International Delegates

Due to the Australian international border restrictions all international delegates wanting to participate in-person at the 9th International Acid Sulfate Soils Conference will be required to ensure their eligibility to travel to Australia.

Most COVID restrictions have been lifted however please ensure that you have checked the Australian Government website: Coronavirus (COVID-19) advice for international travellers.

Adelaide, South Australia has recently lifted many restrictions for travelling to Adelaide. For the most up to date requirements please visit the South Australian Government site to ensure you have the current information on these requirements: Travelling to South Australia.

  • Visas

    Under Australia’s universal visa system, all visitors to Australia must have a valid visa to travel to and enter Australia (other than New Zealand passport holders who will normally be granted a Special Category visa on arrival, provided they meet health and character requirements; and permanent residents of Norfolk Island who may be granted a Permanent Resident of Norfolk Island visa on arrival).

    The Department of Immigration recommend that participants apply for their visa well in advance of their intended date of travel to Australia. All visitors should apply for a visa at least two months prior to their intended date of departure, and four months prior for people with character or health concerns.

  • Banking, currency, taxes and tipping
    • Banks are open Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 4.00pm (5.00pm on Friday).
    • Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 10% is applicable in Australia. Tipping is uncommon and unexpected in Australia. It is only offered after exceptional services and may be between 5% and 10% of the total bill.
    • All prices quoted are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST.

  • Changing money
    • International airports and major hotels provide money-changing facilities.
    • Banks are generally open from Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 4:00pm.
    • Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) are widely available.

  • The Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)

    International travellers can claim a refund of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) paid on goods bought in Australia.

    • The refund only applies to goods taken as hand luggage upon departure.
    • The refund will be paid on goods costing A$300 or more, bought from the same store. 

    Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)

  • Credit cards

    Major credit cards, particularly VISA and Mastercard, are widely accepted.

  • Customs

    Delegates carrying commercial goods or samples may need to obtain permits for their goods depending on the nature of the goods, regardless of value.

    Quarantine and wildlife regulations and other restrictions may also apply to certain goods.

    All travellers must declare amounts of $10,000 or more in foreign or Australian currency (notes and coins) you take into or out of Australia. 

    Department of Home Affairs

  • Language

    English is the official language of the Conference.

  • Emergency phone numbers

    In the case of an emergency, call triple zero (000) for ambulance, fire or police assistance throughout Australia.

    If calling from a mobile, you may call 112.