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Visa requirements for Norfolk Island

Who can enter Norfolk Island, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 19, 2026.

Passport holders from 83 countries can enter Norfolk Island without a visa in advance. 0 have full visa-free access; 83 more can get a visa on arrival or use an electronic travel authorisation. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

0 visa-free
0 on arrival
83 eTA
0 e-visa
160 visa required

243 nationalities

Electronic travel authorisation

83 nationalities

Visa required in advance

160 nationalities

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Norfolk Island?

It depends on your passport. 83 nationalities can enter Norfolk Island without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What is the best time to visit Norfolk Island?

January, February, April, November, December, based on Norfolk Island's climate normals: mild temperatures and below-average rainfall for the year.

What currency is used in Norfolk Island?

Australian dollar (AUD). 1 USD is approximately 1.44 AUD.

What side of the road does Norfolk Island drive on?

Norfolk Island drives on the left.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Norfolk Island

Norfolk Island is an external territory of Australia located in the Pacific Ocean between New Zealand and New Caledonia, 1,412 kilometres (877 mi) directly east of Australia's Evans Head and about 900 kilometres (560 mi) from Lord Howe Island. Together with the neighbouring Phillip Island and Nepean Island, the three islands collectively form the Territory of Norfolk Island. At the 2021 census, it had 2,188 inhabitants living on a total area of about 35 km2 (14 sq mi). Its capital is Kingston.

RegionAustralia and New Zealand

Area36 km²

CurrencyAustralian dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.44 AUD)

LanguagesEnglish, Norfuk

Calling code+672

Drives on theleft

Climate in Norfolk Island

Warmest February, coolest September, driest January, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, February, April, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Norfolk Island, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	21.8°C	20.7°C	5mm	403h
February	23.5°C	22.4°C	35mm	320h
March	22.5°C	21.2°C	166mm	297h
April	21.4°C	20.2°C	26mm	295h
May	19.9°C	18.5°C	130mm	250h
June	18.5°C	16.9°C	55mm	267h
July	17.8°C	16.7°C	86mm	261h
August	17.4°C	16.3°C	60mm	285h
September	17.3°C	16.1°C	27mm	329h
October	18.8°C	17.8°C	130mm	335h
November	20.1°C	18.7°C	56mm	360h
December	21.4°C	20.2°C	31mm	347h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Norfolk Island is an island in Melanesia, administered by Australia. It is 1,600 km (1,000 mi) east of Sydney and Brisbane and 1,000 km (620 mi) northwest of Auckland. It's a great destination for relaxation, with a range of accommodation and dining, beautiful vistas, complex history and tropical reefs. It also holds a deep convict history, with the convict sites part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Upcoming public holidays

November 25, 2026Thanksgiving Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

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