Visitor visa
Visitor visa- subclass 600
The Visitor (subclass 600) currently has five streams.
However, two common streams are:
- Tourist stream; and
- Sponsored family stream.
Sometimes, it can be difficult to determine which stream would be suitable for you. It is best to talk to our expert immigration lawyers to assist you in making the decision.
Visitor visa- Tourist stream
You can apply for a Visitor visa – Tourist stream – application in Australia or outside Australia. This is the only stream that allows you to apply for a Visitor visa in Australia. Each family member or a group member needs to lodge a separate visa application.
You must:
- Meet health and character requirements;
- Have sufficient money to fund your travel to Australia; and
- Intend to visit Australia temporarily and for tourist purposes.
Visitor visa- Sponsored Family stream
You can apply for a Visitor visa – Sponsored Family stream- visa if you are visiting your parent, child, spouse, de facto, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, nephew or niece who is an Australian citizen or an Australian permanent resident.
This stream has a sponsorship requirement. The Department of Home Affairs may request security (an amount of money) at the time of granting this visa. The security is refunded once the applicant leaves Australia.
Sometimes, it can be difficult to determine which stream would be suitable for you. It is best to talk to our expert immigration lawyers to assist you in making the decision.