Australian Temporary Work (Short stay activity) Visa Requirements for US Citizens:
A valid passport and Temporary Work (Short Stay Activity) visa is required to travel to Australia for short-term, highly specialized work or to participate in paid events or activities. This visa is not intended for business people attending a conference or taking part in meetings or business negotiations, in this case, (business travelers may apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) online).
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Passport Requirements: A photocopy of the passport information and signature page and photocopy of US visa, previous Australian and other visas and any relevant passport pages must be sent to Travisa with the visa application materials. The passport must be valid for 6 months beyond stay, with at least one blank visa page available for the Australian entry stamp. The original passport does not need to be submitted with the visa application, but must be carried with the visa through customs upon entry to Australia.
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Australian Visa Application Form:
One signed Australia visa application form plus one copy.
Improperly completed Australian visa application form may delay the processing of your Australian visa.
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Photo Requirements: 1 recent 2 x 2 passport type photograph, in color, front view and with a plain/white background.
OR - you can upload a passport photo to the Global Service Order Form when you place your order, instead of providing physical passport photos.
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Other Forms: A letter of intent outlining the applicant's purpose of travel, the length of intended stay, name of places to be visited, contact information, and accommodation information is required.
Signed
Form 956A, which is a letter of authorization appointing Travisa as authorized to act on your behalf to process this visa application.
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Letter Of Invitation from Australia: For specialized work, a letter of job offer or employment contract showing details of the position, the duration of the work, the role or duties of the applicant. In the case of freelance work: a copy of the proposed itinerary.
If participating in a cultural, sporting or social event, a letter of invitation from the inviting organization in Australia that includes the event name, the dates of the event, your role or duties, and the role of the inviting organization in the event.
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Medical Requirements: International health insurance is recommended, documentation may be requested.
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Other Requirements: A certified copy of birth certificate showing both parents’ names and a photocopy of driver’s license. If the applicant's name has changed, a certified copy of evidence of the name change must be included.
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Special Instructions: This visa is not for work or activity that is on-ongoing. The project, assignment, or activity must be finished within the duration of stay granted on this visa, and does not permit being rotated through a position on a short-term basis as one of a number of overseas workers.
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Global Service Order Form:This is Travisa's service order form, where you will provide your contact and shipping information, choose the visa processing needed and make your payment. You must print the completed form and send it to Travisa with all other supporting documents.
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Australia Visa Validity: The Australian Temporary Work (Short Stay Activity) visa is typically issued for a stay of up to 6 weeks or less, but in some cases may be valid for a stay of up to for up to 3 months. Visa Validity is at the discretion of the Australian Consulate.
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Australian Visa Processing Time: Australia visas are usually processed in 4 weeks. Rush or Emergency visa service may be available for additional fees. Please visit our “Australia Consular Fees and Visa Processing Options” link for details.
In order to ensure that visa applications for most embassies/consulates are submitted on the day that we receive them, they should be shipped to us via FedEx Priority Overnight (not First Overnight or Standard Overnight).
Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession.
Australian Work and Holiday Visa Requirements for US Citizens:
The Work and Holiday visa for Australia is for eligible travelers aged between 18 to 30 to visit Australia for up to 12 months and supplement the cost by casual employment in Australia.
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Passport Requirements: A photocopy of the passport information and signature page and photocopy of previous Australian and other visas and any relevant passport pages must be sent to Travisa with the visa application materials. The passport must be valid for 6 months beyond stay, with at least one blank visa page available for the Australian entry stamp. The original passport does not need to be submitted with the visa application, but must be carried with the visa through customs upon entry to Australia.
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Australian Visa Application Form:
One Australian visa application form per applicant properly completed and signed. Signature must be original on each Australia visa application. Improperly completed Australian visa application forms may delay the processing of your Australian Work and Holiday Visa.
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Photo Requirements: Two recent 2 x 2 passport type photographs, in color, front view and with a plain/white background.
OR - you can upload a passport photo to the Global Service Order Form when you place your order, instead of providing physical passport photos.
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Other Forms: For applicants who have served in the armed forces of any country, certified copies of military service record or discharge papers.
Signed
Form 956A, which is a letter of authorization appointing Travisa as authorized to act on your behalf to process this visa application.
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Financial Requirements: Evidence of sufficient funds to support stay in Australia; certified copy of a bank statement showing access to appropriate funds of at least 5,000 Australian dollars (US dollar amount varies depending on exchange rate).
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Other Requirements: Certified copy of birth certificate showing names of both parents.
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Special Instructions: The Embassy of Australia has the right to request any additional documentation, such as educational qualifications or proof of health insurance, at the discretion of the Consular Officer.
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Global Service Order Form:This is Travisa's service order form, where you will provide your contact and shipping information, choose the visa processing needed and make your payment. You must print the completed form and send it to Travisa with all other supporting documents.
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Australia Visa Validity: This Australia visa typically allows a stay of up to 12 months in Australia.
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Australian Visa Processing Time: Australia work and holiday visas are usually processed in 4 weeks. Rush or Emergency visa service may be available for additional fees. Please visit our “Australia Consular Fees and Visa Processing Options” link for details.
In order to ensure that visa applications for most embassies/consulates are submitted on the day that we receive them, they should be shipped to us via FedEx Priority Overnight (not First Overnight or Standard Overnight).
Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession.
Australian Diplomat/Official Visa Requirements for US Citizens:
A valid passport and visa are required to travel to this destination.
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Passport Requirements: Original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay, with at least one blank visa page available for the Australian visa stamp. Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for Australian visa stamps.
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Australian Visa Application Form:
One Australian visa application form per applicant completed on-line, printed and signed. Signature must be original on each Australian visa application. Improperly completed application forms may delay the processing of your Australia visa.
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Other Forms: Diplomatic note from the US State Department providing:
confirmation that employee has been assigned to take up duties at the
foreign mission in Australia; and
job title, proposed duties, proposed period of posting; and
Person being replaced at the foreign mission in Australia.
List of any accompanying dependents. Please note that there are limits as
to whom may be accepted as members of the family or staff posted to the
foreign missions in Australia, and restrictions apply for children once
they have reached 21 years of age. Unless very special circumstances
exist, a child who is 21 years old but not more than 25 years is accepted
as a member of the family only if they are undertaking full-time full-fee
overseas student studies at an Australian tertiary institution in the city
where the officer is posted, and provided that they remain part of the
officer's household.
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Global Service Order Form:This is Travisa's service order form, where you will provide your contact and shipping information, choose the visa processing needed and make your payment. You must print the completed form and send it to Travisa with all other supporting documents.
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Australia Visa Validity: Australian Diplomatic and Official visa validity is at the discretion of the Australian Consulate.
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Australian Visa Processing Time: Australia visa applications are usually processed in 3 to 4 weeks. Rush service may be available for additional fees. Please visit our Australia Consular Fees and Visa Options page for details.
In order to ensure that visa applications for most embassies/consulates are submitted on the day that we receive them, they should be shipped to us via FedEx Priority Overnight (not First Overnight or Standard Overnight).
Non-refundable tickets or reservations should not be purchased until all visas and passports are secured and in your possession.