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Tourist (Visitor) visa: preparation checklist

The Visitor visa (subclass 600) is for tourism and visiting family. Applications generally show a genuine temporary visit, enough money for your stay and reasons to return home. Some passport holders can use an eVisitor or ETA instead — check first.

Official site: Home Affairs — Visitor visa 600 ↗

Checklist

  • Check whether ETA or eVisitor applies to your passport.
  • Passport valid for the trip.
  • Bank statements showing funds.
  • Evidence of employment, study or family at home.
  • Travel plans or invitation letter.
  • Travel health insurance (recommended).

Related pages

Sources: Home Affairs — Visitor visa (subclass 600).

Page updated 25 October 2026. Rules change — confirm current details on the official site. Public Services Desk is independent and is not a government agency; we cannot lodge or process applications. General information, not legal, financial or immigration advice.