Visitor Visa

A visitor visa is an overarching term. However, it can be broadly divided into two:

  • For only visit that may include vacationing, recreational activities, visiting an Australian resident family member, medical treatment, etc.
  • For business activities that may include making general business or government enquiries, business negotiations, government visits, attending conferences, seminars, job interviews, or professional examinations.
  • Apart from these, there are some other special categories for visitor visas too.

Aussie Asean is there for you if you want to visit Australia for any of these reasons or something other than these

Each of these visas has different requirements and eligibility criteria. Aussizz facilitates the processing of all of these visas as per your requirements.

Since visitor visa is a general and broader term, it requires tremendous experience of the immigration process and laws to match the exact type of visitor visa corresponding to your requirements.

Visitor Visa

Subclass 600

Visitor Visa

This visa is meant for visit or for business purposes for up to three, six or twelve months. Two subclasses are:

  • The eVisitor (sub-class 651): This visa is free. You must be a passport holder of a certain country as specified in a list issued by Department of Home Affairs.
  • The Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601): This is issued to a passport holder of a certain country as specified in a list issued by Department of Home Affairs.

Subclass 602

Medical Treatment Visa

The purpose of this visa is to allow anyone visit Australia.

  • For medical treatment or consultations.
  • To support someone needing medical treatment who holds or has  applied for this visa.
  • To donate an organ.

Subclass 405

Investor Retirement Visa

This is a visa for those self-funded retirees with no dependents and who want to spend rest of their retired lives in Australia.

Subclass 416

Special Program Visa

Usually, this visa is sought in case of special programs where an approved special program sponsor has sent an invitation to participate in a specifically approved program. The purpose is to enhance international relations and cultural exchange between Australian community and the world at large.

In addition to the Special Program, the Special Program visa (subclass 416) has another stream called Seasonal Worker Program.

Subclass 771

Transit Visa

This is for you and your dependent children transit through Australia for no longer than 72 hours.

Basic Requirements

Aussie exactly does this for you. We first listen to your purpose of visiting Australia and as per your requirement, help you identify the exact type of visa that you may need to apply to visit this country. Apart from helping you identify this, we also help you in getting exact requirements of these visas. Some of the basic requirements are:

  • Health check-ups.
  • financial documentation.
  • character certifications.
  • Insurance.
  • Providing accommodation on a chargeable basis.

Subclass

Visa

Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462 and 417)

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If you aged between 18 and 30, getting a Work and Holiday Visa allow you to live and travel anywhere in Australia for one year and work for any job you like.

Work And Holiday Visa – An Overview

The Australian Work and Holiday Visa (subclass 462) is a temporary visa for young people aged between 18 and 30 that allows to have an extended vacation in Australia supplemented by short-term employment for 12 months.

Work And Holiday Visa Allows You To:

  • Stay, leave and revisit Australia frequently for up to 12 months
  • Undertake an educational course that has duration of maximum 4 months
  • Work in Australia for up to six months with each employer
  • Apply for Second Work and Holiday Visa after working for three months in northern Australia for hospitality, agriculture, tourism, forestry and fishing industry

Requirements

First Working Holiday Visa

When applying for the first working holiday visa you must

  • Be a genuine visitor
  • Be outside of Australia when lodging an application
  • Be at least 18 and not turned 31 years of age
  • Hold a valid passport from the country eligible for the Work and Holiday Program of Australia
  • Meet Health, Character and the Education requirements
  • Have Functional English
  • Have letter of support if you are not an applicant from Israel, the People’s Republic of China and the United States of America.
  • Not have visited Australia on a Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417)
  • Not have a dependent child while living in Australia
  • Have enough money to support basic need and buy a return or onward travel ticket after the completion of your stay

Eligible Countries for Work and Holiday Visa (SC 462)

  • Argentina
  • Austria
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • China, People’s Republic of
  • Czech Republic
  • Ecuador
  • Greece
  • Hungary
  • Indonesia
  • Israel
  • Luxembourg
  • Malaysia
  • Mongolia
  • Peru
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • San Marino
  • Singapore
  • Slovak Republic
  • Slovenia
  • Spain
  • Switzerland
  • Thailand
  • Türkiye
  • Uruguay
  • United States of
  • America
  • Vietnam

Eligible Countries for Working Holiday Visa (SC 417)

  • Belgium
  • Canada
  • Republic of Cyprus
  • Denmark
  • Estonia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China (including
    British National Overseas passport holders)
  • Republic of Ireland
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Republic of Korea
  • Malta
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Sweden
  • Taiwan (other than an official or diplomatic passport)
  • The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Requirements

Health & Character

  • Proof of health or health examinations
  • Police certificates from each country you lived in for 12 months in the last ten years (after
    you turned 16 years of age)

Requirements

Education

The education requirements for this visa vary depending upon the passport you hold.

Functional English Requirements For A First Work And Holiday Visa

You must have evidence of either of the following tests to prove your functional English

  • Average IELTS band score of 4.5, achieved within the 12 months of visa application lodgement
  • Overall band score of minimum 30 in PTE Academic completed within 12 months of
    visa application lodgement
  • An overall score at least 147 in Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) test
  • A total band score of at least 32 in Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-Based Test
    (TOEFL iBT)
  • You must have also completed five years of higher secondary education at an English-medium
    educational institution

Debts

To The Australian Government

You must have no outstanding debts to the Australian Government or have arranged to repay any outstanding debts to the Australian Government before the visa is granted.

FAQs Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462 and 417)

The Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462 and 417) is a temporary visa option for young individuals from eligible countries who want to travel, work, and holiday in Australia. These visas allow you to stay in Australia for up to 12 months and engage in short-term work or study while experiencing the country’s culture and lifestyle.
 

Eligibility criteria may vary between Subclass 462 and 417 visas, but in general, applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old (or 18 and 35 for some countries), hold a passport from an eligible country, have sufficient funds for their stay, and meet health and character requirements. Some countries have specific requirements, so it’s important to check the Australian government’s official website for the most up-to-date information.
 

Yes, one of the main purposes of these visas is to allow you to work in Australia to supplement your funds for travel and living expenses. Subclass 462 and 417 visa holders are allowed to work for up to 6 months with any single employer and undertake short-term study.
 

Both Subclass 462 and 417 visas allow you to stay in Australia for up to 12 months from the date of your first entry.
 

Yes, under certain circumstances, you may be eligible for a second Work and Holiday Visa if you have completed at least 3 months of specified work in certain industries in regional areas of Australia while on your first Work and Holiday Visa. 

Specified work includes work in industries such as agriculture, fishing, construction, and mining in designated regional areas of Australia. The specific requirements for the type of work and the regional areas are outlined on the Australian government’s official website.
 

In general, these visas are granted for a maximum of 12 months. It’s not possible to extend the duration beyond this period under normal circumstances.
 

Yes, you can undertake short-term study (up to 4 months) while on a Work and Holiday Visa.
 

You can apply online through the Australian government’s official immigration website. Make sure to follow the instructions carefully and provide all required documents and information.
 

These visas do not typically allow for family members to be included in the application. However, family members might be eligible for separate visas based on their own circumstances.
 

Yes, you are required to have adequate health insurance for the duration of your stay in Australia.
 

Electronic Travel Authority (Subclass 601)

Planning to visit Australia for tourism or business purpose?

Apply for the Electronic Travel Authority and get the privilege of traveling to Australia as many times or stay up to three months per visit for up to one year.

The Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) is an electronic travel visa that is linked to an applicant’s passport and designed only for tourism and business visitor purposes.

The Tourist Electronic Travel visa is only for those candidates looking for holiday, doing recreational activities or visiting family or friends in Australia. This visa is valid for 1 year and allows multiple visits for up to 3 months.

The Business Electronic Travel visa allows visiting Australia for business purpose only. This includes attending a conference, trade fairs or seminars, making employment inquiries, examining, negotiating, signing or revising a business contract, business visit. This visa is also valid for 1 year and allows multiple visits for up to 3 months.

Eligible Passport Holders

Electronic Travel Authority Visa

  • Andorra
  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • Brunei
  • Canada
  • Denmark
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Greece
  • Hong Kong (SAR of China)
  • Iceland
  • Ireland
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Liechtenstein
  • Luxembourg

  • Malaysia
  • Malta
  • Monaco
  • Norway
  • Portugal
  • Republic of San Marino
  • Singapore
  • South Korea
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • Taiwan*
  • The Netherlands
  • United Kingdom—British Citizen
  • United Kingdom—British National (Overseas)
  • United States
  • Vatican City

Character Requirements

To fulfil the character requirements, you must be free from criminal records. Any one visiting Australia on Electronic Travel Authority visa with criminal history would be refused to enter in the country.

Health Insurance

You must be covered by Australia’s national health scheme (Medicare) to cover all the health costs for the duration of stay in Australia.

Family Members

Every family member (even the children younger than 18 included on the passport) of the ETA visa holder needs to apply for the separate ETA visa.

FAQs Electronic Travel Authority (Subclass 601)

An Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) subclass 601 is an electronically stored authorisation that allows certain eligible passport holders to travel to Australia for short stays for tourism or business purposes.
 

Citizens of specific countries, including but not limited to Canada, the United States, Japan, South Korea, and many European countries, are eligible for an ETA subclass 601. The eligibility criteria can vary based on nationality.
 

An ETA subclass 601 allows you to stay in Australia for up to three months (90 days) per visit. It is generally valid for multiple entries within a 12-month period.
 

No, an ETA subclass 601 is for short-term tourism or business purposes only. It does not permit you to work, study, or engage in any other long-term activities in Australia.
 

You can apply for an ETA subclass 601 online through the official website of the Australian government’s Department of Home Affairs. You’ll need your passport, an email address, and a credit card for payment.
 

The cost of an ETA subclass 601 can vary, but it is generally lower than the cost of a traditional visa. The exact fee can be found on the Department of Home Affairs website.
 

In most cases, ETA subclass 601 applications are processed instantly or within a very short period of time. However, it’s recommended to apply at least a few days before your intended travel date to ensure a smooth process.
 

No, you cannot extend your stay in Australia on an ETA subclass 601. If you wish to stay longer, you will need to apply for a different type of visa before your ETA expires.
 

Having a criminal record might affect your eligibility for an ETA subclass 601. It’s recommended to check the eligibility criteria and consult with the Australian consulate or embassy in your country before applying.
 

You can check the status of your ETA subclass 601 application on the Department of Home Affairs website using the application reference number provided to you during the application process.
 

A Tourist Electronic Travel Visa is a type of visa that allows eligible travellers to visit a specific country for tourism purposes. It is typically obtained electronically, without the need for a physical visa stamp in your passport.
 

The application process for a Tourist Electronic Travel Visa varies depending on the country you intend to visit. In most cases, you can apply online through the official government website of the destination country. You’ll need to provide your personal information, travel details, and any required supporting documents.
 

The duration of stay permitted on a Tourist Electronic Travel Visa varies depending on the country’s regulations. It can range from a few weeks to several months. Make sure to check the specific terms and conditions associated with the visa. 

No, a Tourist Electronic Travel Visa is usually issued for tourism purposes only. It generally does not allow you to work, study, or engage in any other form of employment or long-term activities. If you plan to work or study, you’ll need to apply for a different type of visa.
 

Extending the duration of stay on a Tourist Electronic Travel Visa is usually not possible. Once the visa expires, you’ll need to leave the country. If you wish to stay longer, you might need to apply for a visa extension or a different visa category if you are eligible.
 

Eligibility criteria for a Tourist Electronic Travel Visa vary depending on the country you intend to visit. Common factors include your nationality, purpose of travel, intended duration of stay, and financial ability to support your stay. Check the official government website of the destination country to determine your eligibility.
 

A Business Electronic Travel Visa, such as an eVisitor visa or an ETA subclass 601, is an electronically stored authorisation that allows eligible passport holders to travel to Australia for short-term business activities.

 

Business Electronic Travel Visas generally allow activities such as attending conferences, seminars, meetings, business negotiations, and exploring business opportunities in Australia. However, actual permitted activities can vary, so it’s important to review the visa conditions and consult official sources. 

The duration of stay allowed on a Business Electronic Travel Visa can vary. An eVisitor visa typically allows stays of up to 3 months per visit, while an ETA subclass 601 also allows stays of up to 3 months per visit, with some variations based on the specific subclass and nationality.
 

No, a Business Electronic Travel Visa is generally intended for short-term business activities and does not allow you to undertake work that would require a work permit. If you intend to work in Australia, you’ll need to apply for an appropriate work visa.
 

You can apply for a Business Electronic Travel Visa online through the official website of the Australian government’s Department of Home Affairs. The application process typically requires you to provide personal and travel information, as well as details about your business-related activities in Australia.
 

Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)

This visa comprises five types of visit to Australia

  • Health insurance cover
  • For Holiday
  • For Business
  • A Family-sponsored visa
  • An organized tour from China

While each purpose has its own specific requirements, following are some of the basic things about this visa

  • It is for a visit or for business purposes
  • For up to three, six or 12 months
  • The base application charge for this visa ranges from AUD130 to AUD335
  • If you hold a certain passport, you might be able to apply for a free or cheaper visa
  • The eVisitor (subclass 651) visa is free. You must be a passport holder of a certain country
  • The Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) visa has an AUD20 service charge. You must be a passport holder of a certain country

WHY?

Aussie Asean

No matter what type of visitor visa you may require to visit Australia, Aussie Asean is there to guide you in the right direction. We have extensive experience of filling up applications with appropriate documents without any error. This saves lot of your time and energy.

A Family Sponsored Visa – Basic requirements

  • Meet health and character requirements: You need to manage all your health costs while you are in Australia. You will not be covered by Australia’s national health scheme (Medicare) unless your country has a reciprocal health care agreement with Australia. Hence, it is recommended to take health insurance each time you travel to Australia.
  • Must have enough money to support yourself during your stay in Australia
  • Must have enough money to support yourself during your stay in Australia
  • Must intend to do the activities in the Sponsored Family stream
     

You must be able to show to the Immigration Department that

  • You are a genuine traveler heading to Australia
  • You will visit your family
  • You are sponsored by an eligible relative or an Australian government official

A Family Sponsored Visa Detail

The Sponsored Family stream is for you, if you are travelling to Australia to visit your family. You must have a sponsor who might be asked to provide a bond.

You must be outside Australia when you apply and you must be outside Australia to be granted the visa.

If you have a Sponsored Family Visitor visa (subclass 679), it will still be valid for the period you were given when the visa was granted.

Number of visits granted on this visa

  • You might be allowed to enter only once. If so, you will need to apply for a new visa if you want to return to Australia again after you leave.
  • You might be able to travel to and from Australia as many times as you want while your visa is valid, but the total time you spend in Australia should not exceed the period of stay that you have been granted.

Business Visa Stream

The Business Visitor stream of tourist visa is for people travelling to Australia for a short business visit. This includes making a general business or employment enquiry, negotiations or participating in a conference.

For this to be granted, you need to be outside Australia at the time of application.

If you have a Business (Short Stay) visa (subclass 456) or a Sponsored Business Visitor (Short Stay) visa (subclass 459), it will still be valid for the period you were given when the visa was granted.

Number of visits granted under this visa
  • You might be allowed to enter only once. If so, you will need to apply for a new visa if you want to return to Australia again after you leave.
  • You might be able to travel to and from Australia as many times as you want while your visa is valid, but the total time you spend in Australia cannot be more than the period of stay that you have been granted.
Basic requirements

In order to procure this visa successfully, you must fulfill following requirements:

  • Must meet health and character requirements
  • Must have enough money to support yourself during your stay in Australia
  • Must intend to do the activities in relation to your business visit.

Before being granted this visa, the Immigration Department must be convinced by the following things

  • Your business background
  • You have a good business reason for travelling to Australia
  • Your activities would include following things:
    • making general business or employment enquiries
    • investigating, negotiating, signing or reviewing a business contract
    • activities carried out as part of an official government-to-government visit
    • participating in conferences, trade fairs or seminars, as long as you are not being paid by the organizers for your participation
  • You will not be undertaking work for or providing goods or services to a business or person based in Australia
  • You will not be selling goods or services directly to the general public while in Australia

When you are all set to apply for the Business stream, you do not need a sponsor.

Holiday Visa

This visa belongs to the tourist stream which is for people travelling to Australia for a holiday, recreation or to visit family and friends and for other purposes not related to business or medical treatment.

This visa stream is to visit the country. It is required that you are outside of the Australia at the time of application. It is therefore mandatory that you must apply for it only if you are outside Australia.

With this subclass 600 visitor visa

  • You can have a holiday or visit family and friends in Australia
  • You can study in Australia for up to three months
  • You can work as a genuine unpaid volunteer, but only if an Australian resident would not otherwise be paid to do the work (you can be reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses such as meals and accommodation). 

You would be granted this visa only when you can

  • Meet health and character requirements
  • Have enough money to support yourself during your stay in Australia
  • Prove that you intend to do the activities in the Tourist stream
  • The Department can also ask you to prove that you hold 12 months of health insurance cover
  • Due to the length of the permanent Parent (Migrant) visa (subclass 103) queue, and the desirability of family reunion, the department can grant a more generous Visitor visa. You will automatically be considered for this if you are a parent or step-parent of: a) an Australian citizen or permanent resident, b) an eligible New Zealand citizen and have applied for the Parent visa. 

Though, such cases are considered individually, if you are granted this visa, there are certain conditions to be fulfilled.

FAQs Visitor Visa (SUBCLASS 600)

The Subclass 600 visa is a temporary visitor visa that allows individuals to enter Australia for various purposes, including tourism, business meetings, attending conferences, and visiting family or friends.
 

In general, Subclass 600 visas are not intended for work purposes. However, some limited business activities might be permitted. It’s important to review the visa conditions and consult official guidelines to understand the scope of permissible activities.
 

The Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) includes five main streams:

  1. Tourist Stream: For individuals traveling to Australia for tourism, holidays, or to visit family and friends.
  2. Business Visitor Stream: Intended for individuals engaging in business-related activities such as attending meetings, conferences, and exploratory business visits.
  3. Sponsored Family Stream: Designed for people visiting family members in Australia who are willing to sponsor their visit.
  4. Approved Destination Status Stream: Specifically for citizens of certain countries designated as Approved Destination Status (ADS) providers, allowing organized tour group visits to Australia.
  5. Frequent Traveler Stream

The duration of stay varies depending on the type of visa granted and individual circumstances. Tourist stream visas might allow stays of up to 12 months, while business stream visas might have shorter durations. It’s crucial to check your visa grant notice for the exact validity period.
 

Generally, short-term and recreational courses might be allowed on a Subclass 600 visa. However, you should ensure that your main purpose of visit aligns with the visa type, and studying isn’t the primary reason for your visit.
 

You can apply for a Subclass 600 visa online through the official Australian immigration website. The application process involves providing personal information, purpose of visit, supporting documents, and paying the required fee.
 

Required documents typically include a valid passport, visa application form, proof of financial capacity to support your stay, proof of ties to your home country, and any additional documents relevant to your purpose of visit (such as business letters, invitation letters, or travel itineraries).
 

Eligibility criteria include having a genuine reason to visit Australia, having enough funds to cover your stay, having health insurance, not intending to work (unless specifically permitted), and having no criminal convictions or health issues that might pose a risk.

 

Processing times can vary, but it’s generally recommended to apply well in advance of your intended travel dates. Some visas might be processed within a few days, while others could take several weeks.
 

Extensions might be possible in certain circumstances, but it’s not guaranteed. It’s important to apply for an extension before your current visa expires and to have a valid reason for needing more time in Australia. 

FAQs

Visitor Visa

The Australia Visitor Visa is a type of visa that allows individuals to travel to Australia for tourism, visiting family or friends, or participating in certain business activities for a temporary period.

 

An Australia Tourist Visa is a type of visa that allows individuals to visit Australia for tourism, holidays, and recreational purposes.

It depends on your nationality. Citizens of some countries can enter Australia without a visa for short stays, while others require a Visitor Visa. You should check the official Australian government website or contact the nearest Australian embassy or consulate to determine if you need a visa.

Generally, yes. Most visitors to Australia require a visa. However, citizens of certain countries might be eligible for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or eVisitor visa, which can be obtained online. 

You can apply online through the official Australian government website or by submitting a paper application at the nearest Australian embassy or consulate. Online applications are generally faster and more convenient.
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