Australia Visitor Visa Overview

What It Is:

The Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) lets you visit Australia for:

• Tourism (holiday or recreation)
• Visiting family or friends
• Business purposes (conference or negotiations)

WWICS-Style Document Checklist 

Whether applying via a consultant like WWICS or directly, you’ll generally need:

1. Personal Documents

• Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)
• Passport-size photographs (recent, per ICAO standards)
• National ID or other identity documents

2. Application Forms

• Completed Form 1419 (for tourism/visiting)
• If business-related, Form 1415 may apply
• Visa application fee receipt

3. Proof of Purpose

• Tourism: Travel itinerary, hotel bookings, travel insurance
• Visiting family/friends: Invitation letter, evidence of relationship
• Business: Conference invitation, business contacts in Australia

4. Proof of Funds

• Recent bank statements (last 3–6 months)
• Income tax returns
• Payslips or employment letter
• Evidence of property or assets (optional but supportive)

5. Ties to Home Country

• Employment letter with leave approval
• Business registration (if self-employed)
• Enrolment letter (if student)
• Family documents showing dependents

6. Sponsor Documents (if applicable)

• Invitation letter from an Australian resident/citizen
• Sponsor’s passport/PR copy
• Proof of sponsor’s income/funds (bank statement, tax records)