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Australia visa

Australia runs a fully online system through ImmiAccount. There is no sticker — the visa is linked electronically to your passport and confirmed by a grant notice.

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Australia visa at a glance

Visa type

Electronic visa (no sticker)

Entry

Single or multiple entry

Validity

Up to 3 years for visitors

Stay

3, 6 or 12 months per entry

Biometrics

Sometimes requested

Visa types for Australia

Visitor visa (subclass 600)

Validity
Up to 3 years
Stay duration
3 to 12 months

Fully online application.

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Student visa (subclass 500)

Validity
Course duration
Stay duration
Course duration

CoE and OSHC required.

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Business visitor stream

Validity
Up to 3 years
Stay duration
Up to 3 months

For conferences and meetings.

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Documents

Documents required for a Australia visa

Select a category to see exactly what is expected, and how each document should look when you submit it.

Passport bio page

Colour scan, valid for at least 6 months from travel.

Digital photograph

Recent passport-style photo uploaded to ImmiAccount.

Form 1419 details

Visitor visa application information completed online.

Personal particulars

Form 80 may be requested for detailed history.

Photo specification

  • 35 x 45 mm, taken within the last 6 months
  • Plain white or light background, no shadows
  • Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed
  • No spectacles, headwear only for religious reasons

Eligibility requirements

  • Genuine temporary entrant intention
  • Adequate funds for the stay
  • Health and character requirements met
  • Health insurance for students (OSHC)

How to apply for a Australia visa

01

Stream selection

We match your trip to the correct subclass and stream.

02

Document preparation

Scans, statements and the supporting statement drafted properly.

03

ImmiAccount lodgement

Application created, filled and submitted online.

04

Health and biometrics

Handled if the department requests them.

05

Grant notice

We send you the grant letter and explain the conditions.

Important things to know

  • Health examinations may be requested depending on your stay length and history.
  • The grant notice, not a sticker, is your proof of visa — carry a copy while travelling.
  • Students must maintain OSHC cover for the full course duration.

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