Visitor visa
australia visitor visa
Apply for Australia visitor visa for business, tourism, and family purpose
Planning a trip to Australia? An Australia visa from Bangladesh is required for tourism, and the main option is the Visitor visa (Subclass 600). It covers holidays, family visits, and short-term business activities. Bangladeshi passport holders must apply for it before travelling, and it does not allow work in Australia.
What Is the Subclass 600 Visa?
The Subclass 600 is a temporary visa, usually granted for 3, 6, or 12 months. Most Bangladeshi tourists apply under the Tourist stream from outside Australia. You cannot simply extend this visa once you are in the country.
Eligibility Requirements
You must show the Department of Home Affairs that you:
- Are a genuine visitor who will return to Bangladesh
- Have enough funds to support your stay
- Meet health and character requirements
- Will follow the visa conditions, including no work
How to Apply from Bangladesh
- Create an ImmiAccount on the Australian Home Affairs website.
- Select Visitor visa (Subclass 600), Tourist stream.
- Fill in the form and upload your documents.
- Pay the application fee online. The offshore fee was reported at AUD 200 from April 2026. One migration agent reports AUD 250 from 1 July 2026, so confirm the current amount on the official website before paying. The fee is non-refundable, even if refused.
- Provide biometrics if requested. Allow for a VFS Global service fee, which varies.
- Wait for a decision. Processing often takes a few weeks, but it varies.
Subclass 600 Document Checklist (Bangladesh)
- Valid passport (with at least six months validity)
- Passport-size photo
- Completed online application (ImmiAccount)
- Visa fee payment receipt
- Bank statements (last 6 months or more)
- Income tax return / TIN certificate
- Employment letter and salary slips
- Trade license (for business owners)
- Property or asset documents
- Family documents (marriage and birth certificates)
- Travel itinerary and accommodation plan
- Invitation letter (if visiting family or friends)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Health examination results (if requested)
Tips to Improve Your Approval Chances
- Show strong ties to Bangladesh. A stable job, business, family, or property proves you’ll come back.
- Keep your finances consistent. Avoid sudden large deposits without explanation.
- Be clear about your trip. Provide a realistic itinerary and trip length.
- Submit complete, clear documents. Incomplete applications cause delays or refusals.
- Never submit false information. This can lead to a refusal and future ban.
Common Reasons for Refusal
- Doubts that you intend to leave Australia
- Insufficient funds
- Weak ties to Bangladesh
- Incomplete or unclear documents
- Previous immigration issues
Visa Conditions to Remember
- You cannot work in Australia.
- You must not stay beyond your visa expiry.
- Study is limited to short courses.
- Medicare is generally not available, so get travel insurance.
FAQ
The primary visa fee is AUD 200, which is approximately BDT 18,000–20,000 at current exchange rates. This is paid online and is non-refundable.
Depending on your visa conditions, you can stay up to 3, 6, or 12 months per visit. Most multiple-entry visas allow up to 3 months on each entry during the visa’s validity period. Check your grant letter for exact conditions.
There is no officially stated minimum. The key is that your balance must convincingly show you can afford the trip. As a general guideline, having at least BDT 5–10 lakh in a stable account, along with consistent income, strengthens your case. This also depends on your occupation, social status, lifestyle and your purpose. If you are a business owner, you might be required to show higher amount.
The Australian government’s preferred method is online through ImmiAccount, and this is how most Bangladeshi applicants lodge. If you need to submit in person, the Australian Visa Application Centre (AVAC) in Dhaka handles lodgement and biometric collection. Either way, your application will be assessed by the Department of Home Affairs offices in Colombo or Delhi — not locally. This means communication comes from those offices, and any requests for further information will reference those processing locations.