Australia Visitor Visa FAQ
How long can I stay in Australia on the Australian long term holiday visa subclass 676?
This Australian Holiday Visa is usually valid for either 3 or 6 months. Once the visa is issued, you have up to 12 months to arrive in Australia.
Can I change to another visa while in Australia?
No, you cannot change visa types while onshore in Australia, you may only apply to extend you visa. If you are interesting in applying for a permanent visa or another temporary visa, such as a Working Holiday Maker Visa, the application must be made offshore.
Who can apply for the Australian long term holiday visa subclass 676?
Nationals from the following countries can apply:
Andorra, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong (SAR), Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Monaco, the Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, San Marino, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK (British Citizens), United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vatican City.
Will I need to have a medical examination?
Health requirements for Australian Long Term Holiday Visa applicants are assessed at the time of application and will vary depending on the country of passport and travel/residence history. Applicants may be required to undergo a chest x-ray and/or a medical examination as part of their visa application under certain circumstances, as well as to declare their health status on the visa application form.
The most frequent situations where a chest x-ray and/or medical examinations may be required are cases where:
You have spent more than 3 consecutive months in the last 5 years in a country considered to be of a very high health risk in terms of tuberculosis
Applicants over 70 years of age (Visitor Visa Medical Certificate 70-85) will need to undergo a ‘Fitness to Travel’ examination. You will also need to have health insurance
You have been in close contact with a person who has, or has had, active tuberculosis
You have had a Chest X-ray which showed an abnormality
You are likely to enter an Australian hospital or other health care facility for any purpose
You are likely to work in or attend an Australian preschool-aged child care centre (including preschools and creches)
You are likely to require assistance with mobility and/or incur medical costs or require treatment or medical follow up for a particular disease while in Australia.
Does the 6 month visa allow multi entry?
Yes, the 6-month tourist visa is a multiple entry visa. You are allowed to enter Australia as many times as you wish within the visa validity having in mind that each entry should not exceed 6 months.
What are the conditions of the Australian long term holiday visa subclass 676?
This holiday visa is only valid for travel and tourism purposes in Australia. You are not entitled to work in Australia. You are not allowed to study for more than 3 months.