Temporary Work Visa (Short-Stay Specialist)

The Temporary Work visa – Subclass 400 allows skilled workers from overseas to temporarily work in Australia in specialised roles.

This visa is specifically for highly specialised, and non-permanent work, grants are for short-term typically lasting up to 3 months, with the possibility of extension to 6 months in certain circumstances. In certain situations, it can also be used for activities or work related to Australia’s interests.

To be eligible for the visa, the applicant:

Must possess specialised skills, knowledge, or experience that can benefit Australian businesses and cannot be easily found in the local labour market.
The work you undertake should be non-permanent, meaning it is expected to be completed within 6 months or less, and you have no intentions of staying in Australia beyond that period for work-related reasons.

Eligibility

It is essential to demonstrate that you have specific, specialised work in Australia that you plan to complete (e.g., Commission Specialised Equipment, Specialised Consulting, Assist in Disaster Recovery/National Interests).

Requirements

During the visa application process, the applicant for the 400 visa must demonstrate meeting certain requirements, including:

You must possess highly specialised skills, knowledge, or experience.
Additionally, you need to demonstrate the ability to support yourself and any dependents, and show genuine intent as a visitor.
Meeting the health, character, and English requirements is also necessary.

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