A traveller exploring Australia

Tourist
Stream

Visitor Visa · Perth, WA
Subclass 600 · MARN 2418576

The right way to explore Australia and visit the people you love

The Tourist stream is a Subclass 600 visa designed for people who want to explore Australia for tourism and holidays, or to visit family and friends. You can enjoy tourist activities such as visiting national parks, exploring cities and attending social events. Let us manage your application from start to finish, so you can focus on your journey.

A stay of generally up to 12 months, depending on your circumstances.
Sightseeing, national parks and social events.
Multiple entries possible, subject to your visa conditions.
WE MANAGE THE PROCESS

We handle your application end to end

From the eligibility assessment to document preparation, and from lodging through ImmiAccount to correspondence with the Department of Home Affairs, we manage the entire process under the supervision of a Registered Migration Agent (MARN 2418576). The information you share is treated in confidence and used only for your application.

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Thank you, we have received your enquiry.

A Registered Migration Agent will review your enquiry and respond within one business day. If your matter is urgent, please call us on +61 8 6555 7037.

Let's start your tourist visa

Share your details and travel plans with us; we will assess your eligibility and outline your pathway. This enquiry does not create any obligation for you.

Your information is used only to respond to this enquiry. Immigration assistance is provided by a Registered Migration Agent (MARN 2418576). Submitting this form does not create a client relationship and does not guarantee any visa outcome.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

What you can do on the Tourist stream

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Explore Australia's national parks, natural areas and cities.

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Visit family and friends and attend social events.

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Take part in some short, non-work recreational or hobby activities.

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Enter and leave Australia during the visa period, subject to your conditions.

These activities are general in nature; the permitted scope is set by your visa conditions and verified against current sources.

STAY AND CONDITIONS

Conditions to keep in mind

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A stay of generally up to 12 months may apply; the exact period is set by the Department when the visa is granted.

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The Tourist stream does not grant work rights and does not include paid work.

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You must meet the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement, showing your visit is genuinely temporary.

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As healthcare can be expensive, holding adequate health insurance for your stay is recommended.

Some visitor visas may carry a condition such as 'No Further Stay' (8503). The conditions that apply depend on your circumstances and the Department of Home Affairs decision.

How the Tourist stream application works
Eligibility and plan
We assess your purpose of travel and circumstances, and confirm whether the Tourist stream suits you.
Documents and GTE
We prepare your financial, travel-plan and, where relevant, invitation documents so the genuine, temporary nature of your visit is clearly shown.
Lodging the application
We lodge your application through ImmiAccount on your behalf, ensuring every detail is accurate and complete.
Decision and conditions
The Department of Home Affairs assesses your application; after the decision, we brief you on your visa conditions.

Frequently asked questions

GENERAL What is the Tourist stream?
It is the stream of the Subclass 600 Visitor visa designed for tourism, sightseeing and visiting family and friends. It covers holidays, travel and social visits.
CONDITIONS How long can I stay?
The period of stay depends on your circumstances and is generally up to 12 months. The exact period is set by the Department of Home Affairs when the visa is granted.
CONDITIONS Can I work on a tourist visa?
No. The Tourist stream does not grant work rights. You can take part in tourist and social activities, but you cannot undertake paid work.
GTE What is the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement?
It is a core requirement to show that you intend to visit Australia only temporarily and will return home when your visa ends. It is one of the most decisive elements of the application.
GENERAL Do I need a sponsor for the Tourist stream?
No. The Tourist stream does not require a sponsor. Visiting under a family member's formal sponsorship is a separate option through the Sponsored Family stream.
GENERAL Do you guarantee my visa will be approved?
No one can lawfully guarantee a visa outcome, and neither do we. What we do is assess your eligibility, prepare a strong and compliant application, and give you a clear view of your prospects before you proceed.

Australian Migration Co is a private migration advisory firm. Immigration assistance is provided by a Registered Migration Agent (MARN 2418576) registered with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA). Australian Migration Co is not a government body and is not part of, or operated by, the Australian Government or the Department of Home Affairs. Visa applications can also be lodged directly with the Australian Government at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au, and some are free of charge; our services are provided for a fee. The information on this page is general in nature, does not constitute immigration advice and does not guarantee any visa outcome. Visa conditions, periods of stay, fees and processing times change over time and are verified against current sources before proceeding.