Welcome to the website of the Department of Home Affairs at the Australian High Commission in New Delhi. Our office manages many of the visa and citizenship services for citizens of India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Bhutan.
News and updates
News and updates about Australian visas and migration
Latest news:
26 October 2026: Australia expands biometric collection requirements for visa applicants in India
8 October 2026: Don’t get stranded: Australian permanent residents in India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Bhutan warned to check travel facility
Australian visas
You must have a valid Australian visa to travel to and enter Australia
Australian citizenship
You can become a citizen of Australia in different ways. You must meet our criteria before you apply.
Biometrics
You will need to provide your biometrics if you are applying for a visa that is part of the biometrics program from a country that is part of our biometrics program. Locate the nearest Australian Visa Application Centre to provide your biometrics if you are applying for a visa in Bangladesh, Bhutan or Nepal.
Visa holders
Before you travel to Australia you should check that your visa is valid, that you understand the conditions of your visa, and that all your details are correct
Check goods you can bring to Australia
When you’re travelling to Australia, there are some items that can’t be brought with you. For others you need to get permission. Check goods you can bring to Australia
Expatriate adoptions
The Australian Government, including the Department of Home Affairs and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), has no role in the overseas expatriate adoption process
Frequently asked questions
Read our frequently asked questions
Visa and migration scams
Visa and migration scams you should be aware of
Contact us
There are various avenues available to find visa information, make enquiries and escalate visa concerns. Please note that personal email accounts, including that of the High Commissioner and Deputy Head of Mission, are not proper channels for engagement on visas, and visa related enquiries to personal email addresses will not be responded to. Please use this link to find appropriate options to contact us.