The tourist stream visa – subclass 600 is for those who wish to visit Australia as a tourist, go on a cruise, or see family and friends. It is a temporary visa, and the length of the stay is specified in the visa grant letter. The following things are considered in determining the stay period:

Tourist Visa - apply outside Australia

You must be outside Australia when applying for this visa. Also, you must be outside Australia when your visa decision is made.

Eligibility criteria

• You must be a genuine visitor and intend to stay temporarily in Australia.
• You must have sufficient finances to support your stay period in Australia.
• You must meet the health requirements.
• You must meet the character requirements.

Tourist Visa - apply in Australia

You must be in Australia when applying for this visa and when the decision is made.

• You must be a genuine visitor and intend to stay temporarily in Australia.
• You must have sufficient finances to support your stay period in Australia.
• You must meet the health requirements.
• You must meet the character requirements.