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Tourist Stream (Apply Outside Australia)
Holidays, cruises and visiting family or friends, applying from outside Australia.
View stream detailsVisitor Visa (Subclass 600) Australia
Visit Australia for a holiday, to see family and friends or for business. The Visitor visa (subclass 600) has six streams, with stays of 3, 6 or 12 months and costs from AUD250. Find the right stream and let a MARA registered migration agent prepare a strong application.
StayUp to 12 months
Visa costFrom AUD250
Streams6 streams
Apply fromIn or outside Australia
Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Streams
Choose the stream that matches why you are visiting Australia and where you will apply from.
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Tourist Stream (Apply in Australia)
Stay longer as a visitor if you are already in Australia and your current visa is expiring.
View stream detailsStream03
Business Visitor Stream
Short business visits: meetings, negotiations, conferences and trade fairs.
View stream detailsStream04
Sponsored Family Stream
Parents and relatives visiting family, sponsored by an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
View stream detailsStream05
Approved Destination Status Stream
Citizens of the People's Republic of China visiting on a tour organised by an approved travel agent.
View stream detailsStream06
Frequent Traveller Stream
Long-term visitor visa for frequent travellers from eligible Asian countries.
View stream detailsVisitor Visa (Subclass 600) Cost, Stay & Streams Compared
Visa costs and stay periods for every subclass 600 stream, as published by Home Affairs.
| Stream | Who it's for | Stay | Visa cost | Where you apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Stream (Apply Outside Australia) | Holidays, cruises and visiting family or friends, applying from outside Australia. | Up to 12 months | From AUD250 | Outside Australia |
| Tourist Stream (Apply in Australia) | Stay longer as a visitor if you are already in Australia and your current visa is expiring. | Up to 12 months | From AUD630 | In Australia |
| Business Visitor Stream | Short business visits: meetings, negotiations, conferences and trade fairs. | Up to 3 months | AUD250 | Outside Australia |
| Sponsored Family Stream | Parents and relatives visiting family, sponsored by an Australian citizen or permanent resident. | Up to 12 months | AUD250 | Outside Australia |
| Approved Destination Status Stream | Citizens of the People's Republic of China visiting on a tour organised by an approved travel agent. | As specified in your grant letter | AUD250 | Through an approved travel agent |
| Frequent Traveller Stream | Long-term visitor visa for frequent travellers from eligible Asian countries. | Up to 10 years validity | AUD1,845 | Outside Australia |
Concessions apply in limited circumstances. From 1 July 2026, a lower visa cost applies to eligible Pacific Island and Timor-Leste citizens.
Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Eligibility
The basic requirements every applicant needs to meet, and the key things to know before you apply.
Basic eligibility
- Be a genuine visitor to Australia
- Have enough funds to support your stay and to leave Australia
- Meet the requirements of the stream you apply for
Good to know
- Visitor visas do not allow you to work in Australia
- Business visitor activities are only allowed in the Business Visitor and Frequent Traveller streams
- Sponsors in the Sponsored Family stream might be asked to pay a security bond
- Processing times vary, so check the Home Affairs guide tool
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.
How We Help With Your Visitor Visa
Clear advice and careful preparation, from choosing a stream to the final decision.
Choose the right stream
We compare the six streams against your purpose, passport and travel plans.
Genuine visitor evidence
We help you show your reasons for visiting, ties to home and funds for your stay.
Invitations & sponsorship
We prepare invitation letters and Sponsored Family stream documents.
Lodgement & follow-up
We lodge a complete application and handle requests from Home Affairs.
Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) FAQs
Straight answers to the questions we hear most.
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In the Tourist stream you apply without a sponsor, and family in Australia can support you with a letter of invitation. In the Sponsored Family stream an eligible Australian citizen or permanent resident sponsors you, takes on legal responsibilities and might be asked to pay a security bond.
It depends on the stream. The Tourist stream (apply outside Australia), Business Visitor, Sponsored Family and Approved Destination Status streams cost from AUD250. The Tourist stream (apply in Australia) costs from AUD630, and the Frequent Traveller stream costs AUD1,845. Concessions apply in limited circumstances.
Home Affairs publishes indicative processing times in its visa processing time guide tool, based on recently decided applications. Times vary by stream and case, so a complete, well-prepared application helps avoid delays.
Yes. Parents can apply in the Tourist stream with your letter of invitation, or you can sponsor them in the Sponsored Family stream if you are an eligible Australian citizen or permanent resident.
You may be able to apply for the Tourist stream (apply in Australia) before your current visa expires. Some visas have a 'No further stay' condition (8503) that prevents this, so check your conditions first.
No. You cannot work on a Visitor visa (subclass 600). The Business Visitor and Frequent Traveller streams allow business visitor activities, such as meetings and conferences, but not work.
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