United States
United States of America
📋 Key Facts
| Capital | Washington, D.C. |
| Region | North America, Americas |
| Population | 340,110,988 |
| Languages | English |
| Best Time to Visit | Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov (varies by region) |
| Timezones | UTC-12:00, UTC-11:00, UTC-10:00, UTC-09:00, UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00, UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00, UTC+10:00, UTC+12:00 |
🛂 Visa Requirements for Australians
⚠️ Visa/Permit Required
Maximum Stay
90 days
ESTA required (online, USD 21). Must apply before travel
Check Smartraveller for latest →💰 Currency & Exchange Rate
United States dollar (USD)
$
Current AUD → USD
1 AUD = 0.7020 USD
As of 2026-03-23
💸 Daily Travel Costs (AUD)
Estimated per-person daily spend including accommodation, food, transport & activities
Budget
~$109Mid-Range
~$248Luxury
~$698🧮 Trip Cost Estimate
| Duration | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days | $760 | $1,736 | $4,883 |
| 14 days | $1,519 | $3,472 | $9,765 |
| 21 days | $2,279 | $5,208 | $14,648 |
Estimates based on typical traveller spending. Excludes flights.
📈 AUD to USD — 12 Month Trend
| Date | 1 AUD = |
|---|---|
| 2025-04-24 | 0.6361 USD |
| 2025-05-24 | 0.6495 USD |
| 2025-06-24 | 0.6481 USD |
| 2025-07-24 | 0.6606 USD |
| 2025-08-24 | 0.6489 USD |
| 2025-09-24 | 0.6609 USD |
| 2025-10-24 | 0.6511 USD |
| 2025-11-24 | 0.6454 USD |
| 2025-12-24 | 0.6712 USD |
| 2026-01-24 | 0.6893 USD |
| 2026-02-24 | 0.7067 USD |
| 2026-03-24 | 0.6979 USD |
💡 Exchange Rate Insight — AUD to USD
Best Rate (12m)
0.7067
Feb 2026
Worst Rate (12m)
0.6361
Apr 2025
Current
0.6979
Mar 2026
12m Average
0.6667
✅ Above average
Now is a relatively good time to exchange AUD to USD. The current rate is above the 12-month average.
🧳 Travel Tips for Australians Visiting United States
- Travel Advisory: Exercise normal safety precautions — always check Smartraveller before booking
- Visa: ESTA required (online, USD 21). Must apply before travel
- Currency: The local currency is United States dollar (USD). At current rates, 100 AUD ≈ 70 USD
- Best time to visit: Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov (varies by region)
- Language: English
- Budget: Expect to spend ~$248 AUD/day for a mid-range trip
- Time zones: UTC-12:00, UTC-11:00, UTC-10:00, UTC-09:00, UTC-08:00, UTC-07:00, UTC-06:00, UTC-05:00, UTC-04:00, UTC+10:00, UTC+12:00
- Travel insurance: Always get comprehensive travel insurance. Medicare does not cover you overseas (except in most countries)
🛡️ Travel Insurance for United States
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