Tasmania Passport Requirements: Do I Need a Passport to Go to Tasmania?

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As an island state in the Commonwealth of Australia, Tasmania is about as far away as one can get from the United States—or, at least, it feels that way. The island is only accessible by boat or plane, with flights to Tasmania leaving from cities such as Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. Tasmania passport requirements state that a passport isn’t required to visit Tasmania, but you will need one to enter Australia. You will also be required to have a visa or an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) upon your arrival in the country.

Tasmania Passport Requirements

Though Tasmania passport requirements do not state that a passport is required to get to Tasmania from the mainland, Americans will need a valid U.S. passport—with at least one blank page for an entry stamp—to enter Australia. A visa is also required to visit the country, but those traveling for tourism or business for less than 90 days can opt to obtain a label-free visa known as an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) for a small fee.

Travelers from eligible countries, who are over 16 and have a valid epassport, are permitted to use SmartGate, Australia’s automated border processing system, when arriving from an international destination.

How to Get a Passport Book for Travel to Tasmania

If you don’t already have one, apply for a passport as soon as your international travel is confirmed. The cost will be greater if you apply for a passport within two weeks of travel time and need an expedited application. You can learn more about the requirements and documents needed to obtain a U.S. passport here.

Other Tasmania Travel Requirements

Visa: For U.S. citizens traveling for up to 90 days for tourism or business, an ETA is required. For longer stays, a visa is required.

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Vaccinations: No

HIV/AIDS Entry Restrictions: Some entry restrictions exist, and a physical examination may be required, depending on the type of visa and the length of your stay. See Australia immigration health requirements before traveling.

So Do I Need a Passport to Visit Tasmania?

In summary: Technically, no, but for all practical purposes, yes (unless you’re an Australian passport holder). Tasmania passport requirements state that you do not need a passport to visit Tasmania from the mainland. You will, however, need a valid passport, with at least one blank page for an entry stamp, and an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) to enter Australia.

Protect Your Passport

We recommend investing in a passport cover or wallet to protect your pages from bends, tears and spills. It’s important to keep your passport in good condition for easy inspection. 

On travel days, only take your passport out during inspection. Otherwise, keep it stowed away in a dedicated section of your bag (if you keep it in the same place every time, you won’t ever scramble to locate it). Once you arrive at your destination, find a way to stow it securely. In-room safes or safe deposit boxes at the hotel front desk are generally good options, but if neither is available, you’ll need to decide how to keep your passport secure. You might consider keeping it in an under-clothing money belt that you wear, or leaving it in the hotel or vacation rental but locking it in your suitcase with a TSA-approved lock.

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