The Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) is a temporary visa that lets people travel to Australia for tourism, visiting family or friends, or short-term business purposes. Depending on your situation, the visa can be granted for 3, 6, or 12 months.
There are different types of subclass 600 visa which includes:
1.Tourist Visa
This type of visa is for people who want to visit Australia for a holiday, leisure, or to see family and friends. You can apply for it inside or outside Australia.
2.Business Visitor visa
This visa is for visitors coming to Australia for short-term business activities, like attending meetings, negotiations, or conferences.
3.Sponsored Family visa
If you have a family member in Australia who can sponsor your visit, you can apply under this visa. The sponsor must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
4.Approved Destination Status visa
This option is for citizens of specific regions in China who are visiting Australia as part of an organized tour group.
5.Frequent Traveller Stream
This visa is for Chinese citizens who travel frequently to Australia for business or personal reasons.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for a Subclass 600 visa, applicants must:
Intend to stay in Australia temporarily for real reasons.
Have enough money to support themselves during the stay.
Meet health and character standards.
Be inside or outside Australia when applying, depending on the visa stream.
If sponsored, the sponsor must meet the eligibility requirements set by the Australian Government.
Key Benefits of the Subclass 600 Visa
Visit Australia for tourism, family visits, or business meetings.
You can stay for up to 12 months, depending on approval.
In some cases, it allows multiple entries.
You can study for up to 3 months, but not as your main reason for visiting.
This visa is ideal for short-term stays that do not involve work.
Important Information
Work is not allowed under this visa.
Staying more than your visa limit can lead to penalties or affect future visa applications.
Approval for the visa may vary depending upon on your chosen stream and personal circumstances.