6. Visitor and Working Holiday Visas
Is it possible to apply for a Visitor Visa online?
Depending on the country of your passport, you may have to lodge your Visitor Visa application online only. Most Visitor Visa applications are lodged online unless you are required to submit an offline application to the nearest embassy.
If I'm already in Australia, can I extend my stay by applying for another Visitor Visa?
It is possible to extend your stay in Australia by applying for another visa. However, your eligibility to apply for another visa would depend on your specific situation, such as the total duration of your stay in Australia, the conditions on your current visa, etc.
If I'm from the US, do I need a visa to come to Australia?
Yes, every person who is not an Australian citizen must have a valid visa to enter Australia.
Can I bring my girlfriend from overseas on a Visitor Visa?
Yes, depending on the country of your partner's passport, you may be able to lodge a Visitor Visa application online. However, in specific situations, such as when you already lodged an application for De-facto Spouse visa, you may not able to so.
Is it mandatory that my passport has 6 months' validity before I travel to Australia?
While it is not mandatory, the Australian Government advises that the passport should be valid for at least 6 months before entering Australia. You must have a valid passport at the time you enter Australia. However, the airline or other countries that you may be transiting through may require at least 6 months' validity of the passport. Please check before you plan your travel.
Can I correct details if I have made a mistake while applying for E-visitor visa?
No, once you have entered your details, your application is automatically under process. To change your details, you will have to lodge another visa application and make the payment of the visa fees again.
If I have issued a new passport, will the E-visitor visa be automatically linked?
No. Your E-Visitor visa is attached only to the old passport and thus, you will have to lodge another visa application with new passport details. Electronic visas are not transferable between passports.
Can I work in Australia on a Visitor Visa?
No. However, you may be able to do some volunteering work.
Can I study in Australia on a Visitor Visa?
Yes. As a holder of a visitor visa, you can study or take part in a course or advanced training for up to three months.
Can I enter Australia after turning 31 (36 for Canadian, French, and Irish Citizens) if I have applied for a Working Holiday Visa before turning 31 (36 for Canadian, French, and Irish Citizens)?
Yes. The age eligibility only applies to the lodgement of your visa application, not your age at the time of entry into the country. You are allowed to travel to Australia at any time before the expiry of the visa which is 12 months from the date the visa was granted.