Planning a trip to Australia? Whether you’re a tourist eager to explore the stunning landscapes, a business visitor attending important meetings, or someone looking to spend quality time with family, the Australia Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) is your gateway to a memorable stay. This visa allows you to visit Australia for 3, 6, or 12 months, providing flexibility to suit your travel needs. In this comprehensive guide, we will discuss everything you need to know about the Subclass 600 visa, including its various streams—Tourist, Business, and Family Sponsored. We’ll cover the benefits, eligibility criteria, application process, and tips for a successful application, ensuring you’re well-prepared for your visit to Australia.
The Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) has the following main 3 streams:
Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Tourist Stream (Apply Outside Australia)
This visa stream lets you visit Australia as a tourist, to go on a cruise or to visit family and friends.
- This visa allows stays of up to 3, 6, or 12 months, depending on individual circumstances and the discretion of the Department of Home Affairs.
- Visit friends and family, cruise or have a holiday
- You must be outside Australia when you apply and when immigration department decide your visa.
| Cost | Stay | Estimated Processing Times |
|---|---|---|
| From AUD195.00 | Upto 12 months | 50% 10 days. 90% 30 days |
Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Business visitor stream
This visa stream lets you visit Australia for business reasons.
- You can make a short visit for business visitor reasons, but you can’t work or sell goods or services
- The immigration department might let you enter Australia once or many times while the visa is valid
- You must be outside Australia when you apply and when the immigration department decide your visa
| Cost | Stay | Estimated Processing Times |
|---|---|---|
| AUD195.00 | Upto 3 months | 50% 6 days. 90% 18 days |
Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Sponsored family stream
This visa stream lets people who are sponsored, usually by a family member, come to Australia to see their family members.
- You must be sponsored by an eligible family member who is an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- We might ask your sponsor to pay a security bond
- You must be outside Australia when you apply and when we decide your visa.
| Cost | Stay | Estimated Processing Times |
|---|---|---|
| AUD195.00 | Upto 12 months | 50% 17 days. 90% 28 days |