Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Guide
Understanding the Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Australia
The Visitor Visa allows you to travel to Australia for tourism purposes, take a cruise, or visit family and friends.
Visitor Visa Overview
Visa Name → Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)
Common Name → 600 Visa Australia / Visitor Visa or Tourist Visa
Who Can Apply → Anyone interested in visiting family or friends, come as a tourist, for a cruise.
Stay Period → Up to 12 months
Work Rights → No working rights
Study Rights → No
Include Family → Yes
Pathway to PR → No
Apply Within → 1-3 months before travelling
Visitor Visa Eligibility Requirements
To apply for the Visa, applicants generally must:
Valid passport
Genuine intention to stay temporarily
Financial evidence
Meet health requirements
Meet character requirements
Pay your debts to the Australian Government (if applicable)
Eligibility requirements can vary depending on personal circumstances.
Documents Required for a Visitor Visa:
Common documents required for the application include:
Identity documents (Passport, national identity card)
Genuine visitor documents (financial evidence, invitation letter, plans in Australia, proof of return to your country
Character documents (police check certificate, military service record or discharge papers)
Translate all documents (non-English documents must be translated into English)
Scan or photograph all documents (English and non-English) in colour.
Providing complete and accurate documentation may help reduce delays in visa processing.
Visitor Visa Cost
The cost of a Visitor Visa application depends on the number of applicants included in the application.
Visa Cost: From AUD $250.00
How to Apply for a Visitor Visa?
The application process generally includes the following steps:
Consultation & Strategy
Sign Our Service Agreement
Complete and sign the Form 956
Document Collection
Review and Translation
Application Lodgement
Processing
Decision
Many applicants choose to seek guidance from a Registered Migration Agent to avoid common mistakes during the application process.
Visitor Visa Processing Time
Current processing times (guide only):
50% of applications are processed within 18 days
90% of applications are processed within 31 days
Processing times vary depending on application volumes and individual circumstances.
Processing may take time particularly during periods of high demand or if additional information is requested.
Incomplete applications or missing documents can lead to delays.
Applicants should refer to the latest processing information from the Department of Home Affairs Processing Times.
What are the main benefits of the Visitor Visa?
How can a Visitor Visas benefit you?
Visit family in friends
Be a tourist and visit Australia’s top attractions
Join a cruise
Book an appointment today to discuss your Visitor Visa application and take the next step towards visiting Australia
Why Apply Through a Registered Migration Agent?
We understand that applying for a Visa can be stressful.
Our Registered Migration Agent can help you with:
Understand eligibility requirements
Prepare supporting documents correctly
Avoid common application mistakes
Respond to government requests
Improve the quality of your application
Professional guidance may help simplify the process and reduce unnecessary delays.
Ready to apply for a Visitor Visa?
Turner-Rowe Migration helps you with your 600 Visa application.