Voting in the 3 May 2025 Federal Election

The Australian High Commission Bandar Seri Begawan is offering in-person voting in the lead up to the May 3 election. Please see the Voting in the 3 May 2025 Federal Election page of this website for further details.

High Commission Office Hours and Counter Service Appointments

Office Hours: 8:30 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday (closed from 12 pm to 2 pm during Friday Prayers), except for designated public holidays.

All visitors to the Australian High Commission require an appointment. Please book an appointment for Counter Service (passport submission and collection or notarial services) at least 24 hours before attending the High Commission. Further information is available under the Services for Australians section of this website.

For out of business hours consular assistance contact:

• +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
• 1300 555 135 from within Australia

Australia-Brunei Comprehensive Partnership

Learn more about the Australia-Brunei Comprehensive Partnership here.

Current Vacancies

To view current job vacancies and how to apply, please visit: Employment.

Would you like to be invited to High Commission events?

Australians wishing to register socially with the Australian High Commissionto be kept updated of our events, such as Australia Day and ANZAC Day, should complete the Australian Community Outreach form and send it to [email protected]. You can also stay up to date with everything the High Commission is doing by following us on our Facebookpage, Australia in Brunei Darussalam.

Are you an Australian Global Alumni?

Did you Study in Australia? The High Commission likes to stay connected with graduates of all Australian educational institutions. If you have completed high school, university, in service training or other education in Australia please fill out the Alumni Registration Form and email it to [email protected] to stay informed about tailored events and opportunities.

The Australian Government has also created a virtual global network for international scholars and fellows who have studied in Australia and for Australians who have studied overseas. Go to our Brunei Australia Alumni page to find out more!

Privacy

Policy

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) uses third-party software (Setmore) to manage the High Commission appointments. Your personal information (including your name and contact details) will be collected by DFAT via Setmore to book your appointment and for related purposes. By proceeding with this booking, you are consenting to the collection of this information by Setmore on DFAT’s behalf for these purposes. If this information is not collected, DFAT’s ability to arrange your appointment will be limited. Your personal information will be handled by Setmore in accordance with Setmore’s Privacy Policy, and by DFAT in accordance with DFAT’s Privacy Policy.

Statement

Personal information provided to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is protected by law, including the Privacy Act 1988. We may collect, use and disclose your personal information, including to overseas recipients where we reasonably believe it is necessary, to provide you with consular assistance. Important information about the privacy of your personal information is contained in our Consular Privacy Collection Statement, which you should read and understand.

Travel Advice

Travel advicefor Brunei Darussalam can be found at the Smartraveller website. The Australian High Commission, Bandar Seri Begawan, encourages all Australians living in or visiting Brunei Darussalam to subscribe to Smartraveller alerts. This is a free email service to provide you with the latest updates to our travel advice.