Australia Subclass 600
Introduction
The Australian Visit Visa (Subclass 600) is a temporary visa that allows travelers to visit Australia for tourism, family visits, or short-term business purposes. It provides flexibility for applicants with different travel intentions and is one of the most popular pathways for individuals wishing to experience Australia for a limited time.
This visa is suitable for:
- Tourists on holidays or recreational trips.
- Family members visiting loved ones in Australia.
- Business visitors attending meetings, conferences, or short-term business activities.
Streams of the Subclass 600 Visit Visa.
Step 1: Tourist Stream
This stream is for individuals who wish to travel to Australia for holidays, leisure, or to visit family and friends.
- Duration: Stay up to 3, 6, or 12 months depending on the grant.
- Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate genuine tourist intentions and sufficient funds to cover their expenses.
- Key Condition: Holders are not allowed to work in Australia. Short study courses of up to 3 months may be permitted.
Step 2: Sponsored Family Stream
This stream is for applicants visiting family members in Australia who are willing to sponsor their stay.
- Sponsor Requirement: Must be sponsored by an eligible Australian citizen or permanent resident. In some cases, the sponsor may be asked to provide a security bond.
- Duration: Usually up to 12 months, depending on the circumstances.
- Key Condition: Applicants must have a genuine relationship with the sponsor and must leave Australia before the visa expires.
Step 3: Business Visitor Stream
This stream is designed for short-term business activities in Australia without engaging in paid work.
Permitted Activities:
- Attending business meetings or negotiations
- Participating in trade fairs, conferences, or seminars (without payment)
- Signing or reviewing business contracts
- Duration: Usually valid for stays of up to 3 months per visit.
- Key Condition: This visa does not permit employment or long-term business operations.
Step 4: Approved Destination Status (ADS) Stream
This stream is specifically for citizens of certain countries who are travelling in an organised tour group to Australia.
- Eligibility: Only applicants from countries that have a bilateral agreement with Australia under the ADS scheme.
- Duration: Short visits for tourism purposes only.
- Key Condition: Travel must be as part of a tour group through an approved travel agent.
Step 5: Frequent Traveler Stream
This stream is available only to citizens of the People’s Republic of China who travel frequently to Australia for business or personal reasons.
- Duration: Valid for up to 10 years, allowing multiple short visits of up to 3 months per entry.
- Eligibility: Applicant must demonstrate a history of regular travel to Australia or other countries.
Eligibility Requirements
- Hold a valid passport.
- Be a genuine temporary entrant, intending to stay in Australia only for the permitted purpose.
- Show evidence of sufficient financial resources to cover travel and living expenses.
- Have no criminal convictions and meet health and character requirements.
- Have no outstanding debts to the Australian Government.
- Maintain strong ties to their home country (such as employment, family, or property) to ensure their return.
Why Choose FM International?
At FM International, we provide expert consultancy services for the Australian Visit Visa (Subclass 600).
Our Support Includes:
- Assessing your eligibility and selecting the most suitable visa stream.
- Preparing and reviewing documentation (financials, invitations, sponsorships, etc.).
- Drafting strong justifications to demonstrate genuine travel intentions.
- Managing your application submission and liaising with Australian authorities.
- Guiding you until the visa decision is finalized.
With our years of experience and a proven success rate, we ensure your application is accurate, complete, and stands the best chance of approval.