PARTNER SERVICE
Australian Visitor Visa Assistance
Information and guidance for Australian visitor visa applications, including the Subclass 601 Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) and the Subclass 600 Visitor Visa.
Visitor visa guidance
Planning to visit Australia?
Planning to visit Australia? We can assist you with information and guidance for Australian visitor visa applications, including the Subclass 601 Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) and Subclass 600 Visitor Visa.
Our team can help applicants understand the available visa options, prepare the required information and supporting documents, and navigate the application process.
Subclass 601
Subclass 601 — Electronic Travel Authority (ETA)
The Subclass 601 ETA is available to eligible passport holders travelling to Australia for tourism and other permitted short-term purposes.
- Government application fee
- AUD $20 per applicant
- Application
- The ETA application is submitted through the official Australian ETA mobile application.
- Correspondence
- Applicants may nominate an email address for correspondence so that any further requests or communication relating to the application can be followed up appropriately.
- Estimated processing time
- Approximately 7–14 days, depending on the individual application and Australian immigration processing.
Assistance may include
- Visa application guidance
- Assistance with completing the application
- Reviewing information before submission
- Assistance with responding to requests for additional information
- General guidance throughout the application process
Subclass 600
Subclass 600 — Visitor Visa
The Subclass 600 Visitor Visa may be suitable for travellers who are not eligible for an ETA or who require a different visitor visa arrangement.
- Application
- Applications are submitted online through an Australian Government ImmiAccount.
- Government application fee
- Approximately AUD $200 per applicant. Government visa fees can change. The applicable fee at the time of application will apply.
Supporting documents
The Subclass 600 application generally requires more supporting documentation. Depending on the applicant's circumstances, this may include:
- Passport and identification documents
- Evidence of financial capacity
- Travel plans and itinerary
- Evidence of employment or business commitments
- Evidence of ties to the applicant's home country
- Accommodation information
- Invitation or supporting letters, where applicable
- Other documents requested by Australian immigration
Some applicants may also be required to attend VFS Global or another designated location for biometric collection or other requirements.
Estimated processing time: Approximately one month, although processing times can vary depending on the applicant, documentation provided and Australian Government processing requirements.
A clear comparison
Which Visa Is Right for You?
The appropriate visa depends on your passport, purpose of travel, personal circumstances and eligibility.
| Subclass 601 ETA | Subclass 600 Visitor Visa | |
|---|---|---|
| Application | ETA mobile app | ImmiAccount |
| Government fee | AUD $20 | Approximately AUD $200* |
| Documentation | Generally simpler | More supporting documents may be required |
| Biometrics | Generally not required | May be required |
| Estimated processing | Approximately 7–14 days | Approximately 1 month |
| Suitable for | Eligible passport holders | Applicants requiring a Visitor Visa |
*Government fees are subject to change.
Need Help With Your Australian Visa?
Contact us to discuss your Australian travel plans and visa requirements. Start your enquiry today and our team can provide further information about the application process.
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Visa Information & Application Support
Rachel Lee
Managing Director
Australian National Institute of Business and Technology (Southeast Asia)
Award-Winning TVET Institute in 2023 Malaysia Education & TVET Awards in Malaysia, presented by the Deputy Minister of Human Resources Malaysia.
2025 Excellence in Education – Runner-Up, 40th Award Night Malaysia Australia Business Council, supported by the High Commission of Australia in Malaysia.
Company Registration No.: 202201026933 (1472630-P)
Ministry of Education Malaysia Licence No.: BZ5H 1234
Address: C-01-25 & 26, Damen Mall, Persiaran Kewajipan, USJ 1, 47600 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Office: +603 8011 5661
WhatsApp: +6010 341 4190
Website: www.anibt.edu.my
Important Information
- Visa approval is determined solely by the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs. Neither our team nor the Australian National Institute of Business and Technology can guarantee visa approval or a particular processing time.
- Government visa fees and processing times may change without notice. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information and meet all applicable Australian immigration requirements.
- Visa assistance is provided for information and administrative support and does not constitute a guarantee of visa approval or immigration legal advice.