Visa INFORMATION
Visa Application and Processing Timeframe
All Visa's are individually assessed, therefore processing times could vary. We strongly recommend you apply for a Visa at least 3 months in advance to ensure there is enough time for processing. Allowing less time could result in your Visa being refused.
More information about visa processing times please see: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-processing-times/overview
These are the visa options available presently, but the Department reserves the right to change regulations.
Visitor (subclass 600) Business stream visa
Visitor (subclass 600) Business stream visa applicants should include as much information as possible to support their visa applications (see: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/visitor-600/business-visitor-stream#HowTo).
With this visa you can:
- make general business or employment enquiries
- investigate, negotiate, enter into or review a business contract
- conduct activities as part of an official government visit
- take part in a conference, trade fair or seminar. You can’t be paid by the organisers to take part
- undertake tourist activities
Cost:
AUD $200
Stay:
Up to 3 months
Important note:
If you want to do short-term work in Australia that isn't a business visitor activity, consider applying for a temporary work visa.
Other information you need to provide:
- evidence of any international travel outside of their own country (for example, copies of visas and passport pages containing entry and departure stamps)
- information and evidence of attendance at similar events of this type/nature.
Electronic Travel Authority – ETA (subclass 601)
Eligibility for ETA will be determined by the country of passport that the applicant holds.
NB: Applicants from Malaysia should note that there may be additional information and documentary requirements. For more information please see: https://malaysia.highcommission.gov.au/klpr/Visas_and_Migration.html
With for this visa you can:
- make general business or employment enquiries
- investigate, negotiate, enter into or review a business contract
- conduct activities as part of an official government visit
- take part in a conference, trade fair or seminar. The organisers can't pay you to take part
Cost:
There is a service charge of AUD $20 to use the Australian ETA app. There is no other charge payable for an ETA.
Stay:
Up to 3 months at a time
Important note:
The ETA is not a work visa. You cannot undertake paid work for an Australian employer. If you work or intend to work in Australia on an ETA, your ETA may be cancelled. To work in Australia, you must hold a visa that permits you to work. See Working in Australia.
Other information you need to provide:
- evidence of any international travel outside of their own country (for example, copies of visas and passport pages containing entry and departure stamps)
- information and evidence of attendance at similar events of this type/nature.
eVisitor (subclass 651) Business stream visa
Eligibility for an eVisitor visa will be determined by the country of passport that the applicant holds.
With for this visa you can:
- make general business or employment enquiries
- investigate, negotiate, enter into or review a business contract
- conduct activities as part of an official government visit
- take part in a conference, trade fair or seminar. The organisers can't pay you to take part
Cost:
AUD $0
Stay:
Up to 3 months at a time
Important note:
The eVisitor visa is not a work visa. You cannot perform paid work for an Australian employer.
Other information you need to provide:
- evidence of any international travel outside of their own country (for example, copies of visas and passport pages containing entry and departure stamps)
- information and evidence of attendance at similar events of this type/nature.
New Zealand Citizens | Special Category Visa (subclass 444) (SCV)
New Zealand passport holders are eligible to apply for a Special Category Visa (subclass 444) (SCV) on arrival in Australia. If they satisfy the eligibility requirements (including health (tuberculosis) and character) the SCV will be granted. New Zealand passport holders need to present the following documents to Australian Border Force (ABF) officers or SmartGate machines) in immigration clearance:
• a valid New Zealand passport
• a completed and signed Individual Practising Certificate (IPC), including a health and character declaration.
New Zealand citizens with criminal convictions (that resulted in an imprisonment term, and whether or not this was suspended) should complete the enquiry form prior to their intended date of travel to receive guidance on whether they may not be eligible for the SCV. This will help to avoid delays or being refused entry at the border – Enquiry Form – New Zealand passport holders travelling with a criminal conviction (Home Affairs). See Special Category visa (Home Affairs) for further information.
Other important information regarding entering and leaving Australia
Biometrics:
Visa applicants outside of Australia will need to provide biometrics when they apply for a visa that is part of the Australian biometrics program, or where they are from a country, or located in a country at time of application that is part of the Australian biometrics program.
For information regarding Australia’s biometric program including visas and countries that are part of the program, please see: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/biometrics
Health and Character Requirements:
Most visa applicants must meet minimum health standards before they can be granted a visa, and the department may assess your health as part of the visa application process. This is referred to as 'meeting the health requirement'. For more information regarding health
requirements please see: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/health
Applicants must be of good character to visit Australia and must meet the character requirements to be granted a visa. For further
information regarding character requirements please see: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our- requirements/character
