Researchers believe that the coronavirus can stay on certain surfaces such as bank notes and phone screens for as long as 28 days.
The findings from Australia's national science agency reveal that Covid-19 could survive for longer than what was initially thought.
According to the BBC, previous studies found that SARS-Cov-2 can survive for two to three days on bank notes and glass, and up to six days on plastic and stainless steel, although results vary.
However, the latest research from CSIRO found that it can in fact last for 28 days on smooth surfaces such as mobile phone screens as well as plastic and paper banknotes when kept at 20C - which is around room temperature.
CSIRO chief executive Dr Larry Marshall said: "Establishing how long the virus really remains viable on surfaces enables us to more accurately predict and mitigate its spread, and do a better job of protecting our people."
