Short Stay Visa (Subclass 400)

What is the 400 Short Stay Visa?

The Subclass 400 Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Visa allows highly skilled professionals to enter Australia for short-term, highly specialized work or activities. This visa is ideal for individuals who need to complete urgent, non-ongoing projects that require unique expertise not readily available in Australia.

With the 400 Visa, you can stay in Australia for up to 3 months (or up to 6 months in special cases).

Benefits of the 400 Visa

✔ Stay in Australia for up to 3 months (extendable to 6 months in exceptional cases)
✔ Undertake highly specialized, short-term work
✔ Travel freely in and out of Australia during the visa validity
✔ Bring eligible family members (limited work rights for dependents)

Who Can Apply for the 400 Visa?

To qualify for the Subclass 400 Visa, you must:

✅ Have highly specialized skills, knowledge, or experience required for an Australian project
✅ Demonstrate that the work is short-term and non-ongoing
✅ Provide evidence that an Australian worker cannot fill the role
✅ Show sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay
✅ Meet health and character requirements

What Kind of Work is Eligible?

The Subclass 400 Visa is designed for short-term, highly specialized work in fields such as:

✔ Engineering, IT, and technical consulting
✔ Specialized construction or infrastructure projects
✔ Film, television, and entertainment industry roles
✔ Emergency repair or maintenance work
✔ Short-term research collaborations

This visa is not suitable for general work, ongoing employment, or roles that can be filled by local workers.

Application Process for the 400 Visa

Check your eligibility and ensure your work meets visa conditions.
Prepare supporting documents (job offer, proof of expertise, and financial evidence).
Apply online via ImmiAccount on the Australian immigration website.
Complete health and character checks (if required).
Receive your visa decision and travel to Australia!

Cost and Processing Time

???? Visa Fee: AUD 405 (as of 2024)
???? Processing Time:
✔ 75% of applications – 9 days
✔ 90% of applications – 21 days

Can You Extend or Transition to Another Visa?

The 400 Visa is not extendable, but you may be eligible to apply for other visas like:
Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482)
Employer-Sponsored Visas (186, 494)
General Skilled Migration (189, 190, 491)

Why Choose Us?

✔ Expert assistance in securing employer sponsorship
✔ Fast-tracked application support for urgent projects
✔ Guidance on visa documentation and eligibility
✔ Assistance with future visa pathways

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