Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) - Tourist Stream
Complete guide to Australia's Visitor Visa (600) Tourist stream. Requirements, application process, costs, processing times and tips for tourism and family visits.
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The Tourist stream is the most popular pathway for visitors wanting to explore Australia, visit friends and family, or enjoy a holiday.
Stream Highlights
This stream offers flexibility for tourism, family visits, and short-term recreational activities with stay periods ranging from 3 to 12 months.
Who Should Apply
- Tourists exploring Australia’s attractions
- Family and friends visiting Australian residents
- Short-term visitors for recreation
- Cruise passengers extending their stay
- Medical visitors seeking treatment (with evidence)
Key Benefits
- Most straightforward visitor visa option
- Single or multiple entry available
- Study up to 3 months permitted
- Can include family visits with tourism
- Relatively fast processing times
Core Requirements
Essential Criteria:
- Genuine Visitor: Must intend to visit temporarily
- Financial Capacity: Sufficient funds for entire stay
- Health Requirements: May need medical examination
- Character Requirements: Clean criminal record
- No Outstanding Debts: To Australian Government
Financial Requirements
Demonstrate access to:
- $5,000 AUD minimum for short stays
- $1,000-2,000 AUD per month of stay
- Return/onward travel tickets
- Accommodation costs covered
What You Can Do
✓ Tourism and sightseeing
✓ Visit friends and relatives
✓ Cruise Australian waters
✓ Study up to 3 months
✓ Attend events and festivals
✓ Multiple entries (if granted)
What You Cannot Do
✗ Work (paid or unpaid)
✗ Study over 3 months
✗ Access Medicare
✗ Bring family on same application
Check Eligibility
Ensure you meet health, character, and genuine visitor requirements
Self-assessmentGather Documents
Collect passport, bank statements, travel itinerary, and invitation letters
1-2 daysCreate ImmiAccount
Register online account for visa application submission
15 minutesSubmit Application
Complete online form and upload all required documents
1-2 hoursBiometrics & Health
Provide biometrics if requested and complete health exam if required
1-7 days if requiredVisa Decision
Receive decision notification via ImmiAccount
20-33 daysRequired Documents Checklist
Interactive checklist of required documents for your 600 application. Print or save as PDF from the checklist page.
This checklist includes all mandatory documents organized by category:
Government Application Fees
Approved Destination Stream
Approved destination status visa
Business Stream
Business visitor visa
Frequent Traveller Stream
Frequent traveller visa
Sponsored Family Stream
Family sponsored stream
Tourist Stream
Standard visitor visa
Other Mandatory Costs
Only if risk factors or length of stay trigger a health check
Based on country or health criteria
If requested, generally included without extra fee
These costs are required but vary based on individual circumstances.
Optional Professional Services
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48 hour processing
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Temporary VisaTips for Success
Strong Applications Include:
- Clear travel purpose with detailed itinerary
- Strong home ties (job, property, family)
- Previous travel history showing compliance
- Adequate funds well above minimum
- Genuine documentation - no false statements
Common Refusal Reasons
- Insufficient funds shown
- Weak ties to home country
- Previous visa violations
- Incomplete applications
- Suspected work intentions
Application Best Practices
- Apply 4-6 weeks before travel for best results
- Demonstrate strong ties to home country
- Include detailed travel itinerary
- Show genuine tourist activities planned
- Provide comprehensive financial evidence
- Be honest about visit purpose
- Don’t mention any work intentions
After Visa Grant
Before Travel:
- Check visa grant letter carefully
- Note stay period and conditions
- Arrange health insurance
- Book accommodation
- Plan activities
In Australia:
- Enter before “must enter by” date
- Don’t overstay granted period
- Comply with all conditions
- Keep records of compliance
- Depart on time
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