Australian Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) — Document Checklist
A guide to the documents typically required when applying to visit family or friends in Australia. Prepare the items that apply to your situation before lodging your application.
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1. Identity Documents
Who you are.
- Current passport — all pages, valid at least 6 months from your travel date, with sufficient blank pages
- All previous / old passports
- National ID card (or birth certificate, as applicable by age)
- Proof of any change of name — e.g. marriage certificate / Nikah Nama
- Recent passport-sized photograph
2. Proof of Funds & Financial Capacity
That you can support your stay and return home.
- Personal bank statements (last 3–6 months)
- Bank solvency certificate
- Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR) or savings certificates (if any)
- FDR / bank account statement
- Income tax returns (last 3 years) & tax clearance certificate
- Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) certificate
3. Employment & Occupation
Provide the documents that match your situation.
- If employed (service holder): employer/official letter confirming your position and approved leave, recent pay slips, and salary certificate
- If a business owner: trade licence / business registration (with certified English translation & notarisation), and company bank statement (last 6 months)
- If retired: retirement / pension certificate (with certified English translation & notarisation)
- If a student: enrolment certificate / student ID and a leave-of-absence letter from your institution
4. Property, Business & Assets
Strong ties to your home country.
- Property or land ownership deed (if any)
- Property / asset valuation report
- Commercial shop or flat rental agreement (rental income)
5. Invitation & Your Host in Australia
Who is inviting you and their status in Australia.
- Invitation letter from your family member in Australia (relationship, purpose of visit, length of stay, and accommodation)
- Host’s passport and visa grant letter / proof of residency status
- Host’s Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) and Student ID, if they are a student
- If your host is hosting or sponsoring you: their utility bill, recent bank statements and income tax certificate
6. Relationship & Supporting Documents
Your relationship, ties and travel plans.
- Birth registration certificate (proof of relationship)
- Marriage certificate & Nikah Nama
- Utility bill (proof of address)
- Travel plan / itinerary for your visit
- Cover letter explaining the purpose of your visit and your intention to return home
Important: Any document not in English must be accompanied by a certified English translation (and notarisation where required). This is a general guide only — the documents required can vary with individual circumstances. Contact AR Education Group for personalised advice on your application.