Who this service is for
Tourists and people visiting family or friends in Australia. If you are planning to study, see our study abroad service instead.
General application considerations
- The Visitor visa (subclass 600) has several streams — for example, the Tourist stream and the Sponsored Family stream. Choosing the right one matters.
- Applications are made online through ImmiAccount.
- Home Affairs assesses whether you genuinely intend to stay temporarily and have enough money for your stay.
- Processing times vary; Home Affairs publishes current guide processing times.
Common documentation categories
The exact documents depend on your circumstances and the official checklist at the time you apply. Applications commonly involve:
- A valid passport and identity documents
- Evidence of the purpose of your visit
- Evidence of funds to support your stay
- Evidence of employment, business, study or family ties in Pakistan
- Invitation and sponsor documents for family visits, where relevant
How Consult Cell assists
- An eligibility discussion based on the official requirements for Australia
- A personalised document checklist for your situation
- Guidance on presenting your travel purpose, funds and ties clearly and truthfully
- Itinerary and travel-planning guidance
- A full review of your application before submission
- Interview preparation, where an interview applies
Important limitations
Who decides: visa decisions are made solely by the relevant embassy or immigration authority. We provide guidance and application support; we do not guarantee outcomes.
- We do not book or guarantee appointment slots, and we cannot speed up government processing.
- Government fees are paid to the relevant authority or its appointed service provider and are separate from any consultancy fee.
- Every statement and document in your application must be genuine. We will not prepare or submit false information.
Frequently asked questions
Which stream of the subclass 600 visa should I choose?
It depends on your purpose and circumstances — for example, tourism or a sponsored family visit. We help you compare the streams using Home Affairs guidance.
Is there an interview for an Australian visitor visa?
Usually not, but Home Affairs may contact you for more information. Your documents need to be clear and consistent.
How long does processing take?
It varies. Home Affairs publishes guide processing times, which we check with you before you plan your dates.
Official sources
Rules change. Always confirm requirements on the official pages below before you pay any fee or submit an application.
Information on this page was last checked against these sources on by the Consult Cell team.