Australia•OceaniaTemporary Activity visa (subclass 408)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
1,110 AUD
Stay Duration
Up to 2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for temporary activities including exchange arrangements, research, religious work, volunteer work, and cultural activities. Multiple streams for different purposes.
The Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) is a flexible visa for various short-term activities including staff exchange, research, religious work, volunteer work, and cultural participation. Multiple streams accommodate different types of temporary activities.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With validity for activity duration
Passport photo
Recent digital photo
Activity details
Documentation of the temporary activity
Sponsor Documents
Sponsorship letter
From approved temporary activities sponsor
Activity agreement
Details of the temporary activity arrangement
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Advantages
- Multiple activity streams
- Supports exchange programs
- Allows volunteer work
- Cultural and research opportunities
Considerations
- Requires organization sponsorship
- Limited to approved activities
- Temporary visa only
- No pathway to permanent residency
Application Process
Identify activity type
Determine which stream applies to your activity
Secure organization sponsorship
Australian organization must sponsor your activity
Prepare activity details
Document the temporary activity or exchange
Create ImmiAccount
Register on immigration portal
Lodge visa application
Submit complete application with sponsor details
Pay visa fee
Pay AUD 1,110 application fee
Await decision
Monitor application status
Application Forms
Temporary Activity visa application
Form ID: Form 1283
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