Australian visa for German citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for German passport holders visiting Australia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For German citizens to enter Australia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Australia e-visa for German citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Australia visa on arrival for German citizens | Not Available | |
Australia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding German passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Australia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Australia.
If you are looking for Australia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Germany, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Australia nearest your place of residence.
- Berlin: The Embassy of Australia in Berlin, Germany (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 2 minutes)
- Frankfurt: The Consulate General of Australia in Frankfurt, Germany (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 2 minutes)
Australia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Australia diplomatic mission offices to Germany for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Germany traveling to Australia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Germany) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 180,428 | N/A |
| 2009 | 177,327 | -1.72% |
| 2010 | 187,017 | 5.46% |
| 2011 | 186,403 | -0.33% |
| 2012 | 194,834 | 4.52% |
| 2013 | 209,369 | 7.46% |
| 2014 | 223,581 | 6.79% |
| 2015 | 240,603 | 7.61% |
| 2016 | 267,089 | 11.01% |
| 2017 | 284,725 | 6.60% |
| 2018 | 298,646 | 4.89% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Australia & Germany comparison
Australia's area is approximately 7,682,300 km2 (2,966,151 sq mi), while the area of Germany is approximately 348,560 km2 (134,579 sq mi). This means Germany is 22.04 times smaller than Australia.
As of October 2025, Australia's population is ~27.0 million people - 58,120,108 fewer people than the population of Germany.
We have highlighted Australia & Germany’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Australia | Germany | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 27,004,377 | 85,124,485 | 58.1 million fewer people live in Australia than Germany |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 136 | 227 | Australia has 91 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Germany. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 130 | 145 | Australia passport holders visit 15 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 319 | 593 | Australian hosts 274 fewer foreign missions than Germany. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Germany travel to Australia in one year?
The number of visitors from Germany visiting Australia in 2018 was approximately 298,646.
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