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ARTICLE · 07 MAY 2020

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Immigration Updates

Since 20 March, travel to Australia has been restricted to Australian citizens, residents and immediate family members.

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Travel restrictions to Australia

From 9 pm AEDT 20 March 2020, only Australian citizens, residents and immediate family members can travel to Australia. All travellers to Australia are required to self-isolate for 14 days, either at home or in a hotel.

Exemptions to travel restrictions

You can travel to Australia if you are:

  • an Australian citizen
  • a permanent resident
  • a New Zealand citizen usually resident in Australia

Citizens and Permanent Residents

There are no restrictions on Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents (PR) to enter Australia. They are however subject to a 14 day self-isolation period.

New Zealand Citizens

New Zealand citizens who are ordinarily residents in Australia are not restricted from entering, but they will need to show proof of residency such as a drivers licence or other documents showing an Australian address. They are however subject to a 14 day self-isolation period.

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