The visitor visa is available under several streams and will allow you to visit Australia for 3, 6 or 12 months depending on the request, stream and circumstances. Some visas will also be granted with multiple entry facilities meaning, for example, you can travel to Australia multiple times within a 12 month period with each stay not exceeding 3 months.
The visitor visa is available under several streams and will allow you to visit Australia for 3, 6 or 12 months depending on the request, stream and circumstances. Some visas will also be granted with multiple entry facilities meaning, for example, you can travel to Australia multiple times within a 12 month period with each stay not exceeding 3 months.
Each stream carries slightly different visa conditions and requirements. Therefore, it is always best to consult with a professional before you apply to ensure you pick the correct stream. For all streams, you will be required to demonstrate that you are a genuine temporary entrant (GTE). GTE means that you genuinely intend to remain in Australia temporarily only and that you have plans to and have a genuine intention to return to your home country. People that may have difficulty meeting this requirement include:
The Australia Visit Visa Processing time ranges from 2 to 4 weeks. It also depends on the proper documents submitted by the applicant.
Visa Type |
Processing Time
|
Tourist visitor |
2 to 4 weeks
|
Business visitor |
2 to 4 weeks
|
Sponsored family visitor |
2 to 4 weeks |
Type of visa |
Duration |
Pricing
|
Standard Single Entry Visa |
3 months |
AUD 145 |
Multiple Entry Visa |
3 months |
AUD 365 |
Multiple Entry Visa |
6 months |
AUD 555 |
Multiple Entry Visa |
12 months |
AUD 1,065 |