Australian visas

What visa do you need to come to Australia?

Getting the right visa is essential to achieving your goal

Listed below is a short overview of the most common types of visas available in Australia. These visas are based on what the purpose of your visit is, either leisure, family, business, or permanent migration. Certain visas are based on an offer of skilled employment in Australia, while others may rely on partnership criteria with a visa holder or an Australian resident or citizen. Others yet are points-based or rely on investing in Australia.

The services provided by Australian Shores are aligned with these visa categories. Click on any of these links to find the right visa for you or view our detailed guides and the requirements to apply for each visa.

RESIDENCE VISAS

GENERAL SKILLED MIGRATION (GSM)

A popular way to gain Australian residency is based on skilled migration.

PARTNERSHIP PATHWAYS

If you are either related to or in a relationship with an Australian citizen or resident then you could be eligible to migrate to Australia.

FAMILY CATEGORIES

If you have family permanently residing in Australia, then you may be eligible to apply for a temporary visa and/or residency visa under family categories. 

EMPLOYER SPONSORED PATHWAYS

If you have an offer of skilled employment from an Australian employer and wish to work in Australia, then you can apply for a work visa.

WORKING HOLIDAY VISA

The working holiday schemes allow young tourists to travel through New Zealand with the ability to work on the side to subsidise their travels.

STUDENT VISA

All students who are not Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents must apply for a student visa in order to study or attend school in Australia.

BUSINESS VISAS

Investing money into Australia can lead to residence.

VISITOR VISA

If you are looking to holiday in Australia, or wish to visit family and friends, then you can apply for a visitor visa.