Travel

And Visit Australia

The Australian visitor visa allows you to travel to Australia to spend time with family or undertake business activities for up to three months to a year, either as a single or multiple-entry permit.

The Department will determine the duration and entry requirements for the visa on a case-by-case basis, depending on your purpose of the travel.

TYPES OF

VISITOR VISA IN AUSTRALIA

Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Sponsored Family Stream (12)

This visa allows you to visit Australia for tourism, cruises, or to see family and friends, with the option to stay up to 12 months if sponsored by an eligible family member who is an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Business Stream (3)

This visa stream allows short visits to Australia for business purposes, without permitting work or selling goods or services. Applications and decisions must be made while you are outside Australia, and it may allow single or multiple entries during its validity.

Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Frequent traveller stream (3)

This visa stream is for citizens of the People's Republic of China (excluding SARs) who frequently travel to Australia for business or personal reasons, with a validity of up to 10 years. Applicants must hold a Chinese passport and provide biometrics within...

Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) (Subclass 601) (3)

"This visa is for tourism, visiting family, or business purposes, available only to passport holders from eligible countries. It allows multiple entries to Australia within a 12-month period, with a stay of up to 3 months per visit. For a list of...

eVisitor (Subclass 651) (3)

This visa allows European nationals with eligible passports to visit Australia for tourism, family, or business purposes. It permits unlimited visits within 12 months, each lasting up to 3 months. Certain non-standard passports and British travel documents are ineligible.

Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462) (12)

This visa allows young adults to enjoy an extended holiday in Australia while working to fund their stay. Eligible passport holders can apply, with a second visa available if criteria are met. Applicants from China, India, and Vietnam require ballot selection.

Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417) (12)

This visa allows young adults aged 18 to 30 (or 35 for some countries) to enjoy an extended holiday in Australia while working to fund their stay. Eligible passport holders may apply for a second visa if they meet the criteria.

APPLY FOR AN

AUSTRALIAN VISITOR VISA

STAGES OF APPLICATION

Initial Consultation

We will assess your current situation and determine if you meet the eligibility criteria to apply for a visitor visa. Once we understand your current circumstances, we will recommend possible visa pathways to visit Australia temporarily.

Apply and Gather Relevant Documents

Once we deem you eligible for the visa, we will start compiling documents for your application. We will gather relevant documents such as police clearance certificates and prepare a decision-ready application.

Lodgement and Follow Up

Once we receive all your documents and are satisfied that your application is ready for lodgement, we will submit your application. We will also follow up with the Department on the progress of your application to avoid any unnecessary delays.

What happens after my visa is granted?

Once your visa is granted, you can travel to Australia without applying for a travel ban exemption. If the Department gives you a multiple entry visa, you can travel in and out of Australia while it is valid.  

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8101 - No work

You must work in Australia

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8201 - Maximum 3 months of study

You must only study for 3 months while on this visa.

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8501 - Maintain adequate health insurance

You must maintain health insurance with an accredited provider

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8503 - No further stay

If you have no further stay conditions on your visa, you must not apply for a visa after expiry.

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8531 - Must leave before visa expiry

You must not overstay your visa.

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8558 - Non-Resident

You must not stay more than 12 months in any 18 months.

FAQs

Travellers are no longer required to apply for an exemption to travel in and out of the country.

No, you must make separate applications for each family members accompanying you to Australia.

You cannot extend your application for a visitor visa. However, you may be able to apply for another visa to extend your stay in Australia.

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