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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.

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Subclass 600

Visitor Visa

VisitorTemporaryNo Work Rights

For tourist visits, business visits, or visiting family members in Australia.

Type: Temporary
Cost: $200 - $500
Stay: 3, 6, or 12 months
Subclass 500

Student Visa

StudyTemporaryRestricted Work

For international students to study full-time at registered Australian educational institutions.

Type: Temporary
Cost: $2,000
Stay: Up to 5 years
Subclass 485

Temporary Graduate

WorkTemporaryFull Work Rights

For international student graduates who have completed eligible qualifications in Australia.

Type: Temporary
Cost: $4,600
Stay: 2 to 4 years
Subclass 189

Skilled Independent

SkilledPermanentPoints TestedNo Sponsor

For points-tested skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer or state nomination.

Type: Permanent
Cost: $4,910
Stay: Permanent
Subclass 190

Skilled Nominated

SkilledPermanentPoints TestedState Nominated

For points-tested skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government.

Type: Permanent
Cost: $4,910
Stay: Permanent
Subclass 491

Skilled Work Regional

SkilledRegionalProvisionalState NominatedPR Pathway

Provisional points-tested visa requiring regional state nomination or family sponsorship.

Type: Provisional
Cost: $4,910
Stay: 5 years
Subclass 494

Employer Sponsored Regional

WorkRegionalProvisionalEmployer Sponsored

Employer-sponsored regional visa for skilled workers in designated regional areas.

Type: Provisional
Cost: $4,910
Stay: 5 years