Subclass 400
Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Visa
The Subclass 400 Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa allows individuals to come to Australia for a short period to do highly specialized, non-ongoing work or participate in an activity or work relating to Australia’s interests. It is ideal for professionals with unique skills and experience not readily available in Australia.
Key Features
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Subclass 400 visa, applicants must:
Application Process
Document Checklist
- Valid passport
- Evidence of highly specialized skills (e.g., qualifications, references, work experience)
- Invitation or contract from an Australian organization
- Evidence of intention to return to your home country (e.g., ties to your home country)
- Health and character documents
Conditions & Obligations
No Work Limitation – You can only work in the specific job or role you were granted the visa for.
Healthcare – You must not incur any public health debts during your stay.
Health Insurance – It is advisable to have health insurance for the duration of your stay. You are personally liable for all your healthcare costs while you are in Australia. Insurance can help limit your financial liability.
Comply with Australian Laws – Abide by Australian laws and visa conditions during your stay.
Travel – 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.
The visa is granted with either:
- single entry – you will only be allowed to enter Australia once. You can’t re-enter Australia on the visa. To return to Australia after you leave, you will need to apply for a new visa, or
- multiple entry – you can leave and re-enter Australia as many times as you want during the visa stay period.
Re-entering Australia on a multiple entry visa does not restart the period of stay you were granted.
The time you spend outside Australia does not extend the visa.
Benefits
Why Choose Emigrate Lawyers?
At Emigrate Lawyers, we are dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of Australian immigration law. Our expert team will guide you through every step of the Subclass 400 visa application process, ensuring that you have the best chance of success. We offer:
Let us help you make your short-term specialist work dreams a reality in Australia. Contact us today!