Australia Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) from Pakistan: 2026 Guide
To visit Australia as a tourist, see family or attend business meetings, Pakistani passport holders apply for the Visitor visa (subclass 600). It is applied for online and decided on your documents, so choosing the right stream and preparing a clear file matters. Here is how it works.
Checked against the Department of Home Affairs in September 2026. Visa rules, fees and waiting times change, so always confirm on the official site before you apply, or ask us on WhatsApp for the latest checklist.
Which subclass 600 stream do you need?
- Tourist stream (apply outside Australia): holidays, cruises, or visiting family and friends. It can allow a stay of up to 12 months.
- Sponsored family stream: when an eligible family member in Australia sponsors your visit.
- Business visitor stream: short business visits such as meetings and conferences.
The stay you are actually given depends on your application; ask for a length that fits your real plans.
How to apply from Pakistan
- Create an ImmiAccount. Home Affairs says it is the preferred and fastest way to apply.
- Choose the right stream, fill in the application and upload your documents.
- Pay the fee online.
- If Home Affairs asks for biometrics, book your appointment and give them quickly.
- Answer any request for more information promptly, then wait for the decision by email.
Home Affairs' own advice, "check twice, submit once", is worth following: an incomplete application slows everything down.
Australia visitor visa documents checklist
- Passport and old passports with previous visas.
- Bank statements, salary slips and an employment letter with approved leave.
- Business owners: registration, tax returns and business bank statements.
- A travel plan with dates and where you will stay.
- For family visits: an invitation from your relative, their Australian status and proof of the relationship.
- Evidence of ties to Pakistan: job, property, family responsibilities.
- Travel health insurance for your whole trip is strongly recommended.
Why Australia visitor visas get refused
- The officer isn't satisfied you are a genuine temporary visitor.
- Not enough money for the length of stay requested.
- A requested stay much longer than your job or leave allows.
- Missing, unclear or inconsistent documents.
Visiting children who study or work in Australia
Parents often visit a son or daughter who studies or works in Australia. The invitation should state your child's visa status, where you will stay, the dates and who pays. Include proof of your relationship (CNIC, FRC or birth certificate) and, if your child is paying, their payslips or bank statements.
Timeline: when to apply
Processing times vary, so apply well before the dates you need, especially for graduations and the December holidays. Don't book non-refundable flights until your visa is granted.
Before you fly: final checklist
- Printed and digital copies of your visa or approval email.
- Passport, plus old passports if they show useful travel history.
- Return ticket, hotel bookings and travel insurance documents.
- Enough money or cards for your stay, and your host's contact details.
- Your host's Australian address and phone number.
How IVS helps with your Australia visa
IVS – Islamabad Visa Services has helped more than 2,000 clients since 2022. For your Australia application we tell you which visa fits your trip, give you a checklist for your own case, review every document so your file is complete and consistent, help you fill in the application and book your appointment. We speak English, Urdu and Punjabi.
No agent can promise a visa: the decision always belongs to the embassy or immigration authority. What we promise is honest advice and a careful file. See our Australia visa service, browse all the countries we help with, or visit us at Margalla Plaza, F-10 Markaz, Islamabad.
Applying from outside Pakistan?
IVS helps people apply from Pakistan, the UK, the USA, Canada, Australia, Dubai and many more countries. If you need a Australia visa, wherever you live, message us on WhatsApp at 0331 0000691 and a consultant will tell you what your application needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What visa do Pakistanis need to visit Australia?
Usually the Visitor visa (subclass 600), in the tourist, sponsored family or business visitor stream.
How long can I stay on an Australia visitor visa?
The tourist stream can allow up to 12 months, but the stay you are granted depends on your application and circumstances.
How do I apply for the subclass 600 visa?
Online through ImmiAccount. Upload your documents, pay the fee and give biometrics if asked.
Can my family in Australia sponsor my visit?
Yes, through the sponsored family stream if they are eligible, or you can apply in the tourist stream with their invitation.
Can IVS guarantee my Australia visa?
No. Only the Department of Home Affairs decides. We help you choose the right stream and prepare a clear, complete application.
Talk to an IVS visa consultant
Get your documents checked and your application prepared by our Islamabad team. Visit us at Office No. 4, 2nd Floor, Margalla Plaza, F-10 Markaz, Islamabad, or message us on WhatsApp. Only the embassy decides on a visa; we make sure your file is complete and honest.
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