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Flexible Work Solutions: Australian Short Stay Work Visas

by Joanna Hill : November 21st, 2016

Australian Short Stay Work Visas

Australian Short Stay Work Visas are designed to provide flexible visa solutions for a range of short term Australian labour force requirements.

If you are an employer, organisation or individual looking to apply for one of the visas below, get in touch for tailored advice for your situation.

Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) Visa Subclass 400

The Subclass 400 Visa is for people who are needed in Australia to do short term, highly specialised, non-ongoing work.

In some circumstances people who are participating in work or an activity relating to Australia’s interests may be eligible for this visa.

Visa holders can bring family members to Australia with them holding this visa.

Generally Subclass 400 visa holders will be granted stays of 3 or up to 6 months. If a longer stay is required the 482 visa is generally a more suitable visa option.

Temporary Activity Visa Subclass 408

The Temporary Activity Visa allows the holder to travel to Australia to participate in certain temporary work activities.

The Subclass 408 Temporary Activity Visa covers a wide range of specific work activities, including:

  • Entertainment Activities: work as performer in the entertainment industry;
  • Invited Participant: participation in social or cultural activities at the invitation of an Australian organisation;
  • Research Activities: participation or observation relating to an Australian research project;
  • Exchange Arrangements: work in a skilled position under a staff exchange arrangement;
  • Sporting Activities: participation in high-level sports competitions or sports training programs;
  • Special Program: participation in approved special programs;
  • Religious Worker: work as a full time religious worker;
  • Superyacht Crew: employment as a superyacht crew member;
  • Domestic Worker (Executive): workers engaged in full-time domestic work in the household of certain senior foreign executives;
  • Australian Government Endorsed Event: participation in a government endorsed event.

Stay periods and application requirements are dependent on the stream of the visa being applied for.

Sponsorship is required for some streams of the visa.

Temporary Work (International Relations) visa Subclass 403 PALM Stream

The PALM Stream of the Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (Subclass 403) allows applicants to travel to Australia to participate in the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility Scheme.

Visa applicants must be sponsored by an employer who is a Temporary Activities Sponsor and approved PALM scheme employer in eligible industries and eligible rural and regional locations.

Visa applicants must also be approved by DFAT to participate in the PALM scheme. Applicants must meet requirements including age requirements and have specified employment and English language skills.

This visa can be granted for up to 4 years.

Temporary Work (International Relations) visa Subclass 403

In addition to the PALM Stream, the Subclass 403 Temporary Work visa also has streams designed for foreign workers who need to come to Australia to do temporary work.

This includes the following streams:

  • Government Agreement Stream: For work that relates to a bilateral agreement
  • Foreign Government Agency Stream: for certain representatives of foreign governments, or language teachers employed by a foreign government to teach language in a school;
  • Domestic Worker (Diplomatic or Consular) Stream: for people working as domestic workers in the house of a Subclass 995 Diplomatic (temporary) visa holder;
  • Privileges and immunities stream: For a person with relevant privileges and immunities.

Other Work Visa Options

For on-going or longer term work, Employer Sponsored Visas provide longer term workforce security.

Employer Sponsored Visas including the Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage Visa and employer sponsored Permanent Residency visas target hard to staff occupations and locations.

For positions which fall outside the targeted occupation lists, a Labour Agreement enables employers to negotiate employment options specific to their industry or location.

Why choose MyAusPath Migration Agents?

Outsourcing visa applications to MyAusPath is a strategic decision for employers looking to streamline the hiring process while ensuring compliance with complex immigration regulations.

Our agency’s expertise in navigating the intricacies of Australian visa applications saves employers valuable time and resources, allowing them to focus on their core business operations. We handle every aspect of the visa process, from initial assessments to document preparation and communication with relevant authorities, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience.

Reasons employers value our input include:

  1. Expertise: Our Migration Agents possess in-depth knowledge of the latest immigration policies and regulations. They are registered with the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARN 1575613) therefore they can provide personalized guidance tailored to your unique circumstances and situation.Streamlined Process: We understand the intricacies of the application process. Our agents will help you gather the necessary documents, fill out forms accurately, and submit your application promptly.Peace of Mind: Navigating the path to citizenship can be complex. With our Migration Agents by your side, you can have confidence that your application is in capable hands.Support: From answering your questions to addressing concerns, our agents provide comprehensive support, making the entire process more manageable and less stressful.

About MyAusPath

MyAusPath is a full service Australian Migration Agency based in Port Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. We help individuals, business owners and HR managers to consistently achieve successful visa outcomes. We are registered with MARA so you know you can rely on our advice (MARN 1575613).

At MyAusPath we are here to give you friendly, efficient service. We make the complex and constantly changing Australian visa application requirements simple and stress free for clients. 

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Joanna Hill

Registered Migration Agent

Joanna Hill is a Registered Migration Agent with over 8 years experience assisting individuals, business owners and HR managers to apply for all Australian Visas. Joanna’s areas of expertise include Work Visas, Partner Visas, Visitor Visas and Australian Citizenship. She makes the complex and constantly changing process of applying for Australian visas simple and stress free for client sand achieves a 100% success rate for partner visa applications. Joanna is a Member of the Migration Institute of Australia and is registered with the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARN 1575613). In addition to her work in Migration, Joanna has over 15 years experience as a teacher, Leading Teacher and Learning Specialist in Primary and Secondary schools. She has a research Masters in Education and has presented research and workshops at conferences in Australia and internationally.