Visitor visa (subclass 600)
Evidence checklist — as at 2026-03-15. All requirements are sourced from current Australian migration law.
genuineGenuine Visitor3 items
The applicant must demonstrate an intention to stay temporarily in Australia and comply with visa conditions. Decision makers assess travel purpose, home-country ties, travel history, immigration compliance record, and economic circumstances. This is a balance-of-factors test.
- Travel purpose statementNot started
Proves: A written explanation of why the applicant intends to visit Australia, supporting the genuine visitor assessment under clause 600.211.
⚠ Common gaps (3)
- • No written explanation provided
- • Purpose is vague — does not specify activities or dates
- • Statement contradicts other documents (e.g., planned stay longer than return flight)
- Evidence of ties to home countryNot started
Proves: Demonstrates the applicant has strong incentives to return home after the visit, supporting the genuine visitor test.
⚠ Common gaps (3)
- • No stable employment or property documented
- • Only informal or handwritten letters from employer
- • Self-employed with no business registration evidence
- Previous international travel historyNot started
Proves: Demonstrates a pattern of compliance with visa conditions in other countries, reducing refusal risk under the genuine visitor test.
⚠ Common gaps (3)
- • No prior international travel history — provide additional home-country ties evidence
- • Prior overstay record not addressed in a covering statement
- • Passport not submitted with prior stamps
financialFinancial Capacity2 items
The applicant must demonstrate the ability to financially support their travel and stay in Australia without recourse to public funds. Evidence should show sufficient funds relative to the planned length of stay.
- Bank statements (3–6 months)Not started
Proves: Demonstrates the applicant has sufficient funds to support their visit without recourse to public funds.
⚠ Common gaps (3)
- • Statements from only the past 1 month
- • Large unexplained deposits immediately before the application
- • Balance insufficient relative to the proposed stay duration
- Income evidence (payslips, tax returns, or sponsor letter)Not started
Proves: Supports the source of funds and confirms the financial capacity evidence is genuine and verifiable.
⚠ Common gaps (3)
- • Income stated on application does not match payslips
- • No tax records to corroborate self-employment income
- • Sponsor letter not accompanied by the sponsor's own financial evidence
otherClear Travel Plan1 items
The applicant should provide a reasonable explanation of their intended travel activities in Australia, including proposed dates, accommodation, and activities. A credible travel plan supports the genuine visitor assessment.
- Travel itinerary (flights, accommodation, activities)Not started
Proves: Demonstrates a credible, specific plan for the visit, supporting the genuine visitor assessment.
⚠ Common gaps (3)
- • One-way flight only with no explanation of return arrangements
- • No accommodation plan for the full proposed stay
- • Itinerary for only a portion of the proposed trip length
otherInvitation Support (Visiting Family or Friends)1 items
If the applicant is visiting an Australian resident, evidence from the host may be required. This includes an invitation letter and proof of the host's status in Australia. Not required for all applicants — only when the primary travel purpose is to visit a host.
- Invitation letter from Australian hostNot started
Proves: Confirms the purpose of visiting a host and supports the genuine visitor assessment when the travel purpose is to see family or friends.
⚠ Common gaps (3)
- • Invitation letter does not state the relationship or length of intended stay
- • Host's Australian status not confirmed with a document
- • Letter is informal and not signed
identityIdentity Confirmation1 items
The applicant must provide documents confirming their identity. A valid passport is the primary identity document. National ID or birth certificate may be required in some circumstances.
- Valid passport (bio page)Not started
Proves: Primary identity document confirming the applicant's identity and travel document validity.
⚠ Common gaps (3)
- • Passport expiring within 6 months of proposed travel
- • Name on application differs from passport
- • Passport pages damaged or illegible