Australian Consulate

Category: Foreign consulate in Financial District, San Francisco, CA

Address: 575 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9AM–1PM

Tuesday: 9AM–1PM

Wednesday: 9AM–1PM

Thursday: 9AM–1PM

Friday: 9AM–1PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Matthew Jones

Dec 22, 2020

The employees at this consulate are knowledgeable, empathetic and professional. They helped our family with an emergency passport and were very effective with our time. Highly recommend.

Wesley Tudor Vasile

Jan 1, 2020

I had my passport stolen sadly in San Fran. The staff at this embassy where very pleasant and easy to deal with. I had to get an emergency passport to travel home. This is an all day exercise and the patience is required , however the office will do their best to accomodate everyone.

Christopher J B Scholten

Nov 14, 2017

I needed an emergency passport replacement to travel in two days, and I also needed to get a visa chop in that passport before leaving. Ken was genial as he described the process, and I felt that he made every effort to make sure that I was able to get the passport in time for getting my visa, even though official timelines would have it that it would not be possible to do. I really appreciate the work ethic of the staff here. NOTE: when entering, report to the security desk in the lobby, and tell the guard that you want to visit the Australian consulate. He'll sign you in, escort you to the elevator, and use a pass to allow getting off on the correct floor. Turn left when exiting the elevator.

Ollie O'Donnell

Feb 13, 2015

I had a very poor experience with the Australian consulate in San Francisco. Incredibly inefficient, lazy (but competent) office staff. My only goal was to book a mandatory appointment to request a new passport (I am a student here). PROBLEMS - Phone maze takes literally 5 minutes to get to what you want (I timed it after the fourth time I selected the wrong number!) - Nobody ever answers the phone once it finally directs you to a real person - When I finally got to speak to someone on my 4th call after 3 weeks, the guy decides to argue with me, "we actually get those complaints a lot, so I checked by calling for myself and the system definitely works" GOOD THINGS - The office itself is in a fancy building in San Francisco, so while you're waiting at the front desk for someone to show up, you'll have a glimpse of their view.

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Questions & Answers

how much the fee to obtain visa to Australia?

Massoud. Fanaieyan | Sep 1, 2018
Lien Luong | Sep 1, 2019

AUD $20, around US $15 https://www.eta.homeaffairs.gov.au/ETAS3/etas

I am Australian citizen and stranded in USA due to the Covid 19 pandemic . My passport will be expired within 2 months.How do I renew my passport in Australian Consulate SF and how much is the fees. Thanks. Ms. Zhang

Butterfly Zhang | Aug 31, 2021
John Yagiz | Aug 31, 2021

I filed a the Australian Passport Renewal Application (PC7) for adult renewals. Info @ https://usa.embassy.gov.au/passport-documents-required

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I am a Tongan Passport holder with a USA Green Card. I am planning to visit my mother in Sydney in December. How can I get a paper application for apply for a Visa?

Kesaia Kailahi | Aug 31, 2020
Adam Broadway | Aug 31, 2020

Here's a link to the Australian government Visa application options: https://www.australia.gov.au/information-and-services/immigration-and-visas/short-term-visas

Is there a number I can call to talk directly to someone?

Andrew Asiasi | May 3, 2022
Bianca Wang | May 3, 2022

You can email them and they are very quick to respond to your enquiries.

What is the COVID protocol when entering or leaving Sydney from US. Do you have to quarantine or get tested even after you have received your 3 COVID Vac shots including the booster and have got a negative test in US 72 hours before flying to Sydney

Rajnesh Sharma | Dec 4, 2021
Luca L'Aurora | Dec 4, 2021

If you're white you should be fine, otherwise, it's off to Manus island for you!

I applied for tourist visa to Australia, do I need to provide my fingerprint? Where can i do that? I live in Sacramento, California. Thanks

Hanh Nhan Tran | Aug 31, 2020
Megan Gee | Aug 31, 2020

Depends on your home country. For the US you just need an electronic travel authority which you can get online https://www.eta.homeaffairs.gov.au/ETAS3/etas. There's several other countries that are also valid but for other countries you'll need to come to SF to the consulate. I don't think they take your fingerprints but they might.

Hi, can you tell me how much my Australian pension would be? I am 68 years of age, been working in the US for 20 years, and ready to retire. I am eligable for US social security as well. Please advise. Thanks Vince

Vince Betar | Aug 31, 2020
tristan c | Aug 31, 2020

ATO website is probably your best bet.

I am Afghani passport holder with US green card. Where do I apply for an Australian tourist visa?

Nahila Khalid | Sep 1, 2019
Chung Ho | Sep 1, 2019

Online

I am Philippine passport holder with a US Green Card. Where do I apply for an Australian tourist visa?

Leopoldo De Guzman | Sep 1, 2019
Chung Ho | Sep 1, 2019

Online

I am a Philippine passport holder with a US Green Card. I plan to visit Sydney on Mar. 1, 2020, with my wife who is also a Green Card holder. We will fly to Syney from Manila on Mar. 1, 2020. Where do we apply for a visa?

Leopoldo De Guzman | Sep 1, 2019
Chung Ho | Sep 1, 2019

Online: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-finder/visit

Hi what is the correct website for me to apply for a visa to go to Australia for 2 mnts?need help asap pls!!!

Longo Taulanga | Sep 1, 2019
Megan Warner | Sep 1, 2019

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing

can we vote at the consulate or submit our ballot?

Alicia Castillo | Sep 1, 2019
Andrew Porteous | Sep 1, 2019

Yes to both

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I am an American citizen with a Connecticut driver's licence. Do I need an international driver's permit to drive in Australia. I'm going there on vacation with my wife for two weeks. Thank you.

Wayne | Sep 1, 2019
Chung Ho | Sep 1, 2019

No you do not. If you just google "tourist driving in australia" it would be pretty clear. Also, pretty sure that 1. the Consulate does not deal with this type of query and 2. they do not look at Google Maps questions about their building.

Can you send me the application form

Fiona Brew | Sep 1, 2019
Chung Ho | Sep 1, 2019

The Consulate does not check or answer questions posted here on Google Maps... If you want actual help from them, contact them by phone or email - https://usa.embassy.gov.au/san-francisco or better yet look for the application form on the website yourself. Google Map questions should not be requests for Consular assistance. Would you try to place an order at a restaurant by asking on Google Maps questions? No. Would you ask about how to check in, is there parking, is there a restroom, etc? Yes Not to mention "application form" is extremely vague - is it for a visa? What type? Or is it for a passport? Is it for a renewal or a new one? Or is it something else altogether? Utterly unanswerable question.

What documents are required for a paper application for australian visa

Debi Cardoza | Sep 1, 2019
Chung Ho | Sep 1, 2019

The Consulate does not answer questions on visas (which is written on their website). (Also do you really expect them to answer you on a Google Maps question? These should be questions about the Consulate itself.) https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/applying-online-or-on-paper/on-paper

Can I get an Australian visa at the consulate Or apply on line?

katie heidrick | Sep 1, 2019
Chung Ho | Sep 1, 2019

No you can't apply at the Consulate. Visas and citizenship: Please visit the Department of Home Affairs website or call the Global Service Centre in Australia on +61 2 6196 0196. The Consulate-General is unable to provide information on visas, immigration, customs or citizenship. (https://usa.embassy.gov.au/san-francisco). Online lodgement is preferred. (https://usa.embassy.gov.au/visas) https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/applying-online-or-on-paper/overview

Hi, Where do I go to find out Customs duty free allowances / duties imposed on U.S. Citizens for wine and tobacco? Thanks

Simon W.R. Snellgrove | Sep 1, 2019
Chung Ho | Sep 1, 2019

https://www.abf.gov.au/entering-and-leaving-australia/duty-free Tldr; per 18+ person: 2.25L alcohol 25g tobacco

The online "citizenship by decent' application requests a copy of the applicants passport. At 9 months of age the child has no passport. This blocks the transmission of the application. How can this be resolved?

Trevor Steel | Sep 1, 2019
Campbell McLaren | Sep 1, 2019

There is never a line at the consulate, i would just go in and ask if youre nearby

I purchased a electronic travel visa in April 2018 and traveled there for two weeks, I am going again in December 2018, Can I use the same VISA, and is there some record to prove that I have the VISA?

Diane Del Fante | Sep 1, 2018
Lien Luong | Sep 1, 2019

The travel VISA is good for one year from the date you apply. It is in your record. No need prove.

Do i need an appointment for Australian visitors visa?

Josh ortega | Sep 1, 2018
Kevin Nguyen | Sep 1, 2018

They don't do visas there. You has to apply online and allow 30 days for processing

How fast can i get an Australian passport issued to me in SF. My passport is current (2yrs to go) but have run out of pages for visa's for multiple travel. I am now a permanent resident.

Lavinia Cook | Sep 1, 2018
Alan Quach | Sep 1, 2018

I got mine in about 8 days

If I am a citizen of Australia and have a Australian Visa, do I need to bring it when I'm traveling

Lydia Gong | Sep 1, 2018
Chung Ho | Sep 1, 2019

How could you have an Australian visa if you are a citizen? If you have an Australian passport then yes you need to enter Australia on the Australian passport.

What to do with ETA when middle name is left out. Is this serious enough to be refused entry into Australia?

Nancy Lund | Sep 1, 2018
Diana Gaddo | Sep 1, 2018

Im sorry, not sure, try calling the Australian consulate to be sure.

My wife and I are Australian citizens and my 4month old daughter was born in the USA while we were here for higher education. We’re planning to return to Australia in 2 months. She has a US passport. Do we need a visa for her to enter australia?

Yohan Chacko | Sep 1, 2018
Graeme Speak | Sep 1, 2018

I would think so. But don't ask Google, ask the embassy.

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