Subclass 408

Subclass 408 – Temporary Activity Visa

OVERVIEW

The Subclass 408 Temporary Activity visa allows individuals to come to Australia temporarily to participate in specific activities or work. This visa is versatile, covering various streams tailored to different purposes, such as cultural enrichment, sports, research, and more. Each stream has specific eligibility criteria and conditions to suit the nature of the activity or work.

KEY FEATURES

Versatility – Multiple streams catering to different activities and work.
Short to Long-Term Stay – Depending on the stream, stay durations can vary from a few weeks to up to four years.
Work and Study – Some streams allow limited work and study opportunities in Australia.

SUBCLASS 408 (STREAMS)

AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT ENDORSED EVENTS STREAM

This temporary visa lets you come to Australia to participate in events endorsed by the Australian Government.

It is only for participation in certain events that have been endorsed by the Australian Government
You can stay in Australia for the duration of the event, or up to 4 years

SPECIAL PROGRAM STREAM

This visa lets you stay in Australia to take part in an approved special program. Special programs can include youth exchange, cultural enrichment or community programs, school language assistants or “gap year school volunteering “.

Take part in a special program in Australia to exchange culture, knowledge and social experiences
Stay in Australia for usually up to 12 months with members of your family unit
Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance

RELIGIOUS WORK STREAM

This visa lets you do full-time religious work for a religious institution in Australia. You and your family who apply for the visa with you can stay here for up to 2 years.

Do full-time religious work to serve a religious institution in Australia
Stay in Australia for up to 2 years with members of your family unit
Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance

RESEARCH ACTIVITIES STREAM

This visa lets you observe or take part in a research project at a research or tertiary institution in Australia. You and your family who apply for the visa with you can stay here for up to 2 years.

Observe or take part in an Australian research project
Stay in Australia for up to 2 years with members of your family unit
Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance

INVITED PARTICIPANT STREAM

This visa lets you come to Australia if you are invited to participate in a community-based event, including sporting events. You and your family who travel on the visa with you can stay here for up to 3 months.

You must have been invited to take part in a community-based event in Australia
You can stay in Australia for up to 3 months with members of your family unit
You can apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance

SPORTING ACTIVITIES STREAM

This visa allows you to play, coach, instruct or adjudicate for an Australian team, or do high level sports training with a sporting organisation. You and your family can stay in Australia for up to 2 years.

Play, coach, instruct or adjudicate for an Australian team, or do high-level sports training with a sporting organisation
Stay for up to 2 years with members of your family unit
Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance

ENTERTAINMENT ACTIVITIES STREAM

This temporary visa lets you come to Australia to work in the entertainment industry on film, television or live productions as a performer, production or support staff. You can include family members in your visa application.

Work on film, television or live productions in the entertainment industry
Stay in Australia for up to 2 years with members of your family unit
Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance

SUPERYACHT CREW STREAM

This visa lets you work in Australia as a crew member of a superyacht. You can stay here for up to 12 months.

Be a crew member on a superyacht in Australia
Stay in Australia for up to 12 months
Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance

EXCHANGE ARRANGEMENTS STREAM

This visa lets you come to Australia as part of a staff exchange with an Australian organisation. You and your family members who travel here on the visa with you can stay for up to 2 years.

Take part in a staff exchange and work in an Australian organisation
Stay in Australia for up to 2 years with members of your family unit
Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance

DOMESTIC WORK FOR EXECUTIVES STREAM

This visa lets you come to Australia to do full-time domestic work in the household of certain senior foreign executives. You and members of your family unit can stay here for up to 2 years.

Do full-time domestic work in an Australian household of certain senior foreign executives
Stay in Australia for up 2 years with members of your family unit
Apply for the visa in or outside Australia, but not in immigration clearance

APPLICATION PROCESS

Check Eligibility – Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the relevant stream.

Gather Documents – Collect required documents, including proof of sponsorship, invitation, and other personal documents.

Apply Online – Submit your application through the Department of Home Affairs website.

Await Decision – Wait for the visa decision. Processing times vary by stream.

CONDITIONS & OBLIGATIONS

Activity-Specific Work – You can only engage in the specific activity or work for which the visa was granted.

Healthcare – Must not incur any public health debts during your stay.

Insurance – It is advisable to have health insurance for the duration of your stay.

Comply with Australian Laws – Abide by Australian laws and visa conditions during your stay.

BENEFITS

Flexible Streams – Options for a wide range of activities and work.

Professional Development – Opportunities to gain international experience.

Contribute to Australia – Engage in activities that benefit Australian society.

WHY CHOOSE EMIGRATE LAWYERS?

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We offer:

Personalized Service – Tailored advice to meet your specific needs.

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