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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