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Australia visa readiness

Visitor, Student (500) and Skilled routes with GTE requirements.

Visa routes

Visitor Visa (600)

Tourism or business visitor stream.

Typical processing: 2-8 weeks

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Student Visa (500)

Study with a CoE and GTE statement.

Typical processing: 4-12 weeks

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Proof of funds

Skilled Independent (189)

Points-tested permanent residence.

Typical processing: 6-12 months

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Proof of funds

Business Visitor (600 Business Stream)

Short business visits.

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Proof of funds

Transit Visa (771)

Transit through Australia up to 72 hours.

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Proof of funds

Partner Visa (820/801)

Partner of an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

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Proof of funds

Working Holiday Visa (417/462)

Work and travel for eligible young people.

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Proof of funds

Skills in Demand Visa (482)

Employer-sponsored temporary skilled work.

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Proof of funds

Employer Nomination Scheme (186)

Permanent employer-sponsored residence.

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Proof of funds

Training Visa (407)

Workplace-based occupational training.

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Proof of funds

Applies to every Australia visa route

Australia sets these rules nationally, so they are the same whichever route you apply on.

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