Tongan visa for Australian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Australian passport holders visiting Tonga for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Australian citizens to enter Tonga for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Tonga e-visa for Australian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Tonga visa on arrival for Australian citizens | Eligible | |
Tonga tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Australian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Tonga.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Tonga.
If you are looking for Tonga visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Australia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Tonga nearest your place of residence.
- Singapore City: The Consulate General of in Singapore City, ~ 6205.60 kilometers (3855.98 mi) away from Canberra, Australia. (Working hours: Close now).
- Manila: The Consulate General of in Manila, ~ 6283.98 kilometers (3904.68 mi) away from Canberra, Australia. (Working hours: Close now).
Tonga visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Tonga diplomatic mission offices to Australia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Australia traveling to Tonga from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Australia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 13,440 | N/A |
| 2009 | 12,277 | -8.65% |
| 2010 | 13,053 | 6.32% |
| 2011 | 13,053 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 12,407 | -4.95% |
| 2013 | 13,440 | 8.33% |
| 2014 | 12,665 | -5.77% |
| 2015 | 12,924 | 2.05% |
| 2016 | 12,277 | -5.01% |
| 2017 | 13,182 | 7.37% |
| 2018 | 12,665 | -3.92% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Tonga & Australia comparison
Tonga's area is approximately 720 km2 (277 sq mi), while the area of Australia is approximately 7,682,300 km2 (2,966,151 sq mi). This means Australia is 10669.86 times bigger than Tonga.
As of October 2025, Tonga's population is ~111772 people - 26,892,605 fewer people than the population of Australia.
We have highlighted Tonga & Australia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Tonga | Australia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 111,772 | 27,004,377 | 26.9 million fewer people live in Tonga than Australia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 10 | 136 | Tonga has 126 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Australia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 88 | 130 | Tonga passport holders visit 42 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 7 | 319 | Tongan hosts 312 fewer foreign missions than Australia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Australia travel to Tonga in one year?
The number of visitors from Australia visiting Tonga in 2018 was approximately 12,665.
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Useful Information
- Nuku'alofa to Canberra: 32463.47 km (20171.86 mi)
- Travel time: 67 hours 37 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025