Temporary Visitor Visas
Every year Australia welcomes over a million visitors to the country. These include tourists, family relatives, business persons and others.
Many Australian visitor visas can be applied online, while others can be lodged at the Australian missions overseas directly or through authorised service providers.
- Most Visitor visas do not allow for work in Australia. Some visitor visa may allow for limited study or volunteer work rights.
- It is advisable for Visitor visa holders to have appropriate Health Insurance cover, as Healthcare costs in Australia can be substantial.
- Visitors must be careful to adhere to the conditions on their visa and must depart Australia before the end of their permitted stay in the country.
- Breach of previous Australian visas may adversely affect and in some conditions even bar people from applying for future Australian visas.
Types of Visitor Visas
- Electronic Travel Authority (Sub class 601)
For passport holders of certain eligible countries (1) only. Apply through a Travel Agent. Multiple entry visas for up to 12 months with maximum stay of 3 months allowed on each entry. - eVisitor Visa (Sub class 651)
For Passport holders of certain eligible countries (2) travelling to Australia for tourism or business visitor purposes for max of 3 months - Visitor Visa (Sub class 600)
For visitors from all countries travelling for tourism, visiting relatives, business visits and frequent travelers. Visa can be for 3, 6 or 12 months as requested. - Medical Treatment Visa (Sub class 602)
For travelers coming to Australia for medical treatment, consultation or donate an organ and accompanying persons. - Transit Visa (Sub class 771)
For persons travelling through Australia on way to another country or to join a ship as a crew member.
Follow the links above to get additional details regarding eligibility and requirements for these visas.
Please contact eMA by purchasing a MAP to get more information regarding applying for these Visitor Visas.
