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🇦🇺 Does an Australian need a visa for Brunei 🇧🇳?

What this means for your trip

A visa on arrival is issued at the port of entry. Expect a fee, a passport photo and sometimes proof of onward travel and accommodation.

Not every airport or land border issues it, and some nationalities are sent to secondary checks; confirm the entry point before you travel.

Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.

Brunei at a glance

Capital: Bandar Seri Begawan · Currency: Brunei dollar (BND, $); Singapore dollar (SGD, $) · Official languages: Malay · Calling code: +673

U.S. State Department travel advisory for Brunei: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (updated 14 May 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.

Plugs and voltage

You need a travel adapter: Brunei uses plug types G, Australia uses I. Mains voltage differs (Brunei: 240 V; Australia: 230 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.

More about entering Brunei →

Your embassy in Brunei

If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Brunei, contact the embassy of Australia:

• Australian High Commission, Brunei Darussalam · DAR Takaful IBB Utama, Jalan Pemancha, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8711 · bruneidarussalam.embassy.gov.au

Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.

Easier destinations near Brunei for Australian passport holders

• 🇲🇾 Malaysia — Visa-free
• 🇵🇭 Philippines — Visa-free 30 days
• 🇸🇬 Singapore — Visa-free
• 🇹🇭 Thailand — Visa-free 60 days

The other way round

🇧🇳 Bruneian passport holders visiting Australia: Bruneian passport holders do not need a visa for Australia, but must get an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) online before travelling.

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