00:01Planning to visit Australia for a holiday or meet your family and friends?
00:05Before you apply, make sure you understand the Australian Visitor Visa, subclass 600,
00:11including its requirements, documents, fees, and processing time.
00:16What is the subclass 600 visa?
00:18The Australian Visitor Visa, subclass 600, allows eligible travelers to visit Australia for tourism,
00:25family visits, or certain business activities.
00:27Depending on your visa conditions, you may stay for 3, 6, or 12 months.
00:33working in Australia is not permitted.
00:36Ensure your travel purpose meets the visa conditions.
00:39What documents do you need?
00:41To prepare your application, you may need a valid passport and relevant travel history,
00:46bank statements and proof of financial capacity, salary slips, employment proof, or business documents,
00:52evidence of your ties to India, such as family, employment, or property,
00:57a travel itinerary, and accommodation details,
01:00an invitation letter, and supporting documents if visiting relatives or friends.
01:05Your application should clearly explain why you're visiting Australia,
01:08how you'll fund your trip, and why you intend to return to India.
01:12Visa Fees and Processing Time
01:14Visa Fee, AUD 250 from 1 July 2026, for applications lodged outside Australia.
01:21Processing Time
01:22Median 14 days for Indian tourist visa applicants.
01:26Fees and processing times may change.
01:28Actual processing may take longer depending on individual circumstances and additional checks.
01:33Verify the latest details before applying.
01:36Common Mistakes to Avoid
01:37Avoid submitting incomplete documents, unexplained bank transactions,
01:42inconsistent information, or an unclear travel plan.
01:45Make sure your financial evidence supports your proposed trip
01:49and your documents present a consistent picture of your circumstances.
01:53Also, remember that a visitor visa is not a guarantee
01:56that you can switch to another visa after arriving in Australia.
01:59Planning your trip to Australia?
02:01A broad gateway can guide you through the visitor visa requirements
02:04and help you prepare your application documents.
