Australia Visitor Visas
1. Types of Visitor Visas:
There are several types of visitor visas for Australia, including the Tourist Visa (subclass 600) and the Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) for eligible passport holders.
2. Purpose:
The Australia Visitor Visa is designed for individuals who wish to visit Australia for tourism, visiting family or friends, or other short-term purposes.
3. Eligibility:
Eligibility criteria may vary depending on the specific subclass of visitor visa. Generally, applicants must demonstrate genuine intentions to visit Australia temporarily, have sufficient funds to cover their stay, and have ties to their home country.
4. Application Process:
The application process depends on the type of visitor visa.
Tourist Visa (subclass 600) applications are typically submitted online, and eligible passport holders can apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) online.
5. Required Documents:
- Valid passport.
- Passport-sized photographs.
- Proof of financial capacity to cover the visit.
- Travel itinerary and details of the planned stay.
- Health insurance (some visa subclasses may require this).
- Additional documents based on the purpose of the visit.
6. Health and Character Requirements:
- Depending on the duration of the stay, health examinations may be required.
- Applicants must meet character requirements, which may include providing police certificates.
7. Electronic Travel Authority (ETA):
- An ETA is an electronically stored authorization for travel to Australia, available for passport holders from certain countries.
- It can be applied for online.
