Australia launches new mobile app for visa applicants in the Pacific
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On 26 September 2024, the Australian government launched the Australian Immi App, a mobile application designed to simplify the visa application process for individuals in the Pacific region. The app enables visa applicants to self-serve by submitting facial biometrics and passport details directly from their smartphones, eliminating the need to visit biometric collection centres.
The initial release is available to applicants located in Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Papua New Guinea, and third-country nationals in New Zealand. This initiative is part of Australia’s ongoing commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing connectivity across the Pacific. Eligible applicants will receive invitations from the Department of Home Affairs to download and use the app, which is free of charge.
The Australian Immi App offers substantial benefits to applicants by saving them time and money, particularly for those who have already provided biometrics at a collection centre. This digital solution supports secure travel by integrating biometrics, ensuring safer border controls, and helping protect applicants from identity fraud.
The new app is expected to simplify the visa process and improve the overall experience for Pacific residents travelling to Australia.
For more information about the Department's biometric collection program, visit the official Biometrics page.
If you are located in Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Papua New Guinea, or you’re a third-country national in New Zealand, you can download the app here:
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