Tourist and business visitor stays in Australia.
Check your eligibility — freeThe Visitor visa (subclass 600) is for people travelling to Australia for tourism, to visit family and friends, or for short business visitor activities such as meetings and conferences. It has several streams to suit different purposes.
Most refusals on visitor visas come down to one thing: not satisfying the case officer that you are a genuine, temporary visitor with the funds and ties to return home. Applicants with complex travel histories, previous refusals, or family in Australia often benefit from getting the application framed correctly the first time.
To be eligible for the subclass 600, you generally need to meet the following:
Not sure if you qualify? Get a free eligibility check from a registered migration agent who handles the subclass 600 every day.
Visitor visa processing varies with your nationality, travel history and the completeness of your application — straightforward applications are often decided quickly, while complex cases take longer. There is a visa application charge. Stays are commonly granted for 3, 6 or 12 months per entry. A registered migration agent can help present a genuine-visitor case, especially after a previous refusal.
If you hold an eligible passport, the ETA (601) or eVisitor (651) may be a faster, cheaper option for short tourist or business visits. The subclass 600 is the broader visitor visa available to most nationalities and is often necessary for longer stays, family-sponsored visits, or where an ETA/eVisitor is not available.
Many of these matters come down to avoidable mistakes. The most common issues include:
Using a registered migration agent is not compulsory, but the subclass 600 is detail-heavy and a single mistake, missing document or late response can lead to delay or refusal — and a refusal can affect future applications. A registered migration agent confirms your eligibility before you spend money, prepares your evidence, lodges your application correctly and manages any requests from the Department of Home Affairs on your behalf. Through Immigration Expert you can be matched with up to three OMARA-registered agents who handle the subclass 600 every day, compare their advice, and choose who to work with — free and with no obligation.
Visitor visas are commonly granted for 3, 6 or 12 months per entry, subject to the conditions set on grant. The length depends on your circumstances and the stream.
No — the subclass 600 does not permit work. If you intend to work in Australia, a different visa is required.
Yes, but you should address the reasons for the previous refusal. An agent can help present a stronger genuine-visitor case.
Sometimes, depending on your conditions (for example a "no further stay" condition can prevent it). Get advice before your visa expires.
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