Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Visit Australia with Ease

Trusted Guidance from Maison Migration Services

The Visitor Visa (subclass 600) is designed for people who want to travel to Australia temporarily for tourism, business, or family visits. Whether you’re planning a short holiday, visiting loved ones, or attending meetings, this visa allows you to stay for up to 12 months — with multiple streams tailored to your purpose of visit.

At Maison Migration Services, we’re committed to making the process simple, fast, and stress-free. Our experienced team ensures your application meets all legal requirements, helping to avoid delays or rejections.

✅ Basic Eligibility

To apply for a Visitor Visa (Subclass 600), you must:

⦁ Be a genuine visitor intending to stay temporarily
⦁ Have sufficient funds to cover your stay and departure
⦁ Be in or outside Australia depending on the stream
⦁ Meet health and character requirements

👉 Be aware: Australian citizens cannot apply, and there are new rules limiting switching from visitor to student visas while in Australia.

🧭 Visitor Visa Streams

1.Tourist Stream (Apply Outside Australia)

⦁ Stay: Up to 12 months (typically 3, 6, or 12 months granted)
⦁ Cost: From AUD195.00
⦁ Apply from: Outside Australia
⦁ Purpose: Leisure, holidays, family visit, cruises
⦁ Must be outside Australia when applying and when a decision is made.

📌 Ideal for first-time tourists or short family visits.

2.Tourst Stream (Apply In Australia)

For those already in Australia who wish to extend their stay.

⦁ Stay: Up to 12 months
⦁ Cost: From AUD490.00
⦁ Apply from: Inside Australia
⦁ Purpose: Extended tourism or family visits
⦁ Great for those whose current visa is expiring and want to stay longer.

📌 Note: You must be in Australia when you apply and when the decision is made.

3.Business Visitor Stream

For short-term business activities such as attending meetings, conferences, or negotiations.

⦁ Stay: Up to 3 months
⦁ Cost: AUD195.00
⦁ Apply from: Outside Australia
⦁ Work is not permitted under this stream
⦁ You may be granted single or multiple entries depending on your circumstances

📌 Perfect for business professionals visiting Australia temporarily.

4.Sponsored Family Stream

For people who are sponsored by an Australian citizen or permanent resident to visit family.

⦁ Stay: Up to 12 months
⦁ Cost: From AUD195.00 (a security bond may be required)
⦁ Apply from: Outside Australia
⦁ Sponsor must be eligible family (e.g., parent, child, sibling)
⦁ Sponsorship includes a commitment to support you during your stay

📌 Great for reunions with loved ones, especially if you’re relying on support from family in Australia.

5.Approved Destination Status Stream

For citizens of specific regions in China travelling on organised tours.

⦁ Stay: For the period specified in the visa grant
⦁ Cost: AUD195.00
⦁ Apply from: Outside Australia
⦁ Must remain with the organised tour group throughout your stay

📌 Streamlined for Chinese citizens travelling through approved travel agents.

6.Frequent Traveller Stream

For regular visitors from selected Asia-Pacific countries.

⦁ Stay: Up to 10 years validity, with 3 months per visit
⦁ Cost: AUD1,435.00
⦁ Apply from: Outside Australia
⦁ For tourism and business visitor purposes
⦁ Available to citizens of China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, and others in the region

📌 Ideal for business travellers or family members who visit Australia regularly.

💰 Visa Fees Overview

Visa Stream	Application Fee (AUD)
Tourist (Outside Australia)	195.00
Tourist (In Australia)	490.00
Business Visitor	195.00
Sponsored Family	195.00 (bond may apply)
Approved Destination Status	195.00
Frequent Traveller	1,435.00

⏱️ Processing Times

Visa processing durations vary by stream and applicant volume. For the latest timelines, refer to the official Global Visa Processing Times.

🛡️ Why Choose Maison Migration Services?

At Maison Migration Services, we specialise in making Australian migration smooth and successful. Here’s how we help you:

✔ Expert guidance on choosing the right visa stream
✔ Preparation of strong, error-free applications
✔ Real-time updates and communication
✔ Assistance with extensions and complex cases
✔ Ongoing support from initial consultation to visa grant