There are a number of different Visitor Visa (600) pathways (also know as ‘streams’) however this factsheet will only cover the two main types; Tourist Stream; and Sponsored Family Stream. The purpose of a Visitor Visa is to allow people to travel to Australia for tourism or business purposes, or to visit family, on a temporary basis. The minimum requirements for the Tourist Stream and Sponsored Family Stream are set out below:
For people travelling to Australia for a holiday or to visit family or friends.
As the visa applicant, you must:
IMPORTANT: If you are in Australia when your application is lodged, you must be in Australia when your visa is granted. Conversely, if you are outside Australia when your application is lodged, you must be outside Australia when your visa is granted.
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