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If you are just going on a holiday, you need nothing more. I went for 5 weeks and wasn't asked for anything else. If you are going on a working holiday for a year, you should have evidence that you have access to funds to cover any expenses so you won't be a burden on the State.

All you need is a valid passport and the ETA.

To travel to Australia for holiday or business, you will need a valid short travel entry permit, such as an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA). You can apply online for either a Visitor or Business ETA if you have a passport from an ETA eligible country.

If you are just going for a holiday, your passport and a visa, usually the ETA, are all you need as well as a return ticket or the funds to buy one. You might be asked to show evidence that you have sufficient money to pay for your holiday - $1500 a week would be about right.

If you intend to work while in Australia you will need a Working Holiday Visa or the Work and Holiday Visa (depending on where you are coming from) and access to $5000 as well as the return ticket.

Taylor, take some advice, take out comprehensive travel insurance, to cover you for accident or illness. Trust me, I had an accident on the water over there, thank god I was covered with a good Travel policy.