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Explore Your Visitor Visa Options for Australia

Plan your short stay in Australia for tourism, business, or family visits.
Find the visa that best suits your needs.

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Type: Visitor Visa |Subclass 600, 601, 651

PR Pathway: No PR Pathway

Points Test Required: No

Typical Processing Time: 2-4 weeks |Subclass 600, Instant or 24 hours |Subclass 601 Instant |Subclass 651

Family Inclusion: Yes, family members can be included in your application

Common Use: Tourism, Business Visits, Family Visits, Short-Term Business

What This Visa Category Covers

The Visitor Visa |Subclass 600 allows individuals to visit Australia for tourism, business meetings, or to visit family members. The Electronic Travel Authority |Subclass 601  and eVisitor Visa |Subclass 651 also offer travel options but with different eligibility criteria. All these visas are temporary, with no pathway to permanent residency.

Key Benefits:

Ideal for tourists, business visitors, and family members

Stay for 3, 6, or 12 months, depending on the visa stream

Family members can be included in the application

🧭 Explore Visa Streams

The Visitor Visa -Subclass 600 has several streams tailored for different types of visitors: ​

Tourist Stream -Subclass 600

Ideal for: Tourism purposes

Length of Stay: Up to 12 months

Processing Time: 2-4 weeks

Business Visitor Stream -Subclass 600

Ideal for: Business-related activities such as attending meetings or conferences

Length of Stay: Up to 3 months

Processing Time: 2-4 weeks

Family Sponsored Stream -Subclass 600

Ideal for: Visiting family members in Australia ​

Length of Stay: Up to 12 months

Processing Time: 2-4 weeks

Electronic Travel Authority -ETA- Subclass 601

Ideal for: Short stays for tourism or business purposes

Length of Stay: Up to 3 months

Processing Time: Instant or within 24 hours

eVisitor -Subclass 651

Ideal for: Short-term travel from eligible European countries

Length of Stay: Up to 3 months

Processing Time: Instant or within 24 hours

✅ Eligibility Criteria & Points Test

Age: No age restrictions

Health and Character: Must meet Australian health and character requirements

Sufficient Funds: Proof of sufficient funds to support your stay in Australia

No Points Test: This visa does not require a points test

📥 Download Eligibility Checklist

🧭 Step-by-Step Guide for Visitor Visa

1
Check Eligibility Confirm that you meet all visa requirements.
2
Prepare Documents Gather required documents such as proof of funds, passport, and health checks.
3
Submit Application Submit your application online.
4
Receive Outcome Wait for the visa outcome.

Common Mistakes
✅ Tips to Strengthen Your Application

Common Mistakes:

Submitting incomplete documents

Failing to provide proof of sufficient funds

Incorrect information in your application

Tips to Strengthen Your Application:

Double-check all documents

Ensure that all forms are correctly filled out

Confirm that your health and character checks are up to date

Family Members You Can Include

You can include your family members in your Visitor Visa | Subclass 600 application:

Spouse or De Facto Partner

Dependent children under 18

Dependent children over 18 (if financially dependent)

Adopted or declared dependents

After Visa Grant:

Work Rights: Work is not permitted under the Visitor Visa

Access to Australian Services: Limited access to healthcare based on reciprocal agreements

📐 Required Documents

💼 Primary Applicant

Passport

Proof of financial support

Health and character documents

Police check

👨‍👩‍👧 Partner/Dependents

Proof of relationship | e.g., marriage certificate

Health and character documents ​

📥 Download Full Visa Checklist

💰 Fees & Processing Time

Visa FeeDetails & Fee (AUD)
🪪Primary ApplicantAUD 145
👥PartnerAUD 70
👥Child | under 18AUD 30
⏳Processing Time2-4 weeks | Subclass 600; Instant or 24 hours |Subclass 601; Instant | Subclass 651

🧰 Tools & Downloads

For SubclassVisitor Visa – Subclass 600, 601, 651
 applicants, the following resources will assist you: 

Download Subclass 190 Migration Pack
Download Subclass 190
Migration Pack
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Check Your Eligibility
Check Your Eligibility
Download EOI Guide
Download EOI Guide

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can apply for the Visitor Visa from outside Australia.

You can stay for up to 12 months, depending on your visa stream and circumstances.

It may be possible to extend your stay under specific circumstances.

No, Visitor Visas do not permit employment in Australia.

  • Yes, you can visit family members who are Australian citizens or permanent residents. 

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Disclaimer
The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not guarantee visa approval. All visa applications are subject to the discretion of the Australian Department of Home Affairs. For personalized guidance, please contact a registered migration agent at Visa Advisor.