The Australian Government is committed to protecting Australia's borders, combatting people smuggling in our region, and importantly, preventing people from risking their lives at sea.

Operation Sovereign Borders is a military-led border security operation, established in 2013 to deliver on this commitment.

There is only one way to gain entry into Australia — with a valid Australian visa.

To find out more about your options for safe and lawful travel to Australia, visit the Immigration and Citizenship website.