How to Fill Out Your Australia Tourist Visa Application Form

Whether it’s to see the Sydney Opera House, visit family, or take a coastal road trip, the visa application is the first box to tick. This guide walks you through filling out the Australia Tourist Visa — Subclass 600 — using ImmiAccount, explains which documents to attach, highlights common mistakes, and gives practical tips to improve your chances of a smooth decision.

A complete, step-by-step guest post for first-time applicants — Subclass 600 Tourist Stream

1. Which visa form and channel should you use?

Most short-term tourist visits to Australia use the Visitor visa (subclass 600) — Tourist stream. Applications are lodged online through the Department of Home Affairs’ ImmiAccount portal. Paper forms exist only in limited circumstances, so the online route is the typical method.

2. Before you start: checklist & documents to prepare

Prepare these items before you begin — they’ll make the online form much faster to complete:

• Valid passport (clear copy of the personal details page). Ensure the name you enter matches the passport exactly.
• Recent colour passport-style photograph (if requested).
• Travel itinerary: proposed arrival/departure dates, flight bookings (draft ok).
• Evidence of funds: bank statements, salary slips, tax returns, or sponsorship letter.
• Proof of ties to home country: employment letter, property documents, enrollment (students), family ties.
• Invitation letter and host details (if visiting friends/relatives).
• Health/character documents (police clearance, health checks) — only if requested.
• Any previous travel visas or passport stamps (if available).
• Credit/debit card for application fee payment.
• If using a migration agent, their details and authority.

Tip: Save digital copies as PDF or JPEG, with filenames that make sense (e.g., passport_page.pdf, bank_statements.pdf).

3. Create an ImmiAccount and start the application

1. Create an ImmiAccount (choose the Individual account type if you are applying alone). Verify your email and log in.
2. In ImmiAccount, click New Application → select Visitor (subclass 600) — Tourist stream (or the relevant stream). Read the online checklist and guidance for the stream before proceeding.

4. Step-by-step: completing the online form

The online application is modular. Below are the typical sections you’ll encounter and how to fill them correctly.

Personal details

• Full name: Enter exactly as on passport (given names and family name). Include any other names you have used (maiden name, previous names). Spelling errors are frequent causes of delays — watch copy/paste auto-corrections.
• Date of birth / place of birth / gender / nationality: Use passport info.
• Passport details: Passport number, country of issue, expiry date. Ensure passport is valid for your planned journey.

Contact details & address

• Provide a reliable phone number and email. Use a physical address in your home country. If you are staying with family/friends in Australia, enter their address too.

Travel details & purpose of visit

• Purpose: Select tourism / to visit family and friends / on a cruise as applicable.
• Intended dates: Put realistic arrival and departure dates. If you don’t have confirmed flights, provide planned dates and explain in supporting documents.

Employment & education

• Provide your current employment or study details. Include employer name, job title, duration, salary (if asked). If unemployed, explain briefly and provide supporting documents that show ties at home (family, assets).

Financial capacity

• State how you will fund the trip (self, family sponsor, employer). Upload bank statements, payslips, income tax returns, or sponsor evidence.

Family composition

• Add spouse/partner and dependent details if they are applying with you. If travelling alone but have family at home, include them as evidence of ties.

Health and character questions

• Answer honestly. You will be asked about criminal convictions, past visa refusals, and health conditions. False answers increase the risk of refusal or future bans.

Documents upload

• Upload the documents you already prepared. The ImmiAccount system usually lets you attach multiple files per question. Follow the size and type guidance (PDF/JPG).

Declaration and signature

• You must declare that the info given is true. Read the declaration carefully and submit.

5. Pay the visa application charge

After completing the form, you’ll be prompted to pay the Visa Application Charge (VAC) online. Fees vary by stream and change from time to time — check the current fee before paying. Keep a screenshot or receipt of the payment for your records.

6. Biometrics, health checks, and police certificates

• Biometrics: Many applicants will be asked to provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo) at a designated visa application centre after lodgement.
• Health checks: The Department may require a medical exam depending on your circumstances or length of stay.
• Police certificates: For some applicants, a police clearance is necessary. If requested, provide the certificate promptly.

The department will notify you if any of these are required; follow the instructions in the ImmiAccount portal.

7. After submission: tracking and possible requests

• You can track the status in ImmiAccount. The Department may issue requests for more information (RFI). Respond promptly with clear, well-labelled documents.
• If granted, the visa is usually linked electronically to your passport; you will receive a grant notification email with conditions and visa expiry.

8. Common mistakes to avoid

• Name mismatch between application and passport.
• Incomplete supporting documents or documents not translated into English (certified translations required).
• Vague travel plans — provide at least a draft itinerary and accommodation proof.
• Late responses to information requests from the Department.
• Omitting previous visa refusals or criminal history — always disclose.

9. Practical tips to improve success

• Apply well in advance of your travel dates — processing times vary.
• Use a clear cover letter summarising your purpose, who pays for the trip, and the documents attached. Label attachments clearly.
• Show ties to home country (job letters, property, family) to prove you’ll return.
• If someone in Australia is hosting you, include a detailed invitation letter with their contact details, immigration status in Australia, and willingness to support you (if applicable).
• If unsure, consider seeking help from a registered migration agent, but beware of scams — use reputable advisors.

10. Sample document checklist (quick printable)

• Passport personal details page (PDF)
• Recent passport photo (if required)
• Travel itinerary / flight booking (draft ok)
• Proof of funds (last 3–6 months’ bank statements)
• Employment letter / pay slips / tax returns
• Invitation letter + host ID (if visiting friends/family)
• Proof of ties: property deed, marriage certificate, school enrollment
• Police certificate (if requested)
• Health examination report (if requested)
• Payment receipt for VAC

11. What if your application is refused?

If refused, you’ll get a refusal letter explaining reasons. You may be able to review the decision, or reapply after addressing the issues. The refusal letter will explain whether there is any right of review and the time limits. Be careful — repeated poor applications can reduce future chances.

Final Thoughts:

Filling out the Australia tourist visa application needn’t be stressful. Plan your documents, be honest, present clear evidence of your travel purpose and ties to home, and respond quickly if the Department asks for more information. Use ImmiAccount’s prompts and the official guidance as your primary source.

Final checklist before pressing submit

• Passport name and details match exactly.
• All mandatory fields filled; optional fields explained when omitted.
• Files uploaded correctly and labelled.
• Payment details ready and receipt saved.
• Contact email and phone are current and monitored.

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