International Event Coordinator Network (IECN) Service
The IECN provides free advice and guidance on visa requirements. The network facilitates visa application processing of international travellers invited or registered to speak at, perform in, compete in, or attend an event in Australia.
The IECN has coordinators available throughout Australia and can provide assistance with events such as:
- academic conferences and seminars
- agricultural and economic forums
- business forums and meetings
- cultural events
- dental and medical conventions
- IT exhibitions
- sporting tournaments
- training courses of less than 3 months.
The IECN provides the following services:
- assists in identifing the most appropriate visa
- explains visa requirements and processing timeframes
- notifies the department’s overseas offices of:
- an expected event, conference or meeting
- invited or registered international visitors
- provides assistance to resolve issues involved in the visa application process
- provides bid support letters.
Note: The IECN cannot assist you with personal events such as attending a graduation or wedding ceremony. If your travel to Australia is for these purposes, refer to information for visitor visas.
See: Visitor
Links and helpful information
The following links provide additional information about the IECN.
Fact sheet 57 – International Event Coordinator Network
Immigration Offices outside Australia
Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
Australian Customs Service
Tourism Australia
Business Events Australia