can discuss subjects such as Australian immigration, visas, lifestyle, employment and general settlement hints and tips relevant to your personal circumstances.</p>
<p>Want to know more? Visit us and let us guide you on your desired <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/">Australia Visa</a>.</p>
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		<title>Australia ETA: The Multipurpose Visa</title>
		<link>http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/visitor-visas/australia-eta-the-multipurpose-visa/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 06:04:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>dylann</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Visitor Visas]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[australia visa]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[australian ETA]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Australian ETA visa]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Australian visa]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Australian Visas]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/?p=1356</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[One of the most flexible visas to use for Australia is the ETA or the Electronic Travel Authority. It is designed for people who want to go to Australia for holidays, tourism, recreation or informal studies.
The Australian ETA visa allows holders to stay up to three months on each visit within the ETA&#8217;s validity period. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div name="googleone_share_1" style="position:relative;z-index:5;clear:left; float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-top:10px;"><g:plusone size="tall" count="1" href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/visitor-visas/australia-eta-the-multipurpose-visa/"></g:plusone></div><p>One of the most flexible visas to use for Australia is the ETA or the Electronic Travel Authority. It is designed for people who want to go to Australia for holidays, tourism, recreation or informal studies.<span id="more-1356"></span></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/visitorvisas.htm">Australian ETA visa</a> allows holders to stay up to three months on each visit within the ETA&#8217;s validity period. They are usually valid for 12 months from the date it was granted or is aligned with the life of the passport. The passport number used when lodging the online application for the ETA is linked to your visa, so holders of this Australian visa must use the same one when they arrive in Australia.</p>
<p>Adding to its flexibility and convenience, the <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/ETAvisainfo.htm">Australian ETA</a> Visa is electronically stored. This means, it is accessible by airlines, travel agents and Australian border control. You don&#8217;t even need to physically visit a departmental office to lodge an applicant (if you belong to an eligible country) and you do not need a stamp or a label on your passport.</p>
<p>Australian ETA visas are usually filed on an individual basis. While it is possible to bring your family with you on an <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/preassessment_on_visitor_visa.htm">ETA visa</a>, one is required for each member of the family entering Australia. This includes minors who are under the age of 18 but are still included on your passport.</p>
<p>Eligibility for filing via a travel agent, airline, service provider or an Australian visa office outside Australia means that you should be a passport holder from one of the following countries: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Monaco, The Netherlands, Norway. Portugal, Republic of San Marino, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, USA and Vatican City.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, for passport holder of the following countries: Brunei, Canada, Hong Kong (SAR), Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea and the US may opt to lodge an online application for the Australian ETA visa. European passport holder eligible for ETA visa travel agencies, airlines and specialist may choose to apply for an eVisitor visa instead.</p>
<p><strong>About National Visas:</strong></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/visitorvisas.htm">Australia Visitor Visa Program</a> enables people to come to Australia for a short period of time (up to 12 months) for a holiday or to visit family friend.</p>
<p>Let your situation professionally assessed. <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/services/makeanappointment.htm">Make an appointment, consult with us, please do not hesitate to contact us via telephone, video chat, email, fax or in person</a>. You can discuss subjects such as Australian immigration, visas, lifestyle, employment and general settlement hints and tips relevant to your personal circumstances.</p>
<p>Want to know more? Visit us and let us guide you on your desired <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/">Australia Visa</a>.</p>
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		<title>Australian ETA Visa: The Modern Way to Travel</title>
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		<dc:creator>dylann</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Australia ETA or Electronic Travel Authority is the easiest way to travel to the country for short visits or business trips. The system was introduced in 1996. Basically, this is an electronically stored authority to travel to Australia. It removes the need for a visa label, passport stamp or even application forms.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div name="googleone_share_1" style="position:relative;z-index:5;clear:left; float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-top:10px;"><g:plusone size="tall" count="1" href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/blog/visitor-visas/australian-eta-visa-the-modern-way-to-travel/"></g:plusone></div><p>The <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/ETAvisainfo.htm">Australia ETA or Electronic Travel Authority</a> is the easiest way to travel to the country for short visits or business trips. The system was introduced in 1996. Basically, this is an electronically stored authority to travel to Australia. It removes the need for a visa label, passport stamp or even application forms.<span id="more-1156"></span></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/visitorvisas.htm">Australian ETA visa</a> system can be accessed by more than 300,000 travel agents worldwide and more than 75 airlines. There are three types of Australia ETA visas available:</p>
<p>ETA (Visitor) subclass 976 allows up to three months stay per visit within a 12-months from visa grant. The ETA (Business Entrant-Short Validity) subclass 977 also allows the same length of stay with 12-months of visa grant but is mostly used for business travel. The ETA (Business Entrant-Long Validity) subclass 956, on the other hand, allows up to three months stay per visit and is based on the validity of the passport.</p>
<p>It is important to remember that when an ETA is granted, it is always linked electronically to the ETA visa holder&#8217;s passport. As such, if there is a need to change a passport after the Australian ETA visa has already been granted, then the applicant must get a new ETA for the new passport.</p>
<p>During travel, the service provider (ie airlines or border control) enters the information found on the traveler&#8217;s passport into their ETA system, which interacts with the departmental systems. The <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/preassessment_on_visitor_visa.htm">ETA visa</a> holder&#8217;s details are checked and the service provider is advised of the outcome. Everything is done electronically.</p>
<p>Travelers can enjoy the seamless process of purchasing their airline ticket and obtaining their Australian ETA visa at the same time. Service providers also benefit from this system as it saves airline staff time at the check-in counter.</p>
<p><strong>About National Visas:</strong></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/visitor/visitorvisas.htm">Australia Visitor Visa Program</a> enables people to come to Australia for a short period of time (up to 12 months) for a holiday or to visit family friend.</p>
<p>Let your situation professionally assessed. <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/services/makeanappointment.htm">Make an appointment, consult with us, please do not hesitate to contact us via telephone, video chat, email, fax or in person</a>. You can discuss subjects such as Australian immigration, visas, lifestyle, employment and general settlement hints and tips relevant to your personal circumstances.</p>
<p>Want to know more? Visit us and let us guide you on your desired <a href="http://www.nationalvisas.com.au/">Australia Visa</a>.</p>
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