Visa Requirements
The information contained on this page is only relevant for Australian and New Zealand citizens/passport holders.
For most of our international tours and cruises, you will require a Visa, for up to date visa requirements please make sure to check the relevant travel advice website as below
Australia – smartraveller.gov.au New Zealand - safetravel.govt.nz
If you require assistance in obtaining a visa, you can utilise Visas Direct. Please note they will charge additional processing and postage fees if relevant, which are at your own expense.
Australia – www.visasdirect.com.au/apt New Zealand - www.cibtvisas.com
The information contained on this page is only relevant for Australian and New Zealand citizens/passport holders. People of all other nationalities/passports will need to contact the relevant consulates or travel agents for the most up to date information on visa and entry requirements. Failure to obtain correct documentation may affect entry to certain countries on tour.
This information is current as at 12/03/2024.
Visa Requirements for Africa
Please note: The information is only relevant for Australian and New Zealand citizens/passport holders. For the most up to date visa and travel advice please make sure to check the relevant travel advice website.
Kenya
Single Entry Visa required, to be organised prior to departure.
https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/africa/kenya
Tanzania
Single Entry Visa required, to be organised prior to departure.
https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/africa/tanzania
Visa Requirements for Asia
Visa requirements are subject to change, and it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the requirements for all countries visited. APT cannot obtain visas on your behalf. If you require further assistance, please contact your local consulate prior to travel. No refund is offered for lost touring if you do not meet these visa requirements.
For the most up to date visa and travel advice please make sure to check the relevant travel advice websites (ex. Smart Traveller), contact your local consulate and/or Visas Direct.
Australia - https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia
New Zealand - www.safetravel.govt.nz
Vietnam
All Australian and New Zealand passport holders must obtain a Vietnam Visa. We recommend obtaining an electronic visa (E-visa) prior to departure at least 30 days prior to departure.
You must check your details are correct when applying for a Vietnam visa. The visa details must match your full name and date of birth as per your passport. Any errors or name omissions may result in you being refused entry. You may be charged an additional fee on arrival to correct the visa error and to be issued an emergency visa.
PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
- Colour copy of passport photo
- Colour copy of passport
- Name as per passport (ensure you have included your middle name/s)
- Date of birth as per passport
- Place of birth as per passport
- Nationality as per passport
- Passport number as per passport
- Select whether you require a single entry or multi-entry visa – please refer to document below for more information
- Entry and exit dates are correct – please refer to document below for more information
- Entry and exit checkpoints are correct – please refer to document below for more information
Note: The Entry and Exit date we supply is the embarkation/disembarkation date and not the actual border crossing date. This is to cover for any unforeseen circumstances where we may cross the border sooner than the date stated in the itinerary. The below information is based on you arriving/departing on the first/last day of the tour. If you have booked additional pre/post-tour accommodation, entry/exit days may be different so it is important to note that this reference should be used a guide only.
Note: These documents are based on you arriving/departing on the first/last day of the tour. If you have booked additional pre/post-tour accommodation, entry days may be different so it is important to note that this reference should be used a guide only.
Cambodia
All Australian, New Zealand and UK passport holders must obtain a Cambodian Visa.
You must check your details are correct when applying for a Cambodia visa. The visa details must match your full name and date of birth as per your passport. Any errors or name omissions may result in you being refused entry. You may be charged an additional fee on arrival to correct the visa error and to be issued an emergency visa.
Please note:
A Cambodian e-Visa is ONLY accepted when entering through a Cambodian Airport.
An exit point is not required for the Visa Application.
Hotel Documentation is not required for the e-Visa Application. Ship Information is not required.
To view the relevant entry and exit points/days required for visa application, please refer to the below information. The entry date we supply is the date you arrive in to Siem Reap Angkor Airport, Cambodia.
Please refer to your itinerary for your Tour Code:
Note: These documents are based on you arriving/departing on the first/last day of the tour. If you have booked additional pre/post-tour accommodation, entry days may be different so it is important to note that this reference should be used a guide only.
Japan
No Visa required for stays of up to 90 days
Please also refer to the Smart Traveller Website: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/japan
No Visa required for stays of up to 90 days.
You may be required to register on the Korean Q-code registration system(https://qcode.kdca.go.kr/qco/index.do?lang=en) prior to arrival or to complete a health questionnaire on arrival. Further information is available on the Republic of Korea Embassy or Consulate for the latest requirements for Australians.
Please also refer to the Smart Traveller Website: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/south-korea-republic-korea
You must complete a Singapore Arrival Card (SGAC) before arriving in Singapore. You may need to present your SGAC acknowledgment email with supporting documentation to the airlines at check-in.
Please also refer to the Smart Traveller Website: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/singapore
From 1 January 2024, you'll be required to complete and submit a Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) three days prior to arrival in Malaysia. In most circumstances, you can get a 90-day tourism visa on arrival. Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. The MDAC must be submitted through the Malaysian Immigration website. Contact the nearest Malaysian High Commission, Embassy or Consulate for the latest details.
Please also refer to the Smart Traveller Website: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/malaysia
Visa Requirements for Europe
Please note: The information is only relevant for Australian and New Zealand citizens/passport holders. For the most up to date visa and travel advice please make sure to check the relevant travel advice website.
Turkiye
An electronic visa is required, to be obtained prior to departure.
https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/turkiye
Europe
From mid-2025, all visitors entering 30 countries within Europe for stays of up to 90 days will be required to complete an electronic travel authorisation (ETIAS) before entry. Please note that some European countries outside the European Schengen Area are also included in this scheme.https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/before-you-go/the-basics/schengen
Visa Requirements for the Middle East
Please note: The information is only relevant for Australian and New Zealand citizens/passport holders. For the most up to date visa and travel advice please make sure to check the relevant travel advice website.
Egypt
All visitors to Egypt require an entry visa. This is included in the tour price and will be obtained on arrival with assistance from our local staff.
Full passport details are required; we must have these no later than 60 days prior to departure.
If APT guests have made their own arrangements in Egypt prior to the tour, we are unable to provide them with a Visa – they must arrange their own Visa (no refunds apply) via the Egypt Embassy.
https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/africa/egypt
Jordan
All visitors to Jordan require an entry visa. This is included in the tour price and will be obtained on arrival with assistance from our local staff.
https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/middle-east/jordan
Visa Requirements for North America
Please note: The information is only relevant for Australian and New Zealand citizens/passport holders. For the most up to date visa and travel advice please make sure to check the relevant travel advice website.
Canada
Travellers are required to register on the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to determine eligibility to enter Canada, prior to departure.
https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/canada
USA
Travellers transiting through the USA, or participating in an Alaskan cruise must register on the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) to ensure eligibility to travel to the USA under the Visa Waiver Program, prior to departure.
https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/united-states-america
Note: It is important to PRINT a copy of the document for your records. The printout is not required upon arrival into the United States, as the officers have the information electronically. Some airlines require the printout upon check-in, so please check with your respective airline.
Although specific travel plans are not required, the address where you will be staying in the United States is required to complete the application. If multiple locations are planned, you only need to enter the first address. If a complete address is not known, you can enter the name of the hotel or location you will visit.
When applying for ESTA, APT guests will need to list their first point of contact when arriving - this could be the first USA hotel or in some cases the cruise portion of your trip. All addresses can be found listed on your itinerary or below.
APT encourages you to apply for your Electronic System Travel Authorisations as soon as possible to allow sufficient time for your applications to process as this is not immediate and may take several weeks to determine eligibility.
Cruise only – Holland America Line Seattle Address:
Holland America Line N.V Address:
450 Third Avenue West,
Seattle, WA 98119 USA.
Phone: + 1 877–932–4259
If travelling on a Holland America cruise with Alaska Land, use the applicable address below:
McKinley Chalet Resort Address:
Mile 238.9 Parks Hwy,
Denali National Park and Preserve, AK 99755, USA
Phone: +1 800-544-0970
Pikes Waterfront Address:
1850 Hoselton Road,
Fairbanks , AK 99709
Phone +1 877-774-2400
Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge:
23601 S. Talkeetna Spur Road,
Talkeetna, Alaska 99676
Phone +1 907-733-9500
I-94 Form
In addition to the ESTA approval, travellers entering the United States via a land border, or participating in a cruise sailing from Seattle, or participating in a land tour travelling by land from Canada to Lancaster, must also obtain a Form I-94, but no earlier than 7 days prior to the planned entry date.
https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/#/home
Visa Requirements for South America
Please note: The information is only relevant for Australian and New Zealand citizens/passport holders. For the most up to date visa and travel advice please make sure to check the relevant travel advice website.
Chile
Visa required, to be obtained prior to departure.
https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/chile
Easter Island
An additional form may need to be filled in prior to departure, please check up to date requirements.
https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/chile
Brazil
Visa required, to be obtained prior to departure.
https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/brazil