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Subclass 600

Visitor Visa — visit Australia with confidence.

For tourism, family visits and business activities. We prepare a clear, well-evidenced application that demonstrates genuine temporary intent.

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Overview

What the Subclass 600 covers

The Subclass 600 Visitor visa allows you to travel to Australia for a temporary stay — to holiday, see family, or take part in approved business visitor activities. Most grants allow a stay of up to 3, 6 or 12 months per entry, depending on your circumstances.

Decisions hinge on the Genuine Temporary Entrant principle: you must satisfy the department that you intend a genuine, temporary visit and will depart before your visa expires. A clear purpose, sound finances and ties to your home country are central.

At a Glance
PurposeTourism · Family · Business
Typical stay3, 6 or 12 months
Key testGenuine Temporary Entrant
Work rightsNot permitted
StudyUp to 3 months
Who Can Apply

Three common visitor purposes

Tourist Stream
Holidays, sightseeing, cruises and recreational travel across Australia.
Genuine tourism itinerary · Sufficient funds · Return intent
Family Visit
Visiting relatives or friends who are citizens or permanent residents.
Invitation letter · Relationship evidence · Host support (where relevant)
Business Visitor
Meetings, conferences, negotiations and exploratory business activities — not employment.
Conference / meeting evidence · Employer letter · No paid local work
Documentation

What you’ll typically need

A visitor application is only as strong as its evidence. We help you assemble a complete, consistent file that pre-empts the questions a case officer will ask.

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Valid passport with adequate validity
Evidence of sufficient funds (bank statements)
Employment or business standing in home country
Travel itinerary and accommodation details
Invitation letter for family or business visits
Ties to home country — property, family, employment
Travel history and previous visa compliance
Health insurance for the period of stay
Stronger Applications

Tips for a confident approval

Demonstrate genuine intent
A clear purpose and return plan reassure the case officer of temporary intent.
Show financial capacity
Evidence funds that comfortably cover travel, accommodation and daily costs.
Highlight home-country ties
Stable employment, family and assets show strong incentive to return.
Be consistent
Ensure dates, finances and purpose align across every document.
Common Refusal Reasons

What to avoid

Insufficient evidence of funds
Weak ties to the home country
Unclear or inconsistent travel purpose
Limited or adverse travel history
Incomplete or contradictory documentation
Doubts over genuine temporary intent
Frequently Asked

Visitor visa questions

How long can I stay on a Subclass 600?+
Most visitor visas allow a stay of 3, 6 or 12 months per entry, set by the case officer based on your circumstances and purpose. The grant notice specifies your permitted stay and whether single or multiple entries apply.
Can I work on a visitor visa?+
No. The Subclass 600 does not permit work in Australia. You may undertake limited study of up to three months and approved business visitor activities such as meetings or conferences — but not paid local employment.
What is the Genuine Temporary Entrant requirement?+
It is the principle that you genuinely intend to visit temporarily and will leave before your visa expires. Strong financial evidence, a clear purpose and solid ties to your home country all support a genuine temporary intent.
Does travel history matter?+
Yes. A record of complying with visa conditions on previous trips strengthens your application. If you have limited travel history, a well-evidenced, consistent application becomes even more important — which is where our guidance helps.
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Planning a visit to Australia?

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