Here are some popular visa types available for Australia:

1. Visitor Visas:
   • Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601): Allows short visits for tourism or business purposes.
   • eVisitor (subclass 651): Similar to the ETA but available to citizens of certain European countries.
   • Transit visa (subclass 771): For travelers passing through Australia on their way to another destination.
   • Visitor (subclass 600): General visitor visa for short stays.
   • Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462): Allows work and travel for young adults from eligible countries.
   • Working Holiday visa (subclass 417): Enables working holidaymakers to explore Australia while working.
2. Studying and Training Visas:
   • Student visa (subclass 500): For full-time study in Australia.
   • Student Guardian visa (subclass 590): Accompanying family members of international students.
   • Training visa (subclass 407): For occupational training or professional development1.
3. Family and Partner Visas:
   • Partner visas: Including the Partner (Provisional and Migrant) visa (subclass 309/100) and the Partner visa (subclass 820/801) for spouses or de facto partners.
   • Parent visa (subclass 103): Allows parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents to migrate.
   • Child visas: For dependent children of Australian citizens or permanent residents.
   • Prospective Marriage visa (subclass 300): For fiancés or fiancées of Australian citizens or permanent residents1.
4. Working and Skilled Visas:
   • Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189): For skilled workers without employer sponsorship.
   • Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190): Requires state or territory nomination.
   • Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482): Allows employers to sponsor skilled workers temporarily.
   • Global Talent visa (subclass 858): Attracts highly skilled individuals in specific fields.
   • Business Innovation and Investment visas: For business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs1.
5. Refugee and Humanitarian Visas:
   • Protection visa (subclass 866): Provides protection to refugees.
   • Temporary Protection visa (subclass 785): For those seeking temporary protection.
   • Safe Haven Enterprise visa (subclass 790): Allows temporary stay for protection reasons1.

To apply for a visa to migrate or work in Australia, follow these steps:

 

1. Eligibility Check:

Check to see if you match the requirements for the visa category in question. The type of visa you should apply for is influenced by your career, abilities, and migration goal.

1. Choose the Right Visa:

Examine your possibilities for obtaining a visa, including those for family, employer-sponsored, and skilled migration and find the best visa for your circumstances by visiting the official Australian Government website. Verify that you are eligible for the particular visa type that interests you and which visa you should apply for will depend on several factors, including your employment, abilities, and reason for moving.

1. Create an ImmiAccount:

ImmiAccount is the online platform where you may submit your visa application, set up an account, and provide accurate information.

1. Gather Required Documents: Attach all necessary documents to your application which includes;
   • • A clear copy of your passport’s personal details page.
     • Translated copies of non-English documents.
     • Birth certificates and passports for applicants under 18.
     • Consent forms if you’re under 18 and traveling alone.
     • Other relevant documents based on your visa type.
2. Submit Your Application:

While you are outside of Australia, submit an application using ImmiAccount and choose to consent to receive emails during the process.

1. Check Your ImmiAccount Regularly:

Check the progress of your application in ImmiAccount and respond as soon as possible to requests for more information.

 

Keep in mind that every visa category has unique requirements, therefore it's critical to adhere to the Department of Home Affairs of Australia's instructions.