Visa Details

Australia

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1. Tourist Visa (Visitor Visa - Subclass 600)

• Purpose: For individuals visiting Australia for tourism, visiting family or friends, or for a short stay.
• Duration: Can be granted for up to 3, 6, or 12 months.
• Eligibility: Requires proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay and evidence of your intent to return to your home country.
• Multiple-entry: You can apply for a multiple-entry visa, which allows you to visit Australia multiple times during the visa’s validity period.

2. Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417 and 462)

• Purpose: For young travelers (typically aged 18-30 or 35 depending on the country) who want to work and travel in Australia for up to 12 months.
• Eligibility: You must be from a country that has an agreement with Australia and meet the age and other requirements.
• Extension: In some cases, you can extend your visa for a second or third year if you complete certain types of work in rural areas of Australia.

3. Student Visa (Subclass 500)

• Purpose: For individuals wishing to study in Australia at a recognized educational institution.
• Eligibility: You must have an acceptance letter from an Australian education provider and demonstrate that you have sufficient funds to cover your tuition fees, living expenses, and return travel.
• Work rights: You may be allowed to work part-time (up to 40 hours per fortnight) during the academic term.

4. Temporary Work Visa (Temporary Skill Shortage - Subclass 482)

• Purpose: For skilled workers who have a job offer from an Australian employer.
• Eligibility: The employer must be approved by the Australian government, and the position must be on Australia’s skilled occupation list.
• Duration: This visa is usually granted for 2 to 4 years, depending on the employer and occupation.
• Work Rights: You can work full-time for the sponsoring employer during the visa validity.

5. Skilled Migration Visa

• Purpose: For individuals with skills and qualifications that are needed in Australia’s labor market.
• Eligibility: You need to meet the points-based criteria, including age, education, work experience, and English proficiency. You also need to pass a skills assessment for your occupation.
• Visa Types:
  • Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189): No employer sponsorship required. You can live and work anywhere in Australia.
  • Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190): Requires nomination by a state or territory government.
  • Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491): For people intending to live and work in a designated regional area of Australia.
• Duration: Permanent residency (for certain subclasses) or temporary (for some provisional visas).