Visitor Visas: Experience Australia as a Tourist or Visitor

Australia welcomes millions of tourists and short-term visitors every year. Whether you’re planning a vacation or visiting family and friends, a visitor visa can allow you to explore the country’s unique landscapes and vibrant cities. Visitor visas allow individuals to visit Australia for tourism, business, or family visits for short periods, typically up to 12 months.

Key Features:

• Stay in Australia for up to 12 months.
• Engage in tourism, business activities, or family visits.
• Multiple entry options: You may be granted a visa that allows single entry or multiple entries.

Streams:

• Tourist Stream: For those visiting Australia for leisure or to visit family/friends.
• Business Visitor Stream: For short-term business trips (e.g., attending conferences or meetings).
• Sponsored Family Stream: For individuals who are sponsored by an Australian citizen or resident to visit family.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Show proof of sufficient funds to support your stay.
• Meet health and character requirements.
• Provide reasons for visiting Australia, such as travel plans, a letter from a business partner, or an invitation from family.

The ETA is an electronic visa available to citizens of certain countries, allowing short visits to Australia for tourism or business.

Key Features:

• Valid for 12 months.
• Multiple entries with a maximum stay of 3 months per visit.
• Available for citizens of specific countries (e.g., US, Canada, UK, Singapore).

Application Process:

• Can be applied online or through the Australian ETA app.
• You must be outside Australia when applying for an ETA.

Similar to the ETA, this visa allows short-term visits for citizens of European Union countries and a few other eligible nations.

Key Features:

• Valid for 12 months.
• Multiple entries, with a maximum stay of 3 months per visit.
• No visa application charge.