This visa under subclass 408 allows the applicants to undertake short stay and short-term activities in Australia. Under many eligibility pathways, the applicants can apply for the temporary activity visa, if they
- Have the required skills to undertake the activity, as per the visa application
- Have private health insurance
- Have adequate financial support for the stay in Australia
- Genuinely have intentions to only stay temporarily in Australia
- Meet the required health and character parameters
- Have sponsorship from approved Temporary Activities Sponsor, if applicable
- Have support from an organisation, Australian citizen or a permanent resident, if applicable
Application Stream for the Temporary Visa Activity:
- Invited participants : For events of any type. Maximum stay allowed is 3 months only.
- Sports : Participatory or as a coach/instructor
- Religious worker : Full-time for serving religious objectives in Australia
- Domestic worker : To manage full-time household for individuals holding a Temporary Work (International Relations) Subclass 403 or Temporary Work (Skilled) Subclass 457 visa
- Research : To participate, observe or undertake a research project
- Exchange : To associate on a skilled position for various cultural and developmental factors
- Special Program : Under a non-profit organisation, youth exchange, or government agency
- Superyacht crew: Crew members employed on board a superyacht in Australia
- Australian Government endorsed event: Visa upto 4 years of duration and doesn’t require sponsorship
- Entertainment : Artists, performers, support crew
Privileges Associated With the Temporary Visa Activity:
- Enjoy a stay in Australia for a period granted as per the visa
- Accomplish the activity or work, specified in the visa application
- Get accompanied by eligible family members to Australia, if applicable
- Enter and leave Australia till the visa is valid, if applicable
Length of Stay Permitted:
- 3 months – If the applicant is invited by an Australian organisation to participate in an event
- 4 years – If the applicant is participating in any Australian government activity
- 2 years – If the applicant is participating in all other activities
At CECA, we assist in temporary visa activity visa for a range of applicants. Our experienced immigration consultants review the individual circumstances and can guide you through the most suitable visa options based on your needs.
