Australian Visa Information Hub
Browse clear, plain-English general summaries of the primary Australian visa subclasses. All guidelines are drawn from the Department of Home Affairs guidelines.
Visitor Visa
For tourist visits, business visits, or visiting family members in Australia.
Student Visa
For international students to study full-time at registered Australian educational institutions.
Temporary Graduate
For international student graduates who have completed eligible qualifications in Australia.
Skilled Independent
For points-tested skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer or state nomination.
Skilled Nominated
For points-tested skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government.
Skilled Work Regional
Provisional points-tested visa requiring regional state nomination or family sponsorship.
Employer Sponsored Regional
Employer-sponsored regional visa for skilled workers in designated regional areas.
Reviewed by Cooper · Editor, VisaClarity Australia
Cooperresearches and writes VisaClarity's plain-English visa guides from official Australian Government sources. VisaClarity is an education resource, not a registered migration agency.
Last reviewed: June 2026 · Editorial policy