Australia Visitor Visa

Australia Overview

Australia, officially known as the "Commonwealth of Australia", is the smallest continent in the world and the sixth largest country. The country's famous wildlife, lush rainforests, national parks, scenic beaches, and deserts offer every tourist an enjoyable experience.

Do you have holiday plans in Australia? Here's everything you need to know about the Australian tourist visa.

Do Indians need a visa to visit Australia? Individuals from India wishing to explore Australia as tourists must apply for a visitor visa, also known as subclass 600, which allows them to enter Australia for a shorter period.

Documentation Required to Apply for a USA Tourist Visa

• Sheets of the candidate's original passport with his or her details, photo, date of issue, and expiry date. The passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of travel.
• Duly completed visitor visa application form (1419). The form can be downloaded online from departmental forms.
• A recent color photograph of the candidate. The acceptable size for the photo would be 35mm to 40mm wide and 45mm to 50mm long.
• Bank statements, credit card statements, tax records, verified accounts, or any other document within the last three months that can prove the visitor has sufficient funds to remain in the country.
• Any document as proof that the visitor will return to India at the end of his journey.
• A cover letter and a detailed itinerary giving details such as the purpose of the visit, passport details, arrival date, departure date, and accommodation details.
• If the visitor is under 18, additional documents such as the candidate's birth certificate must be provided.

Steps to Apply for Australia Tourist Visa

Follow the steps below to apply for an Australia tourist visa:

Step 1: Before beginning the visa application process, make sure you have a valid passport and, if required, pass any health screenings.

Step 2: Gather all required documents.

Step 3: Apply for the visa by creating an Immi account and filling out the application form. Once the account is created, you can send any documents.

Step 4: Pay for the visa application.Your application will not be processed until you have paid the application fee.

Step 5: As soon as the authority has received the visa application form and the documents, you will receive a confirmation. Submit your biometrics or additional documents upon request.

Step 6: You will receive the result of your visa. If you are granted a tourist visa, please download a copy of the confirmation.

What is the validity of an Australian tourist visa?
The Australian tourist visa is valid for 12 months. In general, the Australian tourist visa allows Indian visitors to make multiple entries and stay in the country for 3 months on each visit.

Tourist Visa Application Fee for Australia
Every candidate will be charged an application fee worth AUD145. Additional costs for health exams, police certifications, and biometrics might also be charged. Please refer to fees & charges for Australia visit visas for a comprehensive and up-to-date list of applicable fees.