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Is the Incoming Passenger Card free? The official site, and how to avoid paying

The short answer

Yes. The Incoming Passenger Card is free on the official site, Incoming Passenger Card (Australian Border Force). Sites that charge a fee aren't the official service.

Checked against official sources on 3 October 2026.

The official site

  • Incoming Passenger Card (Australian Border Force): free

Only use the official government site or app.

How to spot a look-alike site

  • Check the address. The official site is Incoming Passenger Card (Australian Border Force).
  • Be wary of any "service fee" or "processing fee" for a form the government gives away free.
  • Paid search ads can sit above the official site. Scroll past them, or type the official address yourself.

Who needs it

Most passengers arriving in Australia, including Australian citizens.

A parent or guardian can complete the card on behalf of a child.

Questions travellers ask

Is the Incoming Passenger Card free?

Yes, on Incoming Passenger Card (Australian Border Force).

Why did a website charge me more?

Some private sites charge their own fees for government forms. Check the address before you pay, and use the official site.

When should I do it?

On the plane or ship. Invited Qantas passengers can use the digital Australia Travel Declaration up to 72 hours before departure.

Official sources

Last checked 3 October 2026. Rules can change at short notice, so always confirm on the official site before you travel. WayReady is not a government agency.