October 23rd 2024.
Good news for travelers flying into Australia – the dreaded incoming passenger card may soon be a thing of the past. Some lucky passengers, particularly those coming in from New Zealand, have already experienced a new, faster arrival process. This is all thanks to a joint initiative between the Australian government and Qantas, who have introduced a Digital Travel Declaration.
Qantas has taken the lead in testing out this new system, starting with passengers on flight QF126 from Auckland to Brisbane. But don't worry, this is just the beginning. The program will soon be expanded to include passengers from other cities in New Zealand flying into Brisbane. And that's not all – in the coming months, more Australian cities and even some international destinations will also be included in the scheme, according to Qantas.
So how does this new system work? Well, travelers can now fill out the necessary form on the Qantas app up to 72 hours before their flight. Once completed, they will receive a QR code to present to Australian Border Force officers upon arrival, instead of the traditional paper card. Of course, for those who still prefer the old-fashioned way, the paper card will still be an option.
Qantas' chief customer and digital officer, Catriona Larritt, believes that this new system will make travel much easier for passengers. No more scrambling for a pen and your flight details mid-flight – the digital form can be filled out at any time and place that is convenient for you. And with a three-day window to complete the form, there's no need to rush.
In other news, it seems like Qantas has been making headlines lately. The airline's engineers recently held a snap strike due to a pay dispute, and there's also been talk of a giant meteorite causing chaos on Earth billions of years ago. But on a more positive note, rapper A$AP Rocky will finally have his day in court next year to face charges of firing a gun at a former friend.
So whether you're a frequent traveler or just planning your next trip to Australia, it looks like Qantas' new Digital Travel Declaration is something to look forward to. No more tedious forms to fill out – just a quick and easy process to get you on your way to your destination. Happy travels!
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