Visitor Visa Subclass 600

Subclass 600 is Australia's visitor visa for tourists, business visitors, and family visitors. It allows temporary stays for various purposes without permission to work.

Four streams exist: Tourist (for holiday/recreation), Business Visitor (for business activities), Sponsored Family (visiting relatives), and Approved Destination Status (Chinese tour groups).

Validity varies from 3 months to 12 months depending on the stream and individual circumstances. Some applicants may receive multiple entry visas.

You can study for up to 3 months on a visitor visa. For longer study periods, you need a student visa (Subclass 500).

Condition 8503 (no further stay) means you cannot apply for most other visas while in Australia. It has been applied to some visitor visas based on assessment. On 17 September 2026 the Minister announced that new visitor visas will generally carry this condition, protection claims aside. No start date had been published at 6 November 2026, so check the current rules before you travel if you plan to apply for a partner or other visa onshore.

The Sponsored Family stream requires an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen to sponsor you. Other streams don't require sponsorship.

Bank statements showing sufficient funds for your trip, evidence of employment/business in home country, and proof of accommodation arrangements in Australia.

Each person needs their own visa application. Family members can apply together, but each requires individual assessment and fees.

Demonstrate strong ties to home country (employment, property, family), clear travel purpose, and genuine intent to leave Australia before visa expiry.

If refused, you'll receive a decision letter explaining the reasons. You may have appeal rights depending on circumstances. Address the refusal reasons before reapplying.