Australia
Australia, located in the southern hemisphere, is a vast and diverse country known for its breathtaking landscapes, unique wildlife, heavenly beaches and laid-back culture. Australia is also the largest country in Oceania, with modern cities, vast deserts, lush rainforests and spectacular coral reefs. Australia's capital is Canberra, but its best-known and most populous city is Sydney, with its iconic opera house, famous Harbour Bridge and popular beaches such as Bondi Beach. Melbourne, meanwhile, is renowned for its art scene and lively cafés, while Brisbane and Perth offer warmer climates and a relaxed atmosphere.
Capital
Canberra
Spoken Languages
English
Currency
$ - Australian Dollar
1$ = 0,62€
Area code
+61
Currency
$ - Australian Dollar
Visa
For stays of up to 3 months, French passport holders must be in possession of an electronic travel authorization (eVisitor).
The application is made online on the Australian Department of Immigration website.
We strongly recommend that you plan your visa application in advance, based on the dates of your stay.
Missteps
Forget to bring beer when invited to someone's house for a barbecue, even if your guest tells you not to bring anything - a 6-pack is acceptable but a case is preferable. A bottle of wine or two for dinner is standard etiquette.
Not walking on the left-hand side of the sidewalk and standing on the left-hand side of an escalator is a constant source of irritation for locals. What's more, don't forget to pay for your round at the bar, or risk being rude!
A pint of beer costs
5,80€
(3% less than in France!)
The cost of living is
19%
more expensive than in France.
(41% more expensive in Canberra than in France)
+14%
+10%
+54%
A McDonald's menu costs
8,70€
(13% less than in France!)
Local Expressions
Arvo
Afternoon
Barbie
Barbecue
Brekky/brekkie
Breakfast
Sydney : Opera House, Bondi Beach, Sydney Harbour Bridge
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Autres incontournables : Melbourne, Perth, Gold Coast, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Daintree River, Kangaroo Island, Cradle Mountain, Great Ocean Road, Roastnest Island, Uluru
Places to visit
Culinary Specialities
Meat Pies
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Anzac Biscuits
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Chicken Parmiggiano​
An anecdote
It's impossible not to see kangaroos in Australia! Unless you do it on purpose, of course! There are 60 million kangaroos for every 25 million Australians.
A must-have
Don't forget your adapter if you want to charge your electronic devices!
Attention
To rat invasions in certain regions.