Australia offers a wide range of visas to cater to various purposes for individuals wishing to visit, live, work, or study in the country. Here’s a brief overview of the main categories:
Visitor Visas:
- Visitor Visa (subclass 600): For tourists, business visitors, or to visit family.
- Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) (subclass 601): For short-term tourism or business activities.
- eVisitor (subclass 651): For European Union citizens visiting for tourism or business.
Student Visas:
- Student Visa (subclass 500): For international students enrolled in a course of study.
- Student Guardian Visa (subclass 590): For guardians of international students under 18 years of age.
Working and Skilled Visas:
- Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482): For skilled workers sponsored by an employer.
- Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189): For skilled workers not sponsored by an employer or family member.
- Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190): For skilled workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417) and Work and Holiday Visa (subclass 462): For young people aged 18-30 to work and holiday in Australia.
Family and Partner Visas:
- Partner Visa (subclasses 820 and 801): For partners or spouses of Australian citizens or permanent residents.
- Parent Visa (subclass 103): For parents of settled Australian citizens or permanent residents.
- Child Visa (subclass 101): For dependent children of an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
Permanent Resident Visas:
- Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189): Permanent residency for skilled workers.
- Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186): For skilled workers nominated by their employer for permanent residency.
- Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Visa (subclass 187): For skilled workers nominated by an employer in regional Australia.
Business and Investment Visas:
- Business Innovation and Investment Visa (subclass 188): For individuals establishing or managing a new or existing business, or investing in Australia.
- Business Talent Visa (subclass 132): For high-caliber business owners or entrepreneurs.
Refugee and Humanitarian Visas:
- Refugee Visa (subclass 200): For people who are subject to persecution in their home country.
- Global Special Humanitarian Visa (subclass 202): For people subject to substantial discrimination amounting to a gross violation of human rights.
Bridging Visas:
- Bridging Visa A (subclass 010): For individuals awaiting a visa decision.
- Bridging Visa B (subclass 020): For individuals awaiting a visa decision who need to travel.
This list includes the primary visa categories, but there are numerous other specific visas for unique circumstances. For detailed and current information, it’s recommended to visit the official Australian Government Department of Home Affairs website.
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