Visit Australia for Tourism, Family Visits or Short-Term Business

The Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) allows eligible applicants to travel to Australia temporarily for tourism, visiting family or friends, or short-term business activities.

Our Registered Migration Agents in Melbourne assist applicants with genuine visitor assessment, document preparation, and compliant visa lodgement, reducing refusal risk caused by unclear purpose or weak financial evidence.

This visa is temporary and strictly non-migratory.

What Is the Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)?

The Subclass 600 visa allows you to:

  • Visit Australia for tourism or holidays
  • Visit family or friends
  • Attend business meetings, conferences, or short training
  • Stay temporarily for approved purposes only
  • Travel in and out of Australia during the visa validity (if granted multiple entry)

Important: You cannot work or study long-term on this visa.

Streams Under the Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)

1) Tourist Stream

Suitable for:

  • Holidays and sightseeing
  • Visiting friends or relatives

Can be applied onshore or offshore.

2) Sponsored Family Stream

Suitable for:

  • Visiting close family members in Australia
  • Requires an Australian sponsor
  • May require a security bond

3) Business Visitor Stream

Suitable for:

  • Business meetings
  • Negotiations
  • Conferences or trade events

✖ Does not permit paid work.

Eligibility Requirements – Subclass 600

✔ Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE)

You must prove:

  • Clear temporary purpose
  • Intention to return home
  • No intention to work or overstay

✔ Financial Capacity

Evidence of funds to cover:

  • Travel costs
  • Accommodation
  • Living expenses

✔ Ties to Home Country

Strong evidence such as:

  • Employment or business ownership
  • Family responsibilities
  • Property or assets
  • Ongoing commitments

✔ Health & Character

Medical checks and police clearances if required.

How V CAN Migration Services Helps

Visitor visa success depends on presentation and honesty. Our structured approach includes:

  1. Purpose & Risk Assessment
  2. Correct Stream Selection
  3. Financial & Ties Evidence Review
  4. GTE Statement Drafting
  5. Visa Application Lodgement
  6. Refusal-Risk Mitigation Strategy

We don't manipulate facts. We present genuine cases properly.

Key Features of the Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)

Stay Duration

Usually 3, 6, or 12 months, depending on circumstances.

Travel Rights

Single or multiple entry, based on grant.

No Work Rights

Employment in Australia is not permitted.

Limited Study

Up to 3 months only.

Common Reasons Australia Visitor Are Refused

  • Weak evidence of labour shortage
  • Poor workforce planning documentation
  • Failure to show local recruitment efforts
  • Non-compliance history
  • Unrealistic concessions requested

Labour agreements are assessed on economic need and integrity, not convenience.

Why Choose V CAN Migration Services?

  • Registered Migration Agent-led labour agreement strategy
  • Experience with employer sponsorship & DAMA cases
  • Compliance-first, audit-ready approach
  • Honest advice on feasibility and risks

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Find answers to common questions about the Australia Visitor Visa (Subclass 600).

Anyone meeting the Australian Government's eligibility requirements.

Depending on your visa, you can stay up to 3, 6, or 12 months.

No, this visa does not allow you to work in Australia.

In some cases, you may apply for another visa while in Australia.

It is recommended to have adequate health insurance during your stay.