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AUSTRALIA VISITOR VISA
The world's smallest continent and sixth-largest nation are both together referred to as "the commonwealth of Australia". Every visitor will have a great time in the nation because to its renowned animals, lush rain forests, national parks, picturesque beaches, and deserts.
Are you considering taking a holiday there? Here is all the information you need to be aware of regarding the Australian tourist visa.
Do you have vacation plans in Australia ? Here's everything you should know about the Australian tourist visa.
For travel to Australia, do Indians require a Visa
Indian nationals who wish to visit Australia as tourists must apply for a visiting visa, also known as a Subclass 600, which enables them to stay in Australia for a limited amount of time.
What documentation is required for an Australian Tourist Visa
- Pages from the candidate's original passport that display their name, address, photo, issue date, and expiration date. A minimum of six months must have passed since the trip date for the passport to be valid.
- A properly completed application for a visiting visa (Form 1419). The form is accessible online under Departmental Forms.
- A photograph of the candidate in colour that was recently taken. A photo with dimensions of 35mm-40mm in width and 45mm-50mm in length is considered acceptable.
- Any other document that can demonstrate that the visitor has enough money to stay in the nation, such as the last three months worth of bank or credit card bills, tax returns, audited accounts, or tax returns.
- A cover letter and a thorough travel schedule summarizing information such the purpose of a visit, passport data, arrival date, departure date, as well as hotel details.
- Any document as confirmation that the visitor will return to India at the end of their trip.
- If the visitor is under 18, further documentation, such as the candidate's birth certificate, must be provided.
What is the Validity of an Australian Tourist Visa ?
The Australian tourist visa is valid for 12 months. Generally speaking, tourists from India are allowed to enter Australia more than once and remain there for three months each time.
How to Apply for a Tourist Visa to Australia ?
To apply for a tourist visa to Australia from India, follow these important steps :
- Step 1 : Make sure you have a current passport and pass any necessary health checks before beginning the visa application procedure.
- Step 2 : Compile all required documents.
- Step 3 : Fill out the application form and create an Immi account to request a visa. You can upload all the documents once your account has been setup.
- Step 4 : Pay the visa application fee. Once the application cost has been paid, your application will not be processed.
- Step 5 : You will receive a confirmation once the authority has received your visa application form and supporting papers. If requested, provide your biometrics or extra documentation.
- Step 6 : You will learn the status of your visa. Download the confirmation if you are given a tourist visa.
Australia's application Fee for Tourist Visas
There is a AUD 145 application fee for each applicant. Health examinations, police certificates, and biometrics may all incur additional fees. For a thorough and current list of all fees and costs that may be necessary, please refer to Fees & Charges for Australia Visit Visas.
How Long Does it Take to Receive an Australian Tourist Visa ?
An Australian tourist visa will take anything from 48 hours to 37 days to process. For information on the typical processing time for visa applications, see the table below :
| 25% of the applications |
Less than 24 hours |
| 50% of the applications |
Six days |
| 75% of the applications |
26 days |
| 90% of the applications |
37 days |
Australian Visitor Visa Extension
If a Visitor wants to stay longer in Australia, they can request for an extension of their subclass 600 visitor visa as long as their visa does not have a "NO further stay condition" attached to it.
Latest information on Indian tourist visas to Australia
According to the most recent information, beginning on February 21, 2022, all Indians who have had all required vaccinations are eligible to visit Australia without a visa. Individual travel exemptions are needed for those who are not immunised.
