TOURIST VISA
APPLIED THROUGH VFS
Notarized passport copy of all used/unused pages of the applicant passport with a minimum validity of 6 months at the time of travel Original passport is NOT required.
1 Application Form No. 1419.
1 Application Form No. 956.
Fast track Form In case of Fast Track visa Application only.
2 Recent Coloured Photographs should be
35mm x 45mm in dimension
On matte finish paper
With White background
With 80% face coverage, non-smiling without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background
not previously used in a visa
Covering letter Addressed to The Australian High Commission.
Personal Latest Bank Statement 3 months
Salary Slips Last 03 Months
Income Tax Papers for last 03 yrs.
Stay Itinerary hotel.
Occupation proof
In case of Employee - Proof of employment and Pay slip of last 3 months.
In case applicant is the proprietor / owner of the company - Cover letter on company’s letter head , companies Original 3 months bank statement with bank seal and signature, ITR (for 3 years, company memo, partnership deal, establishment license or proprietorship etc are required.
For student School ID card is required.
If the applicant is retired- Proof of retirement, pension statements for the last 3 months; proof of regular income generated by ownership of property or business.
If applicant is travelling for honeymoon then Marriage certificate or Marriage Card and Engagement /Marriage photographs are required.
Note
With effect from 5-Dec-2016, has introduced FAST TRACK SERVICE OPTIONAL in Sub Class 600 i.e. Tourist and Business Visa category WITH AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE OF INR 50,400.
Important points for FAST TRACK Visas
The Majority of the Fast Track visa applications shall be processed within 4-5 working days after receiving the documents at Australian High Commission
Applicant must meet the legal requirement set out in migration legislation for the grant of visitor visa included health, character and security check.
There is NO GUARANTEE that the fast track visa applications will be finalized within 4-5 working days.
Fast track service fee is NON REFUNDABLE even in the event of a delay or if the visa application is refused.
Medical Requirement
Health Insurance must if above 70 years. ALL PAX ABOVE 70 YEARS TO GO THROUGH MEDICALS.
Fees
Rs. 7100 Visa Fees
Rs 1248 against VFS charges
Rs 640 for any additional document submission.
Additional Fast Track Fee Rs.50,400 NON REFUNDABLE.
Payment Mode-Credit Card and Debit Card only.
DD and Cash mode is no longer accepted from 1st June 2017
BUSINESS VISA
APPLIED THROUGH VFS
Notarized passport copy of all used/unused pages of the applicant passport having minimum validity of Six months at the time of travel Original passport is not at all required.
1 Application Form No.1415
1 Application Form No.956
Fast track Form In case of Fast Track visa Application only.
2 Photos Passport size, Camera clicked, latest with white background with 70 to 80% face coverage, 35 45 mm size, Embassy does not accept photo with white shirt/t-shirt
Covering letter Addressed to The Australian High Commission.
Invitation letter .
Personalized Bank statement for last 3 months
Income Tax Papers for last 03 yrs
Salary Slips Last 03 Months
Occupation proof
In case of Employee - Proof of employment and Pay slip of last 3 months.
In case applicant is the proprietor / owner of the company - Cover letter on company’s letter head, company’s Original 3 month’s bank statement (with bank seal and signature), ITR (for 3 years), company memo, partnership deal, establishment license or proprietorship etc are required.
Note
The Visa Validity shall be decided by the Embassy
Please note that any Business Visitor going to Australia for over 3 months in continuation needs to fill form no- 1400 under Temporary Work Permit Category [For Requirements Please click on Temporary Work Permit].
With effect from 5-Dec-2016, has introduced FAST TRACK SERVICE (OPTIONAL) in (Sub Class 600) i.e. Tourist and Business Visa category WITH AN ADDITIONAL CHARGES OF INR 50,400.
Important points for FAST TRACK Visas
The Majority of the Fast Track visa applications shall be processed within 4-5 working days after receiving the documents at Australian High Commission
Applicant must meet the legal requirement set out in migration legislation for the grant of visitor visa (included health, character and security check).
There is NO GUARANTEE that the fast track visa applications will be finalized within 4-5 working days.
Fast track service fee is NON-REFUNDABLE even in the event of a delay or if the visa application is refused.
Medical Requirement
Health Insurance must if above 70 years. ALL PAX ABOVE 70 YRS. TO GO THROUGH MEDICALS).
Fees
Rs. 7100 Visa Fees
Rs 1248 against VFS charges
Rs 640 for any additional document submission.
Additional Fast Track Fee Rs.50,400 NON REFUNDABLE.
Payment Mode-Credit Card and Debit Card only.
DD and Cash mode is no longer accepted from 1st June 2017
PROCESS TIMELINE
Processing Time
30 working days
Visa Section Working Days
Monday to Friday