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Temporary Work (International Relations) visa

Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403)

The Temporary Activity Visa (subclass 403) permits individuals to engage in any work or activity in Australia on a temporary basis, subject to specific conditions and requirements.

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With This Visa

This visa offers some great opportunities:
  • Work and Travel: You can work under bilateral agreements and travel to and from Australia without restrictions.
  • Family: You can bring immediate family members, but certain conditions apply.
  • Stay Duration: The visa allows you to stay up to 4 years, starting from your first entry into Australia or the date the visa is granted.
  • Extensions: You can’t extend this visa but can apply for another subclass 403 visa if you meet all the requirements.
  • Compliance: Following visa conditions and Australian laws and informing authorities of any changes during your stay is essential.
  • Travel: You can travel outside Australia without affecting your visa’s validity. You can also apply for visas for family members to join you later.
  • Departure: Before leaving Australia, ensure your travel documents and visa status are valid. Using Departures SmartGate can speed up airport departures.
  • Superannuation: You might be entitled to superannuation funds under certain conditions.
  • Travel Records: You can request travel records for verification purposes.

Eligibility

It would help if you met certain conditions to work in Australia under a special agreement between Australia and another country. You must:
  • Follow the agreement’s rules and get any necessary licenses or registrations.
  • Show that your work benefits Australia.
  • Support from both countries is needed to be involved in the agreement.
  • Be financially stable to support yourself and your family during your stay.
  • Hold a temporary visa (or have held one in the last 28 days) with specific restrictions.
  • Meet health and character requirements.
  • Have health insurance.
  • I intend to stay temporarily.
  • Repay any debts to the Australian Government.
  • Have a clean immigration history (no past visa cancellations or refusals).
  • Even if your visa was canceled or refused, you could still apply for a permanent visa. There are also specific rules if you’re applying from outside Australia, and you can get help with the process if needed.

Foreign Government Agency stream

In conclusion, this visa offers many opportunities, such as working for a foreign government agency, teaching a foreign language, and traveling freely to and from Australia while the visa is valid. You can also include family members in your application, which adds flexibility.
In Australia, it is essential to follow visa conditions and local laws and inform authorities of any changes. You can extend your stay under certain conditions, and the visa allows multiple entries without affecting its duration. Use VEVO to check specific conditions and work rights and to prove your visa status.
You can also apply for a subsequent entrant visa for family members. Before leaving Australia, make sure your travel documents and visa are valid, and use the Departures SmartGate for more accessible departures. Lastly, consider accessing any accumulated superannuation funds and request international movement records to document your travel history.

Eligibility

To apply for this visa, you need to:
  • Get a support letter from a recognized foreign government agency, national Government, or international organization. If you’re applying as a foreign language teacher, you’ll need a support letter from an Australian school or education authority.
  • Show you can financially support yourself and your family while in Australia.
  • Meet health and character requirements and have health insurance.
  • I intend to stay temporarily in Australia.
  • Fulfill any financial obligations to the Australian Government.
  • Have a good immigration history (no past visa cancellations or refusals).

Domestic Worker (Diplomatic or Consular)

With this visa, you can work full-time as a domestic worker for a Diplomatic visa holder and travel freely to and from Australia while the visa is valid. The visa allows you to stay up to 12 months and make multiple trips without extending the duration. Family members can’t be included in this visa, but you can apply for another visa later with support from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The application fee is AUD 365, plus any extra costs for checks.
When you arrive in Australia, you must fill out an Incoming Passenger Card and use SmartGate for quick airport exits. It is also essential to follow visa conditions and Australian laws, report any changes, and use the VEVO system to check your visa details and work rights.
Plan your stay carefully and apply for further visas if needed. Australian laws protect your workplace rights. Before leaving Australia, ensure your travel documents are valid and consider accessing any superannuation funds. You can also request records of your travel history to and from Australia.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this visa, you need to:
  • Be 18 years or older.
  • Have a support letter from the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
  • Have an employment contract that follows Australian workplace laws for pay and conditions.
  • Show you can financially support yourself during your stay.
  • Attend an interview to confirm your identity, job details, and documents.
  • I plan to work full-time as a domestic worker for a diplomatic visa holder.
  • Meet health and character requirements and have health insurance.
  • You intend to stay temporarily for the job or activity mentioned in your application.
  • Repay any debts to the Australian Government.
  • Have a good immigration history (no past visa cancellations or refusals).

Privileges and Immunities stream

With this temporary visa, you can work as an international representative in Australia and travel freely in and out of the country while the visa is valid. You can also bring your immediate family members with you.
The length of your stay is specified in the visa grant letter. It is usually tied to your job as an international representative with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) support. The visa allows multiple entries but cannot be extended, so you’ll need to apply for a new visa if you want to stay longer.
Family members can be included in your application, and the visa itself is free, but you might have to pay for police certificates and biometrics. It’s important to follow all visa conditions and Australian laws.
When you arrive in Australia, ensure you have a valid visa and passport and complete the required arrival forms. Using the SmartGate system can make airport departures quicker. Keep authorities updated on any changes, and use the VEVO system to check your visa details and work rights.
Before you leave Australia, ensure your travel documents and visa are valid. If you’ve worked in Australia, you might have access to superannuation funds.

To qualify for this visa, you need to:

To qualify for this visa, you need to:

  • Have or expect privileges and immunities per the law, supported by a letter from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
  • Show you can financially support yourself and any dependents while in Australia.
  • Work for the designated employer in a role that matches the specified privileges and immunities.
  • Meet character requirements for yourself and any family members over 16.
  • Have adequate health insurance.
  • They are intended to stay temporarily in Australia for the specified work or activity.
  • Repay any debts to the Australian Government before applying.
  • Have a good immigration history (no past visa cancellations or refusals).
Even if you’ve had visa issues before, you might still be able to apply for a permanent visa in some cases. If you need help, guidelines and resources are available for applying within and outside Australia.

Pacific Australia Labour Mobility stream

The PALM scheme visa lets people work in Australia with approved sponsors for different lengths, depending on their job contract. This visa allows multiple entries, so you can travel in and out of Australia if your work contract is valid. Following the visa rules, informing authorities of any changes, and obeying Australian laws is essential.
Some long-term workers can bring their families through a particular program. You need to have the correct travel documents when entering and leaving Australia, and you might be able to access superannuation funds if you’ve worked there. Overall, the PALM scheme visa provides a way to work temporarily in Australia with clear guidelines to help you stay legally and effectively.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the PALM scheme as a worker, you need to meet several criteria:
  • Citizenship and Residency: You must be a citizen and resident of a country participating in the PALM scheme.
  • Age: You need to meet the minimum age requirements.
  • Skills: You should have the necessary skills for the job you’re applying for.
  • English Proficiency: You must demonstrate adequate English language skills.
  • Character: You need to have a good character.
Additionally, you must have:
  • A job offer for an approved PALM scheme position.
  • A recruitment approval letter from an authorized sponsor.
The sponsor must be an approved temporary activities sponsor recognized by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) as a PALM scheme employer.
Other essential requirements include:
  • Meeting health and character standards.
  • Having adequate health insurance.
  • Planning to stay in Australia temporarily.
  • Following visa conditions.
  • Clearing any outstanding debts to the Australian Government.
  • A positive immigration history.
These guidelines ensure that applicants are well-prepared and suitable for the PALM scheme.
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