Australia · Visitor Visas

Visitor visa (subclass 600)

The Visitor visa (subclass 600) lets individuals visit Australia for tourism, holidays, recreation, family visits, or short-term business visitor activities for up to 3, 6, or 12 months.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Tourists, family visitors, and business delegates not eligible for eVisitor or ETA.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Genuine intention to stay temporarily in Australia for tourism or business visitor activities
  • Sufficient funds to support your stay and departure
  • Meet Australian health and character requirements
  • No work in Australia (except business visitor activities like conferences or trade negotiations)
Process

How the process works

  1. Prepare personal, financial, and employment ties documentation
  2. Apply online via ImmiAccount from outside Australia
  3. Provide biometrics at an authorized Australian Visa Application Centre (VFS/AVAC)
  4. Visa decision issued electronically
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Passport, bank statements for past 6 months, employment verification letter, leave approval, travel itinerary, invitation letter from host
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Work is strictly prohibited. Short-term study of up to 3 months is permitted.

Official source: Department of Home Affairs — Subclass 600. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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