To assist in reducing the spread of COVID-19 there have been travel and border restrictions in place for travel into and out of Australia. For the latest and most reliable travel information please refer to:

There are no general restrictions on travel within South Australia (intrastate travel).

If you are considering interstate travel, check conditions for entry to your destination state before you leave. See information on the SA Health - Travel and COVID-19 webpage for links to current webpages detailing restrictions in other states.

Travelling to South Australia from interstate

There is no prohibition, restriction, testing or mask wearing requirement for persons travelling into South Australia from interstate.

Restrictions on travel into Aboriginal communities

There are no longer any specific entry restrictions for the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands, the Maralinga Tjarutja (MT) Lands and Yalata community.

However, there is still an ongoing permit system in place for entry to the APY Lands and MT Lands. Non-Anangu are required to follow the permit process and should seek permission and advice from the relevant governing bodies before travelling to these areas.

Arriving from overseas

Australia has border measures in place to protect the health of the Australian community.

From 5 January 2023, any person arriving in Australia as a passenger on a direct or indirect flight from China, Hong Kong or Macau must be able to provide evidence of a negative COVID-19 test undertaken in the 48 hours prior to the day of departure. Only certain tests are accepted, including a PCR test, or a rapid antigen test carried out under the supervision of a medical practitioner. The evidence required for certain test types varies and confirmation should be sought. Children under the age of 12 years on the scheduled day of departure are exempt from the requirement. Some exemptions and extensions are available. Failure to comply may result in a fine of up to $8,250 [Biosecurity Act 2015 (Cth) s 46]. For more information see the Department of Home Affairs' page on Entering and leaving Australia or the Biosecurity (Entry Requirements—Human Coronavirus with Pandemic Potential) Determination 2023 (Cth).

There is no other prohibition, restriction, testing or mask wearing requirement for persons travelling into South Australia from overseas.

Further information for international arrivals is available on the following websites:

Travellers to Australia need to comply with requirements in the state or territory of their arrival, and any other state or territories that they plan to travel to.

Travelling overseas

International flights are currently available to travel to and from Australia, however travellers may find restrictions in place when travelling to other countries.

More information about leaving Australia, is available at the Department of Home Affairs website.