Australia Visa Guide
from India.
Subclass 600 Tourist Visa walkthroughs, ImmiAccount guides, and cover letter templates. Skip the ₹40,000 agent fee.
Australia Visa basics for Indians.
The Australia Subclass 600 Tourist Visa is the standard visitor visa for Indian passport holders. It is applied for entirely online via ImmiAccount — no embassy visit required. The base application charge is AUD 190 (approximately ₹10,500).
Types of Australian visa for Indians.
The Subclass 600 has four streams. Most Indian tourists apply for the Tourist stream:
| Purpose | What’s Allowed | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist Stream | Tourism, holiday, visiting family and friends | Up to 12 months |
| Business Visitor Stream | Business meetings and conferences | Up to 12 months |
| Sponsored Family Stream | Visiting family who are Australian citizens or residents | Up to 12 months |
| Frequent Traveller Stream | For regular Australia visitors | Up to 12 months |
Complete document checklist.
Australia’s visa system is document-heavy but no interview is needed. The decision is made entirely based on your ImmiAccount submission. Financial proof and ties to India are the two most critical elements.
- Valid PassportMinimum 6 months validity beyond your intended return date. Upload a scanned copy via ImmiAccount.
- Passport PhotographUploaded digitally during online application. Standard passport photo specs: white background, clear face, recent.
- Cover LetterExplaining purpose of visit, planned itinerary, dates, and confirmation you will return to India. Our Complete tier includes a template.
- Bank Statements — Last 3–6 MonthsConsistent balance demonstrating ability to fund the trip without working in Australia.
- Employment ProofEmployer letter stating position, salary, and leave approval. Self-employed: business registration + ITR.
- Income Tax Returns — 2–3 YearsStrengthens financial proof significantly. Particularly important for self-employed applicants.
- Flight ItineraryConfirmed return booking showing intended travel dates. Must match dates in your application.
- Accommodation BookingsHotel bookings or invitation letter if staying with someone in Australia.
- Ties to IndiaProperty documents, family dependents, active employment. Demonstrates intent to return.
Common refusal reasons.
| Refusal Reason | How to Fix It |
|---|---|
| Insufficient financial proof | Show consistent savings over 3–6 months. Include ITR and salary slips alongside bank statements. |
| Weak ties to India | Property, employment, and family ties must be clearly documented. Australia assesses risk of overstaying. |
| Incomplete application | All mandatory sections of ImmiAccount must be complete. Unanswered sections cause automatic delays. |
| Health or character requirement not met | Australia has health and character requirements. Certain medical conditions or criminal history may affect eligibility. |
| Purpose of visit unclear | Cover letter must clearly explain the trip — vague applications raise suspicion. |
How to apply from India.
Australia’s tourist visa is applied for entirely online. The process is straightforward but requires careful document uploads. No visit to an embassy or VFS is needed for standard applications.
Create an ImmiAccount
Go to immi.homeaffairs.gov.au. Create an account. Select “New application” → “Visitor” → “Subclass 600 Tourist”.
Complete the online form
Fill all sections carefully. Answer health and character questions accurately. Upload all required documents as PDFs or JPEGs.
Pay the application charge
AUD 190 paid online by credit or debit card. Payment made within ImmiAccount. Receipt generated immediately.
Wait for processing
Median processing: 24 days. During peak periods (December–February, July–August), allow 40+ days. Monitor your ImmiAccount for any requests.
Respond to any requests
Australia may request additional documents, health examination, or biometrics. Respond within the stated deadline — no extensions are typically granted.
Receive grant notification
Visa grant sent to your email. The visa is electronic — no sticker. Check your visa details in ImmiAccount including grant period and maximum stay.
How fast can you get it?
| Service | Processing Time | Extra Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 24–40 days | No extra charge | Most applicants |
| No priority service | Not available | N/A | Australia has no priority processing for Subclass 600 |
| Complex cases | Can be months | N/A | Health examination, character issues, or complex travel history |
Everything you want to know.
- No. The Subclass 600 Tourist Visa is applied for entirely online via ImmiAccount. There is no mandatory in-person visit for standard applications. Australia may request biometrics at a centre if needed, but this is not routine.
- The grant period (multiple entry window) can be up to 12 months, but the maximum stay per visit is specified separately on your visa. First-time applicants typically receive 3 or 6 months maximum stay.
- No. The AUD 190 base application charge is not refunded if the visa is refused. You must pay again when reapplying.
- Yes. Australia can request a health examination at any stage after application. This is more common for applicants with certain medical history or travel to high-risk countries. The examination adds time and cost — typically ₹3,000–₹5,000.
- No. The Subclass 600 Tourist Visa does not permit any form of work — paid or voluntary. Working on a tourist visa is a serious immigration breach and results in cancellation and a ban.
- You can apply for another tourist visa while in Australia, but extensions are not guaranteed. Australia expects visitors to return home within their granted stay period.
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