Australia Visas
Capital Canberra ยท Currency AUD ยท Department of Home Affairs
Australia uses a fully electronic, points-tested visa system. Visitors use an ETA, eVisitor or Visitor visa (subclass 600). Study (500), skilled work (482/186/189) and permanent skilled migration are managed through SkillSelect.
โ ETA / eVisitor available online for eligible passports.Australia visas at a glance
| Visa type | Fee | Processing | Stay / validity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ๐๏ธ Tourist / Visit Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) |
AUD 190 (Visitor 600) | Days to weeks | Up to 3, 6 or 12 months per entry | View โ |
| ๐ Student Student Visa (Subclass 500) |
AUD 1,600 | Weeks to a few months | Up to 5 years, matching your course | View โ |
| ๐ผ Work / Skilled Skilled & Employer-Sponsored Visas |
From AUD 3,000+ (stream-dependent) | Months (varies by stream) | Up to 4 years (482); permanent (186) | View โ |
| ๐ PR / Immigration Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) |
AUD 4,765 | Several months | Permanent (5-year travel facility) | View โ |
Visa types for Australia
Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)
Tourism or visiting family; many passports qualify for the cheaper ETA/eVisitor online.
- Processing: Days to weeks
- Stay: Up to 3, 6 or 12 months per entry
- Validity: Up to 12 months, often multiple entry
Student Visa (Subclass 500)
Full-time study at a CRICOS-registered institution, with post-study work rights.
- Processing: Weeks to a few months
- Validity: Up to 5 years, matching your course
Skilled & Employer-Sponsored Visas
Skills in Demand (482) employer sponsorship and Employer Nomination (186) permanent routes.
- Processing: Months (varies by stream)
- Validity: Up to 4 years (482); permanent (186)
Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
Points-tested permanent residence with no employer or state sponsorship required.
- Processing: Several months
- Validity: Permanent (5-year travel facility)
Embassies, consulates & visa centres
Australian High Commission
๐ New Delhi, India
1/50 G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021, India
Australia Visa Application Centre (VFS Global)
๐ Multiple cities, India
VFS Global Australia centres in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and more
Australia visa FAQs
What visa types does Australia offer?๏ผ
VisaViews covers 4 Australia visa types: Tourist / Visit, Student, Work / Skilled, PR / Immigration. Each has its own eligibility criteria, fees and processing times.
Does Australia have an eVisa or visa-free entry?๏ผ
ETA / eVisitor available online for eligible passports.
How much is a Australia tourist visa?๏ผ
The Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) costs AUD 190 (Visitor 600). Fees are indicative and can change โ always confirm on the official source.
How long does a Australia visa take to process?๏ผ
Processing time varies by visa type; the Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) typically takes Days to weeks.
Who handles Australia visas and immigration?๏ผ
Australia visas and immigration are administered by Department of Home Affairs. The official portal is https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au.