Visitor Visas

Types of Visitor Visas

Australia offers several visitor visa options depending on the purpose and duration of your stay:

1. Tourist Visa (Subclass 600)

The Tourist Visa is the most common visitor visa, allowing you to visit Australia for tourism, recreation, or to visit family and friends. It is typically granted for up to 12 months, with stays of up to 3, 6, or 12 months per visit.

• Duration: Up to 12 months validity, with stays of 3, 6, or 12 months.
• Activities: Tourism, visiting family/friends, and short-term study (up to 3 months).
• Work Rights: No work rights are permitted.
• Streams: Tourist stream, Sponsored family stream, and Business visitor stream.

2. Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) - Subclass 601

The ETA is an electronic visa for short-term visits to Australia for tourism or business purposes. It is available to passport holders from eligible countries and is linked to your passport electronically.

• Duration: Valid for 12 months, with stays of up to 3 months per visit.
• Activities: Tourism and business visitor activities.
• Work Rights: No work rights are permitted.
• Application: Applied for online through the ETA app or website.

3. eVisitor Visa (Subclass 651)

The eVisitor visa is a free visa for European passport holders to visit Australia for tourism or business purposes. It is valid for 12 months with stays of up to 3 months per visit.

• Duration: Valid for 12 months, with stays of up to 3 months per visit.
• Activities: Tourism and business visitor activities.
• Work Rights: No work rights are permitted.
• Eligibility: Available to passport holders from European Union countries and a few others.

4. Sponsored Family Visitor Visa (Subclass 600 - Sponsored Family Stream)

This stream allows you to visit family members in Australia who act as your sponsor. It is suitable for those who do not have access to other visitor visa options.

• Duration: Stays of up to 3, 6, or 12 months.
• Activities: Visiting family and friends.
• Work Rights: No work rights are permitted.
• Sponsor: Requires a family member in Australia to sponsor you.

Key Requirements for Visitor Visas

Common requirements for visitor visas include:

• Genuine Visitor: You must demonstrate that you are a genuine visitor and intend to stay temporarily in Australia.
• Financial Capacity: You must have enough funds to support yourself during your stay and for your return travel.
• Health and Character: You must meet health and character requirements.
• Health Insurance: While not mandatory, it is highly recommended to have adequate health insurance to cover any medical expenses.

How Omega Overseas Can Help

Our experienced team provides comprehensive support for visitor visa applications, including:

• Visa Selection: We help you choose the most appropriate visitor visa based on your purpose of travel and eligibility.
• Document Preparation: We assist with gathering and preparing all necessary documents, including evidence of financial capacity and ties to your home country.
• Application Lodgement: We handle the entire application process, ensuring it is complete and compliant with Department of Home Affairs requirements.
• Post-Visa Support: We provide guidance on your visa conditions and any further requirements.