Temporary Activity Visa
A temporary activity visa (subclass 408) is
provided by the Australian Immigration Department
A temporary activity visa (subclass 408) is provided by the Australian Immigration Department that allows you to take part in any of the specialized programs. There are various programs offered by Australian authorities, for instance- youth exchange, cultural enrichment, and various school volunteering programs.
With this temporary visa, you can stay in Australia for a maximum period of 2 years. You can even bring your eligible family members and live with them in Australia.
Length of Your Stay
The period of your stay in Australia under this visa type depends on your purpose.
- If you’re invited by an organisation to participate in an event, then the stay period is 3 months.
- If you have been called by Australian Authorities to participate in any of their sponsored events, then the limit can be of 4 years.
- Apart from these two aforementioned purposes, you can stay for a maximum period of 2 years.
Eligibility Criteria for a Temporary Activity Visa
There are various criteria’s to qualify for an Australian temporary activity visa. These are:
- If you have met the requirements that are necessary for the particular type of activity you intend to participate in.
- You must meet all the character requirements along with health and financial requirements.
- If you have the genuine intention to stay in Australia temporarily for a period of 3 months and fulfil the purpose of your visit.
There is much more to add to it, once you come & consult us, we will help you with that.
Who can Sponsor?
To be eligible to sponsor someone for Temporary Activity Visa you must be:
- An Australian organisation (a business, a corporate or incorporate body or a non-profit organisation operating legitimately in Australia)
- A government agency or a state or territory government established legally in Australia
- A foreign government agency (foreign tourists and media bureaus, consular or diplomatic mission and trade offices) lawfully operating a business in Australia
- An organisation, a foreign government agency or a government agency endorsing sports or sports events legally in Australia
- A religious foundation recognised as a charity by the Australian Tax office
- Registered in another country but have a legal business in Australia
- Captain or proprietor of super yacht or the organisation that operates a super yacht
Financial Requirements
To sustain in Australia under this type of visa, you must be able to satisfy the financial requirements prescribed.
You must be able to prove that you are capable enough to support the financial needs of yourself and the family members that you have brought along. You might have to submit documents that prove that you have sufficient funds. Along with that, you will have to submit an employment contract, bank statements or a letter from your employment organisation that proves your financial stability. Keep in mind that some other documents such as – allowances, accommodation, and other important assistance from your financial institution also hold a strong mark in portraying your financial ability.
Health Requirements
In a country like Australia, health is an inevitable part. You must qualify the health requirements liable by the Australian Authorities. The outcomes of your health inspection are valid for a year. The health examination must be conducted by you even before starting with your visa filing process. One important thing to note is, the health validity period is the same for your family members as for you.
English Language Requirement
You must demonstrate your functional English proficiency with
- Overall band score of 4.5 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or
- 32 in TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or
- 30 in PTE (Pearson Test of English)
Character requirements
If you wish to stay in Australia for more than 12 months, then you must provide character requirements to the Australian Police Authority. Or, if you have been living in another country for a long time, you will have to provide character certificate obtained by that country’s authorities as well.
Subclass 408- Temporary Activity Visa
The Temporary Activity Visa lets you carry out one of the following activities in Australia on a temporary basis.
- Work in the entertainment industry
- Contribute in a special programme to boost international relations and cultural exchange
- Participate in cultural or social activities at the invitation of an Australian organisation
- Undertake full-time domestic work for certain senior foreign executives
- Work or watch as an academic in a research project
- Take part in an Australian Government endorsed event
- Work as a Religious Worker
- Get employment as a super yacht crew member
- Get to work in a skilled position under a staff exchange arrangement
- Take part in high-level sports (including training)
Other Relevant Matters
The delegate may also consider information that may be either beneficial or unfavourable to the applicant, such as:
- The applicant’s circumstances in their home country. This may include their personal circumstances such as their current employment, family situation, future prospects, and general circumstances of their country, e.g. civil unrest, economic strife or famine.
- Whether the position has been created to secure the person’s stay in Australia. Delegates should assess whether family members, the applicant’s community etc. have created the position to fit the attributes of the particular person.
- The personal attributes and vocational or employment background of the applicant and their ability to undertake the position. Factors to consider are the applicant’s current occupation, current skill level and whether they have undertaken the same or similar work in Australia or overseas.
- The applicant’s proficiency in English is consistent with their supported activities (although applicants are not required to undertake English language testing, however if they are to work in Australia that at least a rudimentary knowledge of English should be expected).
Visa Validity Period
The validity of the Temporary Activity Visa depends on the activity you been approved for:
- For Invited Participant activity and the Australian Government Endorsed activity, the visa can be valid up to 4 years.
- For rest of the activities, the visa can be valid up to 2 years.
Family Members
You can include your family members in your application:
However, if you are sponsored and intend to stay in Australia for more than 3 months, you must have a written statement on hand from your sponsor agreeing to sponsor your family members.
So if you are thinking to apply any type of temporary activity visa. Talk to us today and we will suggest you the best possible visa category as per your situation.
How Can Ausyes Migration Help as Your Temporary Visa Agent in Adelaide?
Our agents at Ausyes Migration strives to make your temporary visa application process smooth by maintaining your peace of mind. Our registered migration agents in Adelaide are experts in Australian partner and De facto visas and can assist you in determining the visa’s eligibility incorporating paramount professionalism and cost-effectiveness. We focus on the quick and efficient application process so that you can secure your visa as soon as possible. Our visa consultants are always on standby to support you at every point in the application process. Book a consultation with our migration agents now.