TEMPORARY ACTIVITY VISA
The Subclass 408 Temporary Activity Visa permits individuals to come to Australia for brief periods to engage in work or activities, such as sports and cultural events. This visa's duration can vary from a few days to four years, depending on the specific activity. Candidates need to be endorsed by an Australian entity or person participating in the activity. This visa is perfect for individuals who want to join special and short-term gatherings in Australia.
The Temporary Activity Visa allows temporary participation in various activities in Australia, such as:
- Work full-time in a household for specific high-ranking foreign executives.
- Engage in elite-level athletics (which includes practice)
- Employed in the field of entertainment.
- Participate in a unique program aimed at enhancing international relations and fostering cultural exchange.
- Join in cultural or social events as invited by an Australian group.
- Engage in the academic field by either working on or observing a research project.
- Participate in an event supported by the Australian Government.
- Employment as a Religious Worker
- Seek out a job as a member of the crew on a super yacht.
- Start working in a skilled role through a personnel exchange program.
Advantages of Temporary Activity Visa
- You are allowed to enter and exit Australia multiple times within the validity period of your visa.
- Remain in Australia legally for the duration of the designated role (up to 2 years).
- Take part in the work or activity described in your application.
- Take your eligible family members along when you travel to Australia.
Key details to be aware of before submitting your visa application
When applying for a visa in Australia, you must be sponsored by an approved temporary activities sponsor or a sponsor who meets the sponsorship test.
Requirements for Visa Applicants
- When applying for a visa from overseas, you need to intend on staying in Australia for a maximum of 3 months and have a sponsor who has met the eligibility criteria.
- You need to have an approved sponsor who has successfully taken the sponsorship test.
- You need to have enough financial support and health insurance to pay for your family and yourself while you are in Australia.
- You need to meet the requirements of the program you are involved in while on this visa.
Requirements for Sponsorship
You are able to sponsor an individual for this visa if you meet certain criteria:
- An Australian entity (such as a business, corporation, or nonprofit operating legally in Australia)
- A legally formed government agency in Australia or a state/territory government.
- A foreign government agency lawfully conducting business in Australia, such as foreign tourists, media bureaus, consular or diplomatic missions, and trade offices.
- An organization or a foreign government agency that supports sports or sports events in Australia within the bounds of the law.
- An organization with religious roots approved as a charitable institution by the Australian Tax authority
- Have a legitimate business in Australia but registered in a different country.
- Captain or owner of mega yacht or the entity that manages a mega yacht.
Requirements for Health and Character
- Confirmation of good health or medical check-ups
- Certificates from the police that demonstrate your lack of criminal history.
Economic History
You need to provide proof of your financial ability when submitting your visa application. This consists of:
- Statements from banks or a document from financial institutions
- Job agreement
- Benefits, housing, and additional support provided by the sponsoring employer in Australia
Medical Coverage
If your country lacks a health care agreement with Australia, you need to have Medicare coverage.
Requirement of English Language
You are required to prove your effective English skills through demonstration:
- An overall band score of 4.5 on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System).
- Obtain a score of 32 on the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or higher.
- 30 in the PTE exam (Pearson Test of English)
Additional Important Issues
The representative could also take into account details that could be advantageous or unfavorable to the candidate, including:
- The situation of the applicant in their native country. This might involve their personal situation like their current job, family status, future opportunities, and overall circumstances in their country, such as civil unrest, economic difficulties, or famine.
- Whether the position is intended to ensure that the individual remains in Australia. Delegates need to determine if the applicant’s family members, community, etc. have tailored the position to align with the specific individual's qualities.
- The characteristics and professional history of the candidate and their capacity to perform in the role. Things to take into account include the individual's present job, current level of skill, and past experience in similar roles either in Australia or abroad.
- The applicant's English skills align with their endorsed activities (although English language testing is not mandatory, a basic understanding of English is necessary for working in Australia).
Period Visa Validity
- The Temporary Activity Visa's duration is determined by the approved activity.
- The visa can remain valid for up to four years for both invited participant and Australian Government Endorsed activities.
- The visa can remain valid for up to 2 years for all other activities.
Members of the family
You have the option to include your family members in your application. Nonetheless, if you are being sponsored and plan to remain in Australia for over 3 months, you are required to have a written statement from your sponsor supporting the sponsorship of your family members.
To receive additional help with this specific subclass or to assess your eligibility, schedule a consultation with our migration expert now!
The visa subclass 400 short stay visa lets individuals stay in Australia for a maximum of 3 months on a temporary basis:
- for a temporary job that is very specific and not continuous
- engaged in a task or job related to the concerns of Australia within specific situations.
The applicant needs to be out of Australia when submitting the application and when the visa is approved.
Advantages of the Temporary Work Visa
- You have the option to remain in Australia for a maximum of 3 months, with a possibility to extend it to 6 months under specific conditions. The time frame of your stay commences upon your initial arrival in Australia.
- It is possible to bring qualifying family members to Australia (**Family members on a 400 visa are prohibited from working in Australia).
- You have the opportunity to visit Australia often (with a multiple entry visa).
Criteria to be Qualified
In order to qualify for this visa, you need to:
- only engage in activities that are specific, temporary, and not continuous.
- possess characteristics or appropriate work experience for the job or task you are involved in.
- have sufficient funds to sustain yourself and any accompanying members throughout your stay.
- make sure that the organization who invited you to work in Australia provides for your needs.
- meet the requirements for both health and character.
Regulations To Be Enforced On Work & Activity
You need to complete your task or project in six months or fewer:
- You should not plan to remain in Australia after your visa expires.
- On this visa, it is prohibited to engage in any form of training or educational courses, including those provided in the workplace.
- Working as an entertainer or providing support to entertainers in Australia is not allowed for you. You are unable to direct or produce something with the intention of broadcasting or performing it in Australia. Nonetheless, a 400 visa enables you to participate in a red carpet event and publicize a rock group in Australia without any live shows.
- You are required to maintain your designated status for the duration of your visa.
Requirements for Finances
You are required to show proof of your financial ability to sustain yourself and your family members while staying in Australia. This covers:
- Contract for employment
- Statements or letter from a bank or other financial company.
- Accommodation and additional benefits provided by the employer in Australia
Requirements for Health and Character
All members of your family listed on the application must possess:
- Received medical assessment within one year of applying for a visa to meet health standards.
- To meet the character requirements, you must obtain Police Certificates from all countries where you have lived for at least 12 months in the last 10 years since turning 16 years old.
Medical Coverage
If your home country does not have a reciprocal health agreement with Australia, you must have Australia's national scheme (Medicare) to pay for all your health expenses while on your visa.
FAQs
The Subclass 400 Temporary Activity Visa permits individuals to come to Australia temporarily for activities like short-term work, cultural or sporting events, and other non-ongoing activities.
Individuals who have been invited or need to take part in a particular short-term activity in Australia, such as skilled work, research, or an event, and fulfill the required health and character criteria can apply for the Subclass 400 visa.
The length of your stay on a Subclass 400 visa is determined by the reason for your visit and the activities you plan to participate in. The length of time can range from days to months, depending on what is stated in your visa approval.
Typically, the Subclass 400 visa is issued for the time needed to finish the planned task. Extensions are rare and provided only in extraordinary situations.
Yes, you are able to be employed in Australia if the reason for your trip necessitates temporary, non-permanent employment. Nevertheless, you are not permitted to be employed for longer than half a year under this particular visa category.
In order to request a Subclass 400 visa, you must complete an online application on the Australian immigration website. You must submit essential paperwork, such as information on the event, your passport, health insurance, and additional supporting papers.
The processing period of the Subclass 400 visa may vary depending on personal situations, the thoroughness of your application, and additional variables. It is advised to submit your application early before your planned travel dates.
Health insurance is compulsory for every Subclass 400 visa holder. You need to have sufficient health insurance for your entire time in Australia.
It is not possible to include family members in a Subclass 400 visa application. If they want to come with you to Australia, they must obtain their own suitable visa.
A study with restrictions can be permitted as long as it is closely connected to the reason for your visit. If your primary goal is to pursue academic studies, you may want to explore applying for a specific visa type tailored for studying in Australia.
The price begins at AUD 405, with some exceptions. The price of a Subclass 400 visa application is determined by factors like the reason for your trip and where you are from. It is advisable to verify the up-to-date visa application fees on the official Australian immigration website.
Certainly, you are allowed to enter and exit Australia multiple times using a Subclass 400 visa, as long as it is during the visa's validity period.
There is no specific restriction on how many times you can submit an application for a Subclass 400 visa. It's crucial to prove sincere plans for a short-term stay when applying to prevent potential problems.
The Subclass 400 visa is a temporary visa and does not result in permanent residency directly. If you wish to become a permanent resident in Australia, it is recommended to investigate other visa possibilities that support your future plans. Contact us to learn more about alternative visa choices.