Visitor Visa (Subclass 600): For tourism, family visits, or business activities.
This visa typically allows you to stay in Australia for up to 3, 6, or 12 months, depending on your situation and visa conditions.
- Hold a valid passport.
- Have no significant health or character issues.
- Have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay without working in Australia.
- Intend to return to your home country before your visa expires.
- Processing Timeline: 10-30 days on average.
- Stay Duration: Typically up to 3, 6, or 12 months.
- Documents Checklist:
- Valid passport.
- Visa application form (online).
- Visa application fee.
- Proof of funds.
- Travel itinerary.
- Health insurance.
- Process:
- Apply online through ImmiAccount.
- Pay the visa fee.
- Submit required documents.
- Await decision.
- Valid Passport: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay.
- Visa Application Form: Complete the appropriate application form (usually the Form 1419 for tourists).
- Recent Passport-Sized Photos: Check the specifications required by the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
- Travel Itinerary: Provide details of your travel plans, including accommodation and return flights.
- Financial Evidence: Bank statements, pay slips, or other documents showing you can support yourself financially.
- Invitation Letter (if applicable): From family or friends in Australia if you are visiting them.
- Proof of Ties to Home Country: Such as employment letters, property ownership, or family commitments to show your intention to return.
- Online Application: Create an account on the ImmiAccount website and complete your application online.
- Paper Application: Download the paper application form, complete it, and submit it to the appropriate visa office or embassy.
The application fee for the Visitor Visa (subclass 600) is typically AUD 150 (check for any updates).
Payment can usually be made online when submitting your application or at the relevant embassy or visa office if applying via paper.
Depending on your nationality, you may be required to provide biometric information (fingerprints and photograph). This is done at a designated location (like a Visa Application Center).
Processing times for the Visitor Visa can vary, generally ranging from a few days to several weeks, depending on the volume of applications and the complexity of your case.
You can check processing times on the Department of Home Affairs website.
- You will be notified of the decision on your visa application via email or through your ImmiAccount.
- If approved, your visa will be electronically linked to your passport. You can print your visa grant letter for reference.
- If denied, you will receive an explanation for the refusal, and you may have the option to appeal the decision or reapply.
- With an approved visa, you can travel to Australia.
- At the port of entry, an Australian Border Force officer will check your visa and may ask questions about your visit. They have the authority to allow or deny entry.
- No Work Allowed: The Visitor Visa does not permit you to work in Australia.
- Extensions: You may apply for a visa extension while in Australia if you have valid reasons, but approval is not guaranteed.
- Travel Insurance: It is highly recommended to have travel insurance during your stay in Australia to cover any unforeseen circumstances.
- Compliance with Visa Conditions: Ensure you comply with all visa conditions, including the duration of stay, as violating conditions can impact future visa applications.