Visa Information

Travel information

Travelling to Australia

International participants, attendees, speakers and exhibitors should check Australia’s visa requirements and apply well in advance of travelling.

Further details
Please note

Visa eligibility is determined by the Australian Department of Home Affairs and may depend on your passport country and individual circumstances. ANZSGM 2027 cannot provide immigration advice or guarantee that a visa will be granted.

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Applying for a visa

Visitor visa options

Depending on eligibility, conference participants may be able to apply for one of the following visa options:

Important: Eligibility for an ETA or eVisitor visa is determined by the passport held by the applicant.

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Permitted activities

Travelling as a business visitor

Subject to your visa conditions, a business visitor may be able to:

  • Make general business or employment enquiries
  • Investigate, negotiate, enter into or review a business contract
  • Conduct activities as part of an official government visit
  • Take part in a conference, trade fair or seminar, provided you are not paid by the organisers to participate
  • Undertake tourist activities

Supporting your application

Visitor visa applicants should provide as much relevant supporting information as possible. This may include:

  • Evidence of previous international travel, such as visas and passport pages showing entry and departure stamps
  • Information or evidence confirming attendance at similar conferences or professional events
  • Your ANZSGM 2027 registration confirmation and invitation letter, where available
Review the application guidance ↗
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Registration dashboard

Letter of invitation

Payment required

Your invitation letter will only be added to your registration dashboard once your registration fee has been paid in full. It cannot be generated or downloaded before payment has been received.

Once payment has been completed, enter your passport details in the registration dashboard to generate your personalised letter.

  1. 1
    Log in

    Access the registration dashboard as a returning delegate using your email address and password.

  2. 2
    Open Documents

    Scroll to the Documents section and select Enter Details.

  3. 3
    Complete every field

    Enter all requested passport information and select GO.

  4. 4
    Download your letter

    Return to the main screen and select Download Letter to generate the PDF.

Having difficulty downloading your letter? Please contact the Conference Secretariat.

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Identity checks

Biometrics

You may be asked to provide biometrics after submitting your visa application. Requirements depend on the visa, passport held and the applicant’s location when applying. Follow the instructions issued by the Department of Home Affairs.

View biometric requirements ↗
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Visa requirements

Health and character

All visa applicants must meet Australia’s applicable health and character requirements. The Department may request health examinations, police certificates or further information as part of an application.

Before you travel

Entering Australia

Travellers should familiarise themselves with current Australian border, customs and entry requirements before departure.

View entry information