400 - Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa
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400 - Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa

Introduction

The Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa (Subclass 400) is a temporary visa that allows applicants to enter Australia to engage in short-term, highly specialized, and non-ongoing work, or to participate in specific activities related to Australia's interests.

  • Visa Purpose: Suitable for individuals with specialized skills, knowledge, or experience not readily available in Australia, to undertake short-term projects or specific tasks.
  • Stay Duration: Generally permits a stay in Australia for up to three months. In certain cases, it can be extended to six months if there are strong business reasons.
  • Family Members: Spouses and children can be included in the same application, but they are generally not permitted to work or study in Australia unless special authorization is granted.
  • Key Advantages:
    • Processing times are typically faster than other work visas.
    • Family members can be included.
    • No requirement for employer sponsorship, which simplifies the application process.

Please note that the Subclass 400 visa is designed for short-term stays and does not provide a pathway to Australian permanent residency.

Application Fee

  • Primary applicant: 405 AUD
  • Secondary applicant aged 18 and above: 405 AUD
  • Secondary applicant under 18: 105 AUD

Application Materials

1. Personal Identity and Character Documents These documents are required for each person included in the application:

  • Identity Proof:
  • Character Proof:
    • Overseas Police Check↗: If you have resided in any country for more than 12 months, the immigration office may require a police clearance certificate from that country.
  • Health Proof:
    • Health Certificate: If required by the immigration office, you will need to undergo a medical examination at a designated hospital.

2. Professional Skills and Work Proof

  • Resume and Qualification Proof:
  • Invitation Letter↗: A formal invitation letter provided by the Australian inviter, detailing the purpose and nature of your work in Australia. The letter must include a detailed job description, intended duration of stay, work location, and salary arrangements. It should also explain why the Australian employer is unable to find someone with the same professional skills locally.
  • employment contract↗: A work contract, service agreement, or other relevant documents between you and the Australian employer or client, proving the work is short-term and non-continuous.
  • Documents proving the work is related to Australian interests: If applicable.

3. Other Possible Required Documents

  • Family Member Documents: If the application includes your spouse or children, provide their identity proof and relationship proof (such as Marriage License↗, Birth Certificate↗).
  • English Translation: All non-English documents must be accompanied by NAATI-certified translations.

Application Process

  1. Check your eligibility to ensure your work purpose meets the requirements for the Subclass 400 visa, and prepare all required documents.
  2. Create or log in to your ImmiAccount, complete the online application form, upload scanned copies of all supporting documents, and pay the application fee.
  3. If notified, you may need to visit a designated Australian Visa Application Centre (AVAC) to provide biometric information (fingerprints and facial photograph).
  4. Wait for processing. Once your application is approved, the Department of Home Affairs will send a visa grant notice via email. Please note that you must be outside Australia both at the time of application and when the visa is granted.