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| Visa | Every nationality except New Zealanders need visas. Tourists visas are generally valid for six months and cost US$22. Visas for less than three months are free. | | Time | There are three time zones: Eastern Standard Time is GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) plus 10 hours; Central Time is GMT plus 9.5 hours; and Western Time GMT plus eight hours. | | Electricity | 220-240V | | Weights and Measures | Metric | | Health | Vaccinations
When travelling from a country with yellow fever, a yellow fever vaccination is required. There are no recommended vaccinations for Australia. Please contact the nearest vaccination centre for further details. | | Water and Hygiene | Tap water is drinking water. In general meat, fish, fruit and vegetables can be eaten.
Medical Care
All major Australian cities have modern medical facilities comparable to those of the United States and Western Europe. Smaller towns have clinics that can handle most medical emergencies. There are stiff penalties for people bringing unauthorized substances into the country. If you are carrying medications, declare them. You're allowed to bring in a four-week supply of personal medicines. Bring a prescription with you, not only to show customs, but in case you need a refill. After an Australian doctor has signed your prescription, you can get it filled at a pharmacy (usually called a "chemist"). It is recommended to take a travel insurance that covers medical cost before departure. | | Communication | The emergency to call number is 000 for all police, medical, fire, and other emergencies. The international access code for Australia is +61. When placing an outgoing international phone call, you have to dial 0011. | | Money | Currency is Australian Dollar. Exchange facilities are available for all incoming and outgoing flights at all international airports in Australia. International-class hotels will exchange major currencies for guests. It is recommended that visitors change money at the airport or at city banks. Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard, Carte Blanche and American Express are accepted. Use may be restricted in small towns and Outback areas. Check with your credit-card company for details of merchant acceptability and other services which may be available. Traveller's cheques are accepted in major currencies at banks or large hotels. However, some banks may charge a fee for cashing traveller's cheques. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take cheques in Australian Dollars or Pounds Sterling. Export and import of coins/notes in Australian or foreign currency above A$10,000 must be declared to customs at the port of entry or departure. Banking hours are from 0930-1600 on Monday to Thursday; 0930-1700 Friday. These hours vary throughout the country.If you would like to know the most recent exchange rate for this country's currency, go to the Oanda website. | | Links | Oanda Koersconverter
Official Website of Australia Tourist Commission
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