Visitor visa
A temporary visa for people who want to visit Australia for tourism, to see family, or for business visitor activities. It has several streams for different purposes.
At a glance
Overview
The Visitor visa (subclass 600) lets you come to Australia for a short stay as a tourist, to visit family, or to take part in business visitor activities such as meetings or conferences. It does not allow work. The stream you apply under depends on your purpose and circumstances.
How the pathway works
The flowchart below shows the journey and the key decision points along the way. Where the answer is “no”, we show how AuzRoo can help you find another way forward.
What this visa lets you do
- Visit Australia as a tourist
- Visit family and friends
- Take part in business visitor activities
- Travel within Australia during your stay
Who can apply
To be granted this visa you generally need to meet all of the following. Every case is assessed on its own facts, so treat this as a guide rather than a checklist.
A genuine temporary purpose
You must intend a genuine, temporary visit for tourism, family or business visitor activities, and intend to leave before your visa ends.
Financial capacity
You must show you can support yourself during the visit.
Ties to your home country
Evidence of ties can help show you intend to return home.
No work
The Visitor visa does not permit work in Australia.
Health and character
You must meet health and character requirements.
How to apply, step by step
- Identify the right stream for the purpose of your visit.
- Gather your evidence of funds, plans and ties to home.
- Lodge your visa application online with supporting documents.
- Complete health checks if requested.
- Travel to Australia within the visa's validity.
- Leave before your visa ends or seek advice about your options.
Costs and processing
A visa application charge applies, and separate costs may apply for health examinations. Government charges and processing times change and depend on your circumstances, so we confirm the current figures for your case during your consultation.
When you have the visa
You must comply with your visa conditions, which usually include no work and a limit on your stay. Do not overstay, if your plans change, seek advice about your options before your visa ends.
For more information on the current official requirements, read the Department of Home Affairs page for this visa. Click here →