Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)
Approved Destination Status Stream
For citizens of the People's Republic of China (excluding SARs) visiting Australia as part of an organised tour arranged by an approved travel agent.
About the Approved Destination Status Stream
The Approved Destination Status (ADS) stream of the Visitor visa (subclass 600) is for citizens from certain areas of China visiting Australia on a tour organised by an approved travel agent. The approved travel agent applies for the visa on your behalf, and you must remain with the organised tour group during your visit.
With this visa you can
- Visit Australia as part of an organised tour group
- Stay for the period, or until the date, specified in your grant letter
You must
- Be a citizen of the People's Republic of China (excluding SARs)
- Intend to travel to Australia as part of a tour organised by an approved travel agent
- Ask an approved travel agent to apply for this visa on your behalf
- Remain with the organised tour group
How Outlook Immigration Can Help
Our MARA registered migration agent reviews your situation, confirms this is the right stream for your visit and helps you prepare clear evidence that you are a genuine visitor with the means to support your stay. We lodge a complete application and keep you updated until a decision is made.
Visa information is based on the Department of Home Affairs website (last updated September 2026). Fees, conditions and processing times can change, so always confirm current details using the Visa Pricing Estimator or ask our team. This page is general information, not migration advice for your circumstances.
Other Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Streams
Visitor Visa 600: Approved Destination Status Stream: Full Details
Everything about this visa, from eligibility to what happens after grant.
About this visa
Key facts from Home Affairs, in plain English.
- Travel to Australia on an organised tour from the People's Republic of China
For the period, or until the date, on your grant letter.
AUD250.
Eligibility
What you need to meet.
You must only intend to stay temporarily in Australia and do the things this visa allows.
You must meet the health and character requirements, and have repaid (or arranged to repay) any debts to the Australian Government. Permanent and provisional visa applicants, and family members applying with them, must have health examinations with an approved panel physician. Temporary visa applicants might need them, depending on the visa and their circumstances. For the character requirement, Home Affairs may ask for police certificates and Form 80.
Step by step
How to apply.
Get expert advice first
Book a consultation with Outlook Immigration. Our registered migration agent will assess your eligibility, confirm this is the right visa for you and explain your options before you apply.
Gather your documents
Passport, evidence of funds and the purpose of your visit. We will tell you exactly what you need.
Apply
Contact a registered Approved Destination Status (ADS) travel agent, who applies for you.
After you apply
Respond to any requests for more information. Do not make travel plans until your visa is granted. Home Affairs may also ask for health examinations, police certificates or biometrics (fingerprints and a facial image).
Visa outcome
You will be told the decision in writing. If granted, your letter shows your grant number, visa conditions and how long you can stay.
When you have this visa
Your conditions on this visa.
You must meet all your visa conditions and obey Australian laws. Your conditions are in your grant letter and in VEVO.
You cannot work for an Australian business or organisation on this visa.
You must stay with your tour group while in Australia.
Let Home Affairs know about changes such as a new passport, address or relationship status.
Approved Destination Status Stream FAQs
Straight answers to the questions we hear most.
Still have questions?
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Citizens of the People's Republic of China (excluding SARs) travelling to Australia as part of a tour organised by an approved travel agent.
No. An approved travel agent applies for this visa on your behalf.
AUD250.
No. You must remain with the organised tour group.
For the period, or until the date, specified in your grant letter.
Processing times vary by application. Home Affairs publishes indicative times, based on recently decided applications, in its visa processing time guide tool. It is a guide only, and a complete, well-prepared application helps avoid delays.
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