Visitor Visa

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Understanding Visitor Visas to Australia

Visitor visas encompass a range of temporary permits enabling individuals to explore Australia. These visas are frequently utilized beyond mere tourism, often serving as a strategic tool for those considering immigration.

Optimal Uses for a Tourist Visa

Visitor visas are ideal for a variety of short-term objectives:

Tourism exploration.
Evaluation and selection of educational institutions.
Participation in short courses (e.g., English language programs up to 3 months).
Undertaking qualification exams (such as NAATI or licensing examinations).
Attendance at seminars, exhibitions, and conferences.
Visits to friends and relatives.
Meetings with potential partners and their families.
Business discussions and planning.
Job searches and employment contract negotiations.

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Visitor Visa Restrictions and Conditions

Working under a Visitor visa in Australia is strictly prohibited. You may encounter additional restrictions, denoted by conditions such as 8503, 8534, or 8535. In certain cases, these conditions can be waived. For detailed guidance, please book an express consultation.

Types of Visitor Visas to Australia

There are several visitor visas, each catering to different needs, citizenships, and personal circumstances:

1. Visitor Visa SC 651 (eVisitor):

Allows multiple entries for up to 12 months, with each stay limited to 3 months. This visa is free from restrictions on subsequent Australian visa applications. Eligibility is dependent on holding a specific passport.

2. Visitor Visa SC 601 (Electronic Travel Authority):

Similar to SC 651, this visa also allows multiple entries over 12 months. Eligibility is dependent on holding a specific passport.

3. Visitor Visa SC 600 (Tourist Stream):

Available for 3, 6, or 12-month stays, with single or multiple entries. May include the 8503 condition.

4. Visitor Visa SC 600 (Business Stream):

Tailored for business purposes, with durations and entry conditions similar to the Tourist Stream. Expedited processing is often available.

5. Visitor Visa SC 600 (Sponsored Family Stream):

Sponsored by an Australian relative, this visa typically allows a single-entry stay up to 12 months, subject to conditions like 8503 and 8558. The Department of Home Affairs may ask to deposit a cash bond (from 5,000 AUD to 15,000 AUD) to secure your stay in Australia. The bond will be returned if the conditions of the visa are met and the applicant left Australia on time.

6. Visitor Visa SC 600 (Frequent Traveller stream):

The applicant must be a citizen of PRC and be outside Australia at the time of application.

7. Visitor Visa SC 600 (Approved Destination Status stream):

The applicant must be a citizen of PRC and be in PRC at the time of application. The applicant must be intending to travel to Australia as a member of a tour organised by a specified travel agent.