Other Australian visas

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Other visa categories for Australia

The Australian immigration system offers a number of visas for different purposes, in addition to the usual categories of work, skilled migration, tourism, study and family reunification.

Other Australian visa categories are intended for people participating in cultural and sporting events, undertaking occupational training, gaining work experience after study, taking part in international programmes or resolving their immigration status in Australia.

At Australian Migration Office (AMO), we provide professional advice and assistance with assessing eligibility, choosing the appropriate visa category, and preparing and lodging applications for a range of Australian visas.

Other Australian visa options

Depending on the purpose of your trip, professional activities and personal circumstances, one of the following visas may be available to you.

Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408)

This visa is for people who wish to stay in Australia temporarily for the purpose of participating in certain professional, cultural, sporting, religious or other approved activities.

Depending on the category, a visa may be appropriate for:

  • Participants in cultural and folklore events.
  • Artists and performers.
  • Athletes, coaches and sports professionals.
  • Religious workers and persons performing religious activities.
  • Participants in approved research and other temporary programs.

Conditions, permitted activities and duration of stay depend on the specific visa category. Certain activities may require an invitation, sponsorship or other appropriate documentation from an Australian organisation.

Temporary graduate visa (subclass 485)

This visa is intended for certain international students who have successfully completed an appropriate educational program in Australia.

It allows qualified graduates to temporarily continue to live, work and study in Australia.

Major categories include:

  • Post-Vocational Education Work – for eligible graduates with vocational qualifications.
  • Post-Higher Education Work – for graduates with appropriate higher education qualifications.

Conditions depend on the type of qualification completed, age, previous visa status, English language proficiency and other legal criteria.

Resident Return visas (subclasses 155 and 157)

These visas are intended for persons who have or previously had permanent residence in Australia and need to renew their right to travel and re-enter Australia as permanent residents.

Permanent residence and the right to re-enter Australia are not always the same.

The duration of the travel facility granted depends on your previous residence in Australia and whether you meet the relevant legal requirements.

Depending on your circumstances, a five year or shorter travel facility may be granted.

Bridging Visas

Bridging Visas – subclasses 010, 020, 030 and others

Bridging visas allow certain people to remain lawfully in Australia while another visa application is assessed or their immigration status is resolved.

There are several categories, including:

  • Bridging Visa A (010) – for certain persons awaiting a decision on a submitted visa application.
  • Bridging Visa B (020) – for eligible bridging visa holders who need to travel outside Australia temporarily and return.
  • Bridging Visa C (030) – for certain persons who have submitted an application for another visa and meet special conditions.

Work, travel and stay rights depend on the specific bridging visa and its conditions.

Other immigration proceedings and special cases

In addition to the visas listed, the Australian Migration Office can provide professional advice and assistance on any type of Australian visa, depending on the nature and complexity of the case.

This may include:

  • Assessing your options after an Australian visa refusal.
  • Considering the consequences of visa cancellation.
  • Advice on the conditions and limitations of existing visas.
  • Preparation of responses to requests for additional information.
  • Assessing your right to administrative review of an immigration decision.
  • Advice on changing visa status or planning a new application.

How can the Australian Migration Office help you?

Our registered Australian migration agent provides professional advice and assistance in the preparation and submission of various categories of Australian visas.

Our services may include:

  • A professional assessment of your visa options.
  • Determination of the most appropriate visa category.
  • Advice on legal requirements and required documentation.
  • A personalised document checklist.
  • Review of your information and evidence.
  • Preparation and lodgement of your application.
  • Communication with Australian immigration authorities.
  • Professional support during the visa procedure.

We understand that every immigration case is different and that certain situations require special attention and an individual strategy.

We therefore approach each matter with professional judgement, careful preparation and compliance with applicable Australian immigration legislation.

Not sure which Australian visa you need?

If your situation does not fall into the usual visa categories or you have a specific reason for traveling, staying or moving to Australia, our team can help you consider the options available.

Contact us and schedule a professional consultation to find out which visa category best suits your circumstances.

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