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Green light for rollout of digital arrival cards

MICE editorial — 13 July 2026 AU

The Australian Federal Government will phase out paper incoming passenger cards, investing A$56.1 million over four years to roll out the digital Australia Travel Declaration at international airports and seaports, aiming to speed up arrivals for tourists and business travellers ahead of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.

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