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1. Information – Visitor Visa
On this page: Visa options; and Stay Periods;
Visa Options
If you wish to visit Australia for a holiday, sightseeing, to visit family or friends, or to purchase private residential real estate, you will need to apply for a Tourist Visa (Subclass 676). People intending informal study or training for less than 3 months, may also apply for a Tourist visa.
People wishing to visit for a holiday, sightseeing, to visit friends or relatives – who have relatives in Australia, who are willing to sponsor them – can apply for a Sponsored Family Visitor visa (Subclass 679). Applications for Sponsored Family Visitor visas are lodged and processed in Australia. For detailed information please see our Sponsored Family Visitor visas page.
Travelers holding a Visitor visa (Subclass 676 or 679) must not work while they are in Australia.
Stay Periods
Visitor visas can allow single or multiple entry – and permit a three (3), six (6) or twelve (12) month stay in Australia on each occasion. Applicants are able to indicate their preferred number of entries and stay period, however the decision maker will determine which is appropriate, taking into account an applicant’s personal circumstances.
A 3 month stay meets the requirements of most Visitors to Australia. Granting a longer stay may be considered in certain circumstances, for example: for the parents of Australian citizens/permanent residents who have applied for permanent migration to Australia, but have not yet been granted permanent residency.
Visitor visas are designed for people whose intention is to visit Australia for short periods. They cannot generally be used for staying in Australia longer than 12 months or cannot be used to establish ongoing residence in Australia.
1. Information ⇒ 2. Checklist ⇒ 3. How to Apply ⇒ 4. After You Apply ⇒ 5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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