Arms Trade Treaty
Find out how the UK and Australia are working to make the world a safer place by collaborating on the Arms Trade Treaty at the United Nations and closing the gaps that allow the illicit movement of weapons around the world
Working Holidaymakers
From 27th November 2008, the working holidaymaker scheme will transform into a more attractive visa system. Find out how the new Youth Mobility Scheme will give Australians wider options for experiencing life in the UK
Contact us
Australia, Canberra, British High Commission
Commonwealth Avenue
Yarralumla
ACT 2600
Canberra
Telephone:
(+61) (0) 2 6270 6666 This number is NOT for passport or visa enquiries
Fax:
(+61) (0) 2 6273 3236
Visa & passport contacts:
1300 858 472 Visa enquiries*
1300 367 066 Passport enquiries*
1902 941 555 General info*
* Costs apply
Office hours, Monday-Friday:
08:45-12:30 / 13:30-17:00 (Local time)
22:45-02:30 / 03:30-07:00 (GMT)
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Frequently asked questions
If you want to know about about certificates, moving to the UK, health and medicines, driving, tax and customs, voting, posting gifts, tracing people, email scams or pensions, see our Frequently asked questions.
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