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AUSTRALIA

Required Documents For Visitor Visa (AUSTRALIA)

To apply for a visitor visa (subclass 600) to Australia, you need to provide a range of documents to support your application. Here’s a comprehensive checklist of typical documents required:

  1. Passport
    • Valid Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay in Australia. Include copies of any previous passports showing travel history.
  1. Visa Application Form
  1. Visa Application Fee
    • Payment Receipt: Proof of payment for the visa application fee.
  1. Photographs
    • Passport-sized Photographs: Recent color photographs meeting the Australian visa photo specifications.
  1. Proof of Travel Purpose
    • Letter of Invitation: If visiting friends or family, a letter of invitation from your host in Australia including their contact information, your relationship, and details of your stay.
    • Tourist Itinerary: A detailed itinerary of your planned activities in Australia, including accommodation details and places you plan to visit.
    • Business Purpose: If visiting for business purposes, documents such as invitation letters from Australian companies, conference or seminar registrations, etc.
  1. Financial Documents
    • Bank Statements: Statements for the last 3-6 months showing sufficient funds to cover your expenses in Australia.
    • Employment Letter: From your employer stating your position, salary, and the duration of your employment.
    • Income Tax Returns: Copies of your income tax returns (ITR) for the last 3 years.
  1. Evidence of Ties to Your Home Country
    • Employment Proof: Employment letter, business registration documents, or evidence of studies if you are a student.
    • Property Ownership: Documents showing ownership or rental of property in your home country.
    • Family Ties: Evidence of family ties such as marriage certificates, birth certificates of children, etc.
  1. Health Insurance
    • Health Insurance: Proof of health insurance coverage valid for the duration of your stay in Australia.
  1. Additional Documents
    • Travel History: Copies of visas and entry stamps from previous travels, especially to countries like the US, Canada, or Schengen countries.
    • Criminal Record Certificate: If required, provide a certificate from your country of residence proving you have no criminal record.

Process For Applying Visitor Visa (AUSTRALIA)

Step 1: Complete the Online Application Form

  • Fill out the online application form: Complete all sections accurately and truthfully.

Step 2: Pay the Visa Fee

  • Pay the visa application fee: Follow the payment instructions on the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs website.

Step 3: Gather Required Documents

  • Compile all necessary documents: Ensure you have all the documents listed above, neatly organized.

Step 4: Submit Your Application

  • Submit your application: Submit your application online through the designated portal or at a Visa Application Centre (VAC) if required.

Step 5: Attend Biometric Appointment (if required)

  • Attend your biometric appointment: Some applicants may need to provide biometric information at a designated collection point.

Step 6: Wait for Processing

  • Check processing times: Processing times vary depending on your location and other factors. Check the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs website for current processing times.

Step 7: Receive Visa Decision

  • Receive your visa grant notice: If your application is approved, you will receive a visa grant notice or a visa label in your passport.

Step 8: Travel to Australia

  • Make travel arrangements: Book your flight and ensure you carry your passport with the visa and other required documents.

Step 9: Entry into Australia

  • Present your documents to border officials: Show your visa and other required documents upon arrival in Australia.