Tourist Visa

Tourist visas for Australia

Australia is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the world, known for its natural beauty, modern cities, beautiful beaches and unique culture.

Whether you are planning a holiday, sightseeing, visiting relatives and friends or attending a family event, entry to Australia requires the appropriate visa.

Visitor visas allow foreign nationals to stay temporarily in Australia for tourism and other permitted visitor activities.

At the Australian Migration Office (AMO) we provide professional advice and assistance in the selection, preparation and submission of tourist visa applications, in accordance with Australian immigration legislation.

Planning Your Trip

Early planning is an important part of preparing for a trip to Australia.

We recommend starting your visitor visa application approximately three months before the intended trip, especially if you are applying for a visa that requires more detailed documentation.

The time taken to process applications can vary significantly depending on the type of visa, individual circumstances and additional checks that may be required by the Australian Department of Home Affairs.

We recommend that you do not purchase non-refundable airline tickets or make other significant financial commitments before receiving a positive decision on your visa.

Tourist Visa Options

The Australian immigration system offers several categories of visas for people who wish to visit Australia temporarily.

The choice of the appropriate visa depends on your nationality, the type of passport, the purpose of the trip and the planned period of stay.

The most common categories are:

Visitor visa (subclass 600)

This visa is for people who wish to visit Australia for leisure, tourism, visiting family or friends and other permitted activities.

Depending on the circumstances, the visa may allow a stay of three, six or up to twelve months.

The visa may allow single or multiple entry, depending on the Australian immigration authorities’ assessment of the individual application.

Applicants must prove that they have a genuine intention to stay temporarily, sufficient funds for the trip and that they meet the other visa requirements.

Subclass 600 has several streams, including the Tourist stream (Tourist Stream) and the Sponsored Family stream (Sponsored Family Stream).

eVisitor (subclass 651)

This visa is for nationals of certain European countries who wish to visit Australia for tourism, visiting family or permitted short-term business activities.

The visa allows multiple visits to Australia during a twelve month period, with a stay of up to three months each time you enter.

Holders of passports from certain countries, including Greece, Bulgaria, Germany and other European countries, are eligible to apply.

Applications are lodged electronically and there is no government visa application charge.

Citizens of North Macedonia who only hold a Macedonian passport do not qualify for this category.

Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601)

This visa is intended for passport holders from certain countries who wish to visit Australia on a short-term basis for tourism or authorised business activities.

It usually allows multiple visits over twelve months, with stays of up to three months on each entry.

The application is submitted through the official Australian ETA mobile application, and the right to apply depends on the nationality and type of passport.

An application service charge applies when using the app.

Planning a trip to Australia?

Whether you want to visit Australia for holiday, spend time with your family or attend an important family event, our team can help you prepare your application.

What are the basic conditions for obtaining a tourist visa?

The conditions depend on the specific visa category, but when considering the application, the following are usually taken into account:

• The purpose of the trip – the reason you want to visit Australia.
• Financial circumstances – whether you have enough money for your travel and stay.
• Personal and family circumstances – Your ties to the country in which you live.
• Employment status – employment, own business, study or other professional obligations.
• Travel history – previous international travel and compliance with visa conditions.
• Health and character requirements – meeting the relevant Australian immigration criteria.

Applicants must have a genuine intention to visit temporarily and comply with the conditions of the approved visa.

Important: Tourist visas do not allow work in Australia. For employment, you need to have a suitable visa with the right to work.

How can the Australian Migration Office help you?

Our registered Australian migration agent can assist you with:

• Assessment of your chances of obtaining a tourist visa.
• Assessment of your visitor visa options.
• Preparation of an individual list of required documents.
• Review of financial, family and other relevant evidence.
• Professional preparation and lodgement of your application.
• Communication with Australian immigration authorities during the process.

Each application is considered individually, taking into account the applicant’s personal circumstances and the conditions of the relevant visa category.

Contact us and find out how we can help you organise your trip to Australia.