Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa (Subclass 400)

can't reasonably be found in the Australian labour market

Non-ongoing work means work that is likely to be completed within 6 months or less, and you do not expect or arrange to stay in Australia after this time for any reason related to that work.

You must be outside Australia when you apply for the visa and when we make a decision on your application.

Employers must provide a contract or letter of offer. See what they have to do in:

You will need to provide proof that you have work.

You can apply for this visa if you have specialised skills, knowledge or experience that: can assist Australian business

The Australian business or overseas employer might need to show that they have tried to find Australian workers to do the work first, as this visa can't be granted if it affects employment or training opportunities for Australian citizens or permanent residents.

only do the work or activities for which your visa was granted

do short-term work in a highly specialised job

have highly specialised skills, knowledge or experience that can help Australian business and can't reasonably be found in Australia

Non-ongoing work means work that is likely to be completed within 6 months or less, and you do not expect or arrange to stay in Australia after this time for any reason related to that work.

a copy of your resume

any licenses or qualifications you have

a letter from your overseas employer explaining your current position and duties.

perform as an entertainer in Australia or support an entertainer or group of entertainers performing in Australia

direct, produce or take any other part in a production that will be shown, broadcast or performed in Australia (including theatre, film, television, radio, concert or a recording).

You can include Members of the family unit in your application when you apply.

Any family members included in your application are not permitted to work or study in Australia.

bring family members with you, but they are not allowed to work or study in Australia, except to do a language training program

We can grant this visa for up to 6 months (depending on the circumstances).

Generally, for a stay period longer than 3 months, a strong business case must be provided with the application.

This is a temporary visa. You will have 6 months from the date the visa is granted to first enter Australia (or a lesser period specified). The period of stay you were granted starts on the date you first enter Australia.

Your stay period in Australia commences once you arrive and does not restart each time you travel.

You can't apply for this visa in Australia or stay longer by extending this visa.