Heard Island and McDonald Islands (HIMI) is an Australian external territory located in the sub-Antarctic Indian Ocean. There is no permanent population on Heard Island — only rotating scientific researchers and expeditioners from Australia are permitted access. All personnel are Australian citizens or Australian-employed individuals who hold Australian passports.
What Passport Do Heard Island Visitors Hold?
All authorized personnel visiting or working on Heard Island are Australian citizens or Australian-employed individuals who hold Australian passports. There is no separate Heard Island passport or residency status. For international travel, including Tanzania, these individuals use Australian passports and are subject to Australian citizen visa requirements.
Tanzania e-Visa Requirements for Heard Island Visitors (Australian Passport)
As Australian passport holders, Heard Island researchers and visitors:
- Apply at eservices.immigration.go.tz using their Australian passport details
- Cost: USD 50 single entry / USD 100 multiple entry
- Processing: 2-3 business days
- Stay permitted: up to 90 days per visit
- Visa validity: 3 months from issue date
Required documents:
- Valid Australian passport (6 months validity minimum, 2 blank pages)
- Digital passport photo (white background, JPEG)
- Return/onward flight ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of sufficient funds (minimum USD 500)
Step-by-Step Application
- Visit eservices.immigration.go.tz
- Create an account with your email address
- Select "Tourist e-Visa" and Australia as your nationality
- Enter your Australian passport details
- Upload required documents
- Pay USD 50 via credit/debit card
- Submit and await approval (2-3 business days)
- Download and print your e-Visa
- Present at Tanzania port of entry with your Australian passport
Frequently Asked Questions
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