Welcome to the website of the Department of Home Affairs at the Australian High Commission in New Delhi. Our office manages many of the visa and citizenship services for citizens of India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Bhutan.
News and updates
News and updates about Australian visas and migration
Latest news:
12 Oct 2023: Evidencing business activity for Student visa applications from Nepal
23 Nov 2022: Waiting on your partner visa or planning to apply? Make sure you submit an application that is ‘decision ready’.
30 Sep 2021: Mandatory online lodgement for Visitor visa (subclass 600) from 30 September 2021
Australian visas
You must have a valid Australian visa to travel to and enter Australia
Biometrics
You will need to provide your biometrics if you are applying for a visa that is part of the biometrics program from a country that is part of our biometrics program. Locate the nearest Australian Visa Application Centre to provide your biometrics if you are applying for a visa in Bangladesh, Bhutan or Nepal.
Visa holders
Before you travel to Australia you should check that your visa is valid, that you understand the conditions of your visa, and that all your details are correct
Check goods you can bring to Australia
When you’re travelling to Australia, there are some items that can’t be brought with you. For others you need to get permission. Check goods you can bring to Australia
Expatriate adoptions
The Australian Government, including the Department of Home Affairs and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), has no role in the overseas expatriate adoption process
Frequently asked questions
Read our frequently asked questions
Visa and migration scams
Visa and migration scams you should be aware of
Contact us
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