This fact sheet is for Canadian nationals only. Please note if you are not a Canadian passport holder you will need to check with your relevant Country Embassy.
| Topic | Information |
|---|---|
| Travel Advice | Travel advice and advisories for Australia |
| Embassy | Embassies and consulates | Australia (Government of Canada) |
| Entry Requirements | Arriving and leaving (abf.gov.au) |
| Visa Information | Latest travel and visa advice (studyaustralia.gov.au) |
| Cultural Insights | Hofstede Country Comparison -- Australia |
| Insurance | Insurance | Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) (studyaustralia.gov.au) |
| Currency Conversion | Live Exchange Rate: Canadian Dollar to Australian Dollar |
| Health Information | Health and safety (studyaustralia.gov.au) |
| Solo Female Travel | Australia Solo Female Travel Safety Tips and Advice (solofemaletravelers.club) |
| Gay Travel Index | Gay Travel Index (gayguide.travel) |
Emergency Numbers
| Service | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 000 |
| Fire | 000 |
| Police | 000 |
Country Facts
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Capital city | Canberra |
| Language | English |
| Currency | Australian Dollar |
| Phone Code | +61 |
| Internet Code | .au |
| Time Zone | UTC+10 (various time zones) |
| Drives on | Left |
| Plug Types | Type I |
| Drinking Water | Safe to drink |
| Dominant Religion | Protestant 23.1%, Roman Catholic 22.6%, other Christian 4.2%, Muslim 2.6%, Buddhist 2.4%, Orthodox 2.3%, Hindu 1.9%, other 1.3%, none 30.1%, unspecified 9.6% |
| Significant Dates | January 27 - Australia Day (National Day) |