Temporary Work (Short Stay Activity) visa (subclass 400)

Features

This visa is for people who want to travel to Australia to:

• do short-term, highly specialised, non-ongoing work

• participate in non-ongoing cultural or social activities at the invitation of an Australian organisation, or

• in limited circumstances, participate in an activity or work relating to Australia’s interests. ​

Generally the stay period allowed is up to three months but up to six months may be considered in limited circumstances if supported by a strong business case.

Requirements

You might be eligible for this visa if you are outside Australia and you:

• have specialised skills, knowledge or experience that can assist Australian business

• have been invited to participate in an event by an organisation in Australia, or

• are required in Australia for exceptional circumstances of national importance, such as to assist following a natural disaster.