Visitor and Short-Term Visas

Subclass 600 – Visitor Visa

The Subclass 600 is a temporary visa designed for individuals who wish to:

• Travel for tourism or holidays
• Visit family or friends
• Undertake short-term business visitor activities such as meetings, conferences or negotiations

This visa does not permit ongoing employment in Australia.

Streams Under the Visitor Visa

The Subclass 600 includes several streams depending on your purpose of travel:

Tourist Stream

For holidays, leisure travel, or visiting friends and family.

Sponsored Family Stream

For applicants sponsored by an eligible Australian family member.

Business Visitor Stream

For short-term business activities that do not involve paid work in Australia.

Each stream has specific documentary and financial requirements.

Key Eligibility Requirements

To be granted a Visitor Visa, applicants must generally demonstrate:

• Genuine temporary stay intention
• Sufficient funds to support their visit
• Strong ties to their home country
• Health and character compliance where required

The Department assesses applications based on risk factors, travel history and overall credibility.

Length of Stay

The visa may allow stays of:

• Up to 3 months
• In some cases, up to 6 or 12 months

The permitted stay period is determined at the time of grant.

Why Proper Preparation Matters

Visitor visa refusals commonly occur due to:

• Insufficient evidence of ties to home country
• Inconsistent travel history
• Financial capacity concerns
• Unclear purpose of visit

A properly prepared application reduces risk and ensures the purpose of travel is clearly substantiated.

Who This Visa Is Suitable For

• Tourists planning short-term travel
• Parents visiting children in Australia
• Overseas business professionals attending meetings
• Individuals attending short events or conferences