Visitor Visa - Business Visitor Stream (subclass 600)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 9 to 20 days for 75-90% of applications
- Fee
- AUD $200
- Validity
- Up to 12 months
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For business visitors from countries not eligible for ETA/eVisitor. Covers business activities such as attending conferences, negotiations, and exploratory business visits. Cannot do paid work. A Priority Consideration Service is available for visitors from certain countries (India, UAE, China) at AUD $1,000 extra for 48-hour processing.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Open to all nationalities. Citizens of ETA/eVisitor eligible countries should apply for those visas instead.
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Purpose of visit
Must be travelling for legitimate business visitor activities such as conferences, negotiations, or business enquiries
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, company sponsorship letter; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds for business visit
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: Yes; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
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Cover letter
Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather business documents including invitation letters, conference registration, company letter
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Online application
Apply online through ImmiAccount
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Fee payment
Pay AUD $200 visa application charge
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Processing wait
Wait 9-20 days. Business Visitor Stream is typically faster than Tourist Stream