Applying for this visa
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To apply for this visa you must lodge the application form and include all necessary documentation.
Application charge
If you are applying outside of Australia there is no visa application charge. If you are applying in Australia you must pay a non-refundable visa charge when you lodge your visa application.
See: Charges (Fees)
Application checklist
The checklist provides all the information and supporting documents that you may be asked to provide with your application.
See: Application Checklist Exchange visa (Subclass 411) (40 KB PDF file)
Information to help you prepare your application
Information about certifying and translating documents, communicating with the department, using a migration agent, authorising another person to receive information from the department, and receiving assistance with your application.
See: Information to Help You Prepare Your Application
Application form
You must complete and include the application form with your application.
See: Form 147, Application for a temporary residence visa (non-business) (489KB PDF file)
Other costs
You will be required to pay for any medical and x-ray examinations.
You may be required to pay a charge for obtaining police checks. This charge varies from country to country. When you are required to obtain your own police checks, you are personally responsible for all arrangements. You should also be prepared to pay other costs associated with your application, such as the cost of translations of some documents.
How and where to lodge an application
Prior to lodging your application, inquire at a departmental office whether health and character checking will be required.
See: Health Requirements
If you are applying outside of Australia, you will need to be outside of Australia at the time a decision is made to grant the visa.
If you are applying in Australia, you will need to be in Australia at the time a decision is made to grant the visa.
You can lodge your application (and appropriate charge) by mail, fax, courier or in person.
| Where you are | Where to lodge |
|---|---|
In Australia |
Lodge at your nearest departmental office in Australia |
Outside Australia |
Lodge at the nearest Australian mission overseas |
After you lodge your application
Your application will be considered by the department. In some cases you may be asked to provide additional information to enable a decision to be made.
You should expect delays if:
- you do not lodge all documents at the same time
- your application is incomplete
- health or character issues emerge.
Visa decision
If your visa is approved, the department will send you a letter by post or email. This letter contains:
- your Visa Grant Number
- the validity date of your visa
- the visa conditions
- full details of what you must do next.
If your visa is not approved, the department will send you a letter by post or email advising you of:
- the reasons for the refusal decision
- your review rights (if any)
- the time limit for lodging an appeal.
More information
If you have read all of the available information for this visa, and you still require assistance, use the link below to contact us with your enquiry.
See: More Information