Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Business Visitor Stream
The Visitor visa (subclass 600) – Business Visitor stream allows individuals to travel to Australia for short-term business-related activities. This visa is ideal for business professionals who need to attend meetings, conferences, or explore business opportunities in Australia—without engaging in paid work.
What Can You Do on a Business Visitor Visa?
As a Business Visitor, you are permitted to:
- Make general business or employment enquiries
- Investigate, negotiate, enter into, or review business contracts
- Conduct activities as part of an official government visit
- Attend conferences, trade fairs, or seminars (you must not be paid by the organisers)
- Undertake tourist and leisure activities while in Australia
What You Cannot Do
This visa does not allow you to:
- Work for or provide services to an Australian business or organisation
- Sell goods or services directly to the public
- Undertake paid employment or short-term work
If your intended activities go beyond business visitor purposes, you may need to consider applying for a temporary work visa instead.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Business Visitor Stream, applicants must meet the following requirements:
✔ Health Requirement
You must meet Australia’s health standards.
✔ Character Requirement
You must satisfy the character requirements set by the Australian Government.
✔ No Outstanding Government Debts
Any debts owed to the Australian Government must be paid or arrangements must be in place to repay them.
✔ Financial Capacity
You must have, or have access to, sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Australia.
✔ Genuine Visitor Requirement
You must genuinely intend to:
- Stay in Australia temporarily
- Comply with all visa conditions and the permitted stay period
- Only undertake approved business visitor activities
Need Help With Your Business Visitor Visa?
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