Australia | Australian Immi App open to applicants from 34 countries

The Department of Home Affairs has expanded access to the Australian Immi App to eligible visa applicants from 34 countries, effective Nov. 24, 2025.

Key Points:

• The Australian Immi App enables visa applicants to submit their facial biometrics and passport information via their smartphone, eliminating the need for in-person visits to biometric collection centers and reducing costs associated with visa applications.
• Applicants must have previously provided their biometrics to the department and hold a valid passport to be eligible to use the app.
• A final expansion to all remaining countries in Australia’s biometric collection program is scheduled for early 2026.

This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice Group.

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