600 VISA

Visitor Visa Subclass 600

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MARN 0961 448 | UPDATED MAY 2019

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Visitor Visa Subclass 600 Brief Overview

Visitor visa subclass 600 is a visa that can be used for travelling to Australia. This visa will let you explore Australia for tourism purposes. Besides tourism purposes, you can use this visa to visit your partner, family, or relatives. If you have business matters, this visa suits you as well.

This visa can generally be granted and allow you for a stay of 3, 6, or 12 months, depending on your circumstances. When applying for a visitor visa, you would need to prove that you are a genuine visitor. You need to provide your evidence of sufficient funds and incentives to return home, such as employment, study, asset, etc.

Visitor Visa Subclass 600 Eligibility:

  • You must show that you are a genuine visitor.
  • You must have enough funds for your stay.
  • You must meet the character and health requirements.

Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Streams:

Click the toggle button below to learn about the criteria to apply throughout available 600 Visa streams.

You can use this stream for tourism purposes, visit family, for a cruise or for purposes other than business or medical treatment. You can only stay temporarily using this visa and you can’t work in Australia while you are holding this visa.

1. Visa Requirements:

  • You must have sufficient funds.
  • You would need to meet the health and character requirement.
  • You must be a genuine visitor.
  • It is recommended to have travel insurance.

2. Visa Processing time:

Processing time is generally between 5-6 months.

3. Visa cost:

$145 for offshore application and $365 for onshore application.

4. What you can do with this visa:

  • You can visit your partner, family, or friends.
  • You can be in Australia as a tourist.
  • You can study for up to 3 months.

You can use this stream if your family members in Australia sponsor you to visit them. You can only stay temporarily using this visa and you can’t work in Australia while you are holding this visa.

1. Visa Requirements:

  • You must have sufficient funds
  • You would need to meet the health and character requirement.
  • You must be a genuine visitor.
  • You must have a sponsor who is an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

2. Visa Processing time:

Processing time is generally between 3-7 months. 

3. Visa cost:

$145 for each applicant.

4. What you can do with this visa:

  • You can visit your partner, family, or friends.
  • You can be in Australia as a tourist.
  • You can study for up to 3 months.

You can use this stream for business matters. With this visa, you can make some general business or employment enquiries. You can also use this stream to attend a conference or trade fair. You can only stay temporarily using this visa and you can’t work in Australia while you are holding this visa.

1. Visa Requirements:

  • You must have sufficient funds.
  • You would need to meet the health and character requirement.
  • You must be a genuine visitor.
  • You must show evidence of business activities that you would like to do in Australia.

2. Visa Processing Time:

Processing time is generally between 8 – 10 days.

3. Visa Cost:

$145 for each applicant.

4. What you can do with this visa:

  • You can do some general business or employment matters.
  • You can take part in or attend a conference, seminar or trade fair.
  • You can conduct activities as a part of a government visit. 

Frequently Asked Questions

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Mrs. Indah Answers

ONEderland Consulting managing director and also registered migration agent with MARN 0961 448 is here to answer your questions!

  1. How much money do I need to provide as proof of sufficient funds for my visitor visa application?
    • This is usually around AUD $5,000 for each applicant for your initial stay, plus the fare to where you are going after leaving Australia. The more you provide, the better it is.
  2. Do I need to provide a statement letter as supporting documents?
    • Yes, you can provide a statement letter, stating your intention to visit Australia is temporary. If you have a sponsor, your sponsor can provide an invitation letter as well.
  3. I have a sponsor to support my visa. Do I still need to provide financial documents?
    • If your sponsor has enough funds to support you, you can still provide your financial documents as supporting documents.
  4. Can I extend my visitor visa?
    • Generally, you can extend your visitor visa due to some reasons. You may extend for another 3 or 6 months, depending on your circumstances.
  5. What does the incentive to return home mean?
    • The incentive to return home is any evidence to show that you intend to stay temporary in Australia and have reasons to return home. This can be evidence of your employment, proof of your study, proof of your assets, family members, etc.
  6. If my visa is granted and I am already in Australia, can I apply for another visa while I am onshore?
    • If your visitor visa doesn’t have a restriction (no further stay condition), then yes, you can apply for another visa onshore. However, you would still need to make sure that you meet the eligibility of the visa.
  7. I have gotten my visa granted for 12 months. Can I stay straight for 12 months?
    • It would depend on the stay for or stay until period, as well as the conditions as stated on your visa grant.
  8. I want to go with my child and my parents. Can I include them in my application?
    • No. One application is for one applicant. Therefore, your child and your parents would need to apply for separate applications.

600 VISA

Three Steps Process

01

Prepare your documents

The first thing you need to do before applying for a visitor visa subclass 600 is to check all the requirements. You need to make sure you provide all the evidence to show that you are a genuine visitor.

02

Apply for the visa

Once you have gathered all the required documents, you can start the application. You can lodge the visa application online through the IMMI account and provide all the documents and accurate information.

03

Get your visa outcome

The Department will give you the decision of the visa. If the Department grants you the visa, then you can come to Australia. If not, you can reapply or if eligible, apply for a review of the decision with the AAT, depending on your circumstances.

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    600 VISA

    Visitor Visa Subclass 600

    Visitor Visa Subclass 600 Brief Overview

    Visitor visa subclass 600 is a visa that can be used for travelling to Australia. This visa will let you explore Australia for tourism purposes. Besides tourism purposes, you can use this visa to visit your partner, family, or relatives. If you have business matters, this visa suits you as well.

    This visa can generally be granted and allow you for a stay of 3, 6, or 12 months, depending on your circumstances. When applying for a visitor visa, you would need to prove that you are a genuine visitor. You need to provide your evidence of sufficient funds and incentives to return home, such as employment, study, asset, etc.

    Photo Bu Indah

    WRITTEN BY
    INDAH MELINDASARI, B.Com
    MARN 0961 448 | UPDATED MAY 2019

    SHARE THIS INFORMATION

    Visitor Visa Subclass 600 Eligibility:

    • You must show that you are a genuine visitor.
    • You must have enough funds for your stay.
    • You must meet the character and health requirements.

    Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Streams:

    Click the toggle button below to learn about the criteria to apply throughout available 600 Visa streams.

    Tourist Stream

    You can use this stream for tourism purposes, visit family, for a cruise or for purposes other than business or medical treatment. You can only stay temporarily using this visa and you can’t work in Australia while you are holding this visa.

    Visa Requirements:

    • You must have sufficient funds.
    • You would need to meet the health and character requirement.
    • You must be a genuine visitor.
    • It is recommended to have travel insurance.

    Visa Processing time:

    Processing time is generally between 5-6 months.

    Visa cost:

    $145 for offshore application and $365 for onshore application.

    What you can do with this visa:

    • You can visit your partner, family, or friends.
    • You can be in Australia as a tourist.
    • You can study for up to 3 months.

    You can use this stream if your family members in Australia sponsor you to visit them. You can only stay temporarily using this visa and you can’t work in Australia while you are holding this visa.

    Visa Requirements:

    • You must have sufficient funds
    • You would need to meet the health and character requirement.
    • You must be a genuine visitor.
    • You must have a sponsor who is an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

    Visa Processing time:

    Processing time is generally between 3-7 months.

    Visa cost:

    $145 for each applicant.

    What you can do with this visa:

    • You can visit your partner, family, or friends.
    • You can be in Australia as a tourist.
    • You can study for up to 3 months.

    You can use this stream for business matters. With this visa, you can make some general business or employment enquiries. You can also use this stream to attend a conference or trade fair. You can only stay temporarily using this visa and you can’t work in Australia while you are holding this visa.

    Visa Requirements:

    • You must have sufficient funds.
    • You would need to meet the health and character requirement.
    • You must be a genuine visitor.
    • You must show evidence of business activities that you would like to do in Australia.

    Visa Processing time:

    Processing time is generally between 8 – 10 days.

    Visa cost:

    $145 for each applicant.

    What you can do with this visa:

    • You can do some general business or employment matters.
    • You can take part in or attend a conference, seminar or trade fair.
    • You can conduct activities as a part of a government visit.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Photo Bu Indah

    Mrs. Indah Answers

    ONEderland Consulting managing director and also registered migration agent with MARN 0961 448 is here to answer your questions!

    1. How much money do I need to provide as proof of sufficient funds for my visitor visa application?
      • This is usually around AUD $5,000 for each applicant for your initial stay, plus the fare to where you are going after leaving Australia. The more you provide, the better it is.
    2. Do I need to provide a statement letter as supporting documents?
      • Yes, you can provide a statement letter, stating your intention to visit Australia is temporary. If you have a sponsor, your sponsor can provide an invitation letter as well.
    3. I have a sponsor to support my visa. Do I still need to provide financial documents?
      • If your sponsor has enough funds to support you, you can still provide your financial documents as supporting documents.
    4. Can I extend my visitor visa?
      • Generally, you can extend your visitor visa due to some reasons. You may extend for another 3 or 6 months, depending on your circumstances.
    5. What does the incentive to return home mean?
      • The incentive to return home is any evidence to show that you intend to stay temporary in Australia and have reasons to return home. This can be evidence of your employment, proof of your study, proof of your assets, family members, etc.
    6. If my visa is granted and I am already in Australia, can I apply for another visa while I am onshore?
      • If your visitor visa doesn’t have a restriction (no further stay condition), then yes, you can apply for another visa onshore. However, you would still need to make sure that you meet the eligibility of the visa.
    7. I have gotten my visa granted for 12 months. Can I stay straight for 12 months?
      • It would depend on the stay for or stay until period, as well as the conditions as stated on your visa grant.
    8. I want to go with my child and my parents. Can I include them in my application?
      • No. One application is for one applicant. Therefore, your child and your parents would need to apply for separate applications.

    600 VISA

    Three Steps Process

    01

    Prepare your documents

    The first thing you need to do before applying for a visitor visa subclass 600 is to check all the requirements. You need to make sure you provide all the evidence to show that you are a genuine visitor.

    02

    Apply for the visa

    Once you have gathered all the required documents, you can start the application. You can lodge the visa application online through the IMMI account and provide all the documents and accurate information.

    03

    Get your visa outcome

    The Department will give you the decision of the visa. If the Department grants you the visa, then you can come to Australia. If not, you can reapply or if eligible, apply for a review of the decision with the AAT, depending on your circumstances.

    Quick Links

    GET STARTED

    Let Us Help You With Your 600 Visa Application

    We’ve compiled some useful guide for you who wants to obtain Australian tourist visa in the most efficient way as possible.

    Never take unnecessary risk. Let ONE derland Consulting, the best Visitor Visa expert in Perth handle your case.

    Contact us through the form below to take the first step of your journey to Australia.

      Your Name

      E-mail Address

      Phone Number

      Your Message