List of Visas Offered by Australian Government
List of Visas Offered by Australian Government
Australia offers a wide range of visas to accommodate various purposes of travel and immigration. Here are some of the most common types of visas in Australia:
1. Visitor Visas:
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Visitor (Tourist) Visa (Subclass 600): For tourists and individuals visiting family and friends in Australia.
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Electronic Travel Authority (Subclass 601): Available to passport holders from specific countries and regions for tourism and business purposes.
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eVisitor (Subclass 651): Available to citizens of certain European countries for short visits.
2. Student Visa:
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Student Visa (Subclass 500): For international students enrolled in Australian courses.
3. Work Visas/Skilled Migration Visas:
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Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186): Employer sponsored visa for skilled workers with permanent stay.
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Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189): A point-tested visa for skilled workers (without any sponsor) with qualifications and experience in high-demand occupations.
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Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190): A point-tested visa for skilled workers sponsored by State or Territory.
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Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482): It allows skilled workers to work in Australia temporarily if nominated by an approved employer.
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Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485): For International students who have recently graduated with a degree from an Australian Institution.
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Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491): A points-tested visa for skilled workers nominated by a state or territory government or sponsored by an eligible family member living in a designated regional area.
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Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Visa (subclass 400): For short-term, highly specialized work assignments or activities.
4. Family Visas:
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Partner Visa (Subclasses 820/801): For spouses or de facto partners of Australian citizens or permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens. (Onshore Applicants)
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Partner Visa (Subclasses 309/100): For spouses or de facto partners of Australian citizens or permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens. (Offshore Applicants)
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Partner Visa (300): For fiancé(e)s to travel to Australia to marry an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
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Child Visa (Subclass 802): For dependent children of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. (Onshore Applicants)
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Child Visa (Subclass 101): For dependent children of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. (Offshore Applicants)
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Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 884): For agents parents of settled Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live temporarily in Australia.
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Parents Visa (Subclass 103): Allows parents of settled Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live permanently in Australia.
5. Humanitarian Visas:
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Refugee Visa (Subclass 200): For people outside Australia who are subject to persecution in their home country and need protection.
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Protection Visa (Subclass 866): For individuals in Australia seeking asylum or protection due to fear of persecution.
6. Business and Investment Visas:
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Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 188): For investors, entrepreneurs, and business owners interested in establishing or managing a business in Australia.
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Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) Visa (Subclass 888): For investors, entrepreneurs, and business owners interested in establishing or managing a business in Australia
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Investor Visa (Subclass 891): For individuals who have made a designated investment in Australia. (Onshore Applicants)
7. Working Holiday Visas:
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Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417): ): For young adults aged 18 to 30 or 35 (depending on the country) to work and travel in Australia.
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Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462): Similar to the Working Holiday Visa but available to citizens of specific countries.
8. Transit Visas:
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Transit Visa (Subclass 771): To stay in Australia for upto 72 hours in transition while going to another country.
9. Resident Return Visas:
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Resident Return Visa (Subclass 155/157): For Australian citizens or permanent residents whom travel validity expires after leaving Australia can return through this visa.
Each visa type has its own criteria, requirements, and subclasses. The purpose of the visit, such as tourism, business, work, studying, or visiting family, determines the type of visa required. The application process, timeline, and decision-making are handled by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Rejected visa applications can be appealed at the Australian Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and visa details can be checked through the VEVO system after approval.