General Requirements

As of July 7, 2023, Melbourne International Airport (MEL) does not impose any COVID-19 related requirements. Passengers are not required to provide a negative COVID-19 test result or proof of vaccination when accessing the airport or embarking on a flight to Melbourne. Nonetheless, passengers are advised to adhere to the recommended guidelines, such as wearing masks in public spaces and maintaining social distance.

Here are some other COVID-19 related requirements for travelers to Melbourne:

• All passengers must complete an online health declaration form before arrival.
• All passengers must download and activate the Service Victoria app on their phone. This app monitors their movements and health condition, and is necessary for accessing specific venues in Melbourne, including restaurants and gyms.
• Passengers from certain countries may be subject to additional requirements, such as quarantine. Please check the latest requirements on the Victorian Government website.

 

Transit Requirements

• Passport: Passengers must have a valid passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of their transit.
• Visa: If a visa is required for transit through the Australia, passengers must have it with them upon arrival at the airport. Passengers may apply for a transit visa online or at the Melbourne International Airport visa application center.
• Airline ticket: Passengers are required to possess a confirmed airline ticket for their subsequent flight.
• Health declaration form: Passengers are required to fill out an online health declaration form prior to their arrival.
• Service Victoria app: Passengers are required to download and activate the Service Victoria app on their phones. This app monitors their movements and health condition and is necessary for accessing specific establishments in Melbourne, such as restaurants and gyms.

 

Limit hours:

The transit time limit for passengers transiting through Melbourne International Airport (MEL) is 24 hours. This means that passengers cannot stay in the transit area for more than 24 hours without leaving the airport. If their transit time exceeds 24 hours, they will be required to obtain a transit visa.

 

Here are some exceptions to the 24-hour transit time limit:

• Children under the age of 18 who are traveling alone are allowed to transit for up to 48 hours without a transit visa.
• Passengers who are transiting through Melbourne on a connecting flight operated by the same airline are allowed to transit for up to 48 hours without a transit visa.
• Passengers who are transiting through Melbourne on a connecting flight operated by different airlines are allowed to transit for up to 72 hours without a transit visa.

Arrival (International)

1. Deplaning: Passengers should disembark from their flight and follow the signs to the arrival hall.
2. Security screening: Passengers need to go through security screening, which involves having their passport and boarding pass scanned, and their hand luggage inspected.
3. Immigration: Passengers will be required to present their passport and visa (if applicable) to an immigration officer. They may also be asked questions regarding their travel plans.
4. Baggage claim: Passengers will need to proceed to the designated area to retrieve their checked baggage.
5. Proceed to the exit: Passengers might be asked to provide a negative COVID-19 test result (if required).
6. Exiting the airport: Once passengers have collected their baggage, they are free to exit the airport premises.

 

 

Depature (International)

1. Check-in: Passengers are required to check in at least 2 hours before their scheduled flight departure time. Check-in can be done online, at the check-in desk, or using the self-service check-in machines.
2. Security: All passengers departing from DOH must go through the security screening process. Passengers will need to remove their shoes, belt, and jacket, and may also be asked to take out their laptop and liquids from their carry-on luggage.
3. Baggage drop: After passing through security, passengers should proceed to the baggage drop area. They will need to scan their boarding pass and deposit their checked baggage.
4. Immigration: Passengers will be required to present their passport and visa to the immigration officer. The officer will verify the documents and may ask some questions.
5. Boarding: Boarding for flights typically commences 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Passengers will need to present their boarding pass and passport to the boarding gate agent before being allowed to board the flight.