Australian Declaratory visa 998
For some Australian citizens who also hold another nationality. Home Affairs lists a charge for it but publishes no visa page.
In force
Who it is for
Australian citizens who also hold another nationality and need a visa for limited purposes. Home Affairs does not publish a separate page for this visa in the visa list.
Main requirements
- Australian citizenship. Details are not published on a Home Affairs visa page; check with Home Affairs before applying.
Where you apply from
In or outside Australia (charges differ).
Your journey, step by step
From the first enquiry to the decision and after, with how a registered migration agent helps at each step. No step promises an outcome.
- Check if you need it
Most dual citizens travel on an Australian passport instead.
How a registered migration agent helpsA registered migration agent explains whether a passport is the better option.
Government charges from 1 July 2026
Paid to the Department of Home Affairs, not to us.
| Applicant or item | Charge (A$) |
|---|---|
| Adult, outside Australia | A$240 |
| Child, outside Australia | A$185 |
| Adult, in Australia (includes GST) | A$185 |
| Child, in Australia (includes GST) | A$120 |
Applications cannot be combined. Check every charge in the Home Affairs Visa Pricing Estimator.
Processing times
Home Affairs Global visa processing times. A guide only, not a promise.
| Processing time | Not published. Home Affairs processing times |
|---|
Common refusal reasons
- Not holding Australian citizenship.
- Home Affairs does not publish other refusal reasons for this visa; ask the registered migration agent.
Document checklist
Tick items as you gather them. Your ticks stay on this device only.
- General
Recent and upcoming changes
No recent changes are listed for this visa. Check the Home Affairs page for the latest information.
Talk it through before you apply.
The first 15 minutes are free and general. Personal advice starts after a written service agreement.
Information checked 22 October 2026. General information only, not advice for your situation. Rules and charges change; check the official sources before you act.