Visa for Australia from Ireland

Irish citizens need a visa before travelling to Australia. The right visa depends on whether you are visiting, working, studying, or moving permanently.

Most common visas for Irish applicants

| Purpose | Visa | Government fee (from Jul 2026) | |---------|------|-------------------------------| | Short holiday | eVisitor (651) | Free | | Work and travel (18–35) | Working Holiday (417) | AUD 840 | | Longer visit | Visitor (600) | From AUD 250 | | Job offer in Australia | Skills in Demand (482) | AUD 4,015 | | Permanent move | PR pathways (189/190/491) | From AUD 6,135 |

Fees are set by the Department of Home Affairs and may change. See our visa costs page for the full list.

Applying from Ireland

Most applications are lodged online through ImmiAccount. You apply while outside Australia for most visa types, including your first Working Holiday visa and the eVisitor.

Typical process:

1. Choose the right visa (use our visa checker if unsure)
2. Create an ImmiAccount
3. Gather supporting documents
4. Complete and submit the online application
5. Wait for the decision before travelling (unless the visa allows later entry)

Working Holiday — the popular route

Irish citizens aged 18 to 35 often choose the Working Holiday visa (417). Ireland has an extended age arrangement (up to 35, not 30) and no annual cap. See our detailed guide for applicants in Ireland.

Getting help

We provide application preparation and lodgement assistance from Ireland. You can also apply directly at any time through the Department of Home Affairs.

Use our visa checker to find the right option, then contact us if you would like help preparing your application.