Australia Visit Visa — Overview for Pakistanis
The Australia Visitor visa (subclass 600) is an online application processed by the Department of Home Affairs. Pakistani nationals must submit through ImmiAccount, Australia's official online visa portal. No in-person interview is required — the entire process is conducted online. Three main streams are available: the Tourist Stream for standard tourism and family visits, the Sponsored Family Stream if you are sponsored by an eligible Australian family member, and the Business Visitor Stream for meetings and conferences.
The visa application charge for the Tourist Stream offshore application is dynamic in the Home Affairs pricing system and starts around AUD 190–200+ for most applicants at time of writing — verify the current fee in ImmiAccount on your application date as fees may change. Card surcharges may apply. No interview fee is payable, but health examinations and biometrics may be requested. Government fees, exchange rates, and any optional service charges may change — our team confirms the latest payable amount before submission.
The Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement is one of the most critical elements of a Pakistani applicant's Australia file. A vague or generic GTE statement is a leading cause of refusal. Your GTE statement must be specific, credible, and directly linked to your personal circumstances in Pakistan and the genuine purpose of your visit.
Required Documents
- Valid passport — all biographical data pages, plus any old passports
- Completed online application — via ImmiAccount at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
- Bank statements (3–6 months) — personal account showing consistent income and balance
- Employment letter — confirming position, salary, approved leave, and expected return
- Salary slips — 3 months minimum
- Business documents — NTN, registration, bank statements (self-employed)
- Property ownership / lease documents — demonstrating ties to Pakistan
- Travel itinerary — hotel bookings and planned activities
- Character declaration — if required based on profile
- Health insurance — Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC) recommended
- Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement — a written explanation of your purpose and intent to return
Common Refusal Reasons
- Failure to satisfy GTE requirement — officer not convinced you are a genuine temporary visitor with intent to return to Pakistan
- Insufficient financial evidence — funds do not cover accommodation, flights, and living expenses for the trip duration
- Weak ties to Pakistan — no stable employment, property, or family responsibilities at home
- Incomplete documentation — missing employment evidence, poor-quality document scans
- Inconsistent information — discrepancies between your application answers and documents provided
Applicant-Specific Strategy
Australia's subclass 600 is assessed without an interview, which means your documents and GTE statement must speak entirely for themselves:
- Employed applicants: Employment letter confirming leave approval, position, salary, and expected return to work. Salary credits in bank statements must match the stated salary. HR contact reachable for verification.
- Business owners: Business registration, NTN/STRN, tax profile, business bank statement, personal bank statement, and a business cover letter explaining the business and your role as a key person required in Pakistan.
- Students: Enrollment letter, student card, NOC or leave from institution, financial package from sponsoring parent or guardian, and documented family ties remaining in Pakistan.
- Housewife / dependents: Sponsor (husband/parent) income and bank statements, maintenance letter, marriage certificate or NADRA FRC, and clear family tie documentation in Pakistan.
- Sponsored family stream: Sponsor eligibility proof, sponsor's Australian residence documentation, relationship evidence, and sponsor's ability to maintain applicant during stay.
- Previous refusal: Declare it fully. Identify the GTE or financial weakness that caused the refusal and address it explicitly in your new GTE statement and cover letter.
How Shaheen Visa Helps
- Initial eligibility and refusal-risk assessment based on your profile
- Personalized document checklist — tailored to your stream and applicant type
- GTE statement drafting — specific, credible, profile-linked
- Financial document review — bank statement consistency, salary-to-balance matching, deposit explanation
- Cover letter drafting where applicable
- ImmiAccount application guidance — document formats, file sizes, section-by-section
- Previous refusal analysis and reapplication strategy
No consultant can guarantee Australian visa approval. The final decision rests with the Department of Home Affairs. Our role is to ensure your genuine case is presented as clearly and credibly as possible.
Processing Times
Australia's online system typically processes Pakistani visitor visa applications within 20 to 40 calendar days for straightforward cases. Complex cases or those requiring additional documents may take longer. Some applications are processed faster. Do not purchase non-refundable flights before receiving your visa grant.
Processing times last verified: May 2026. Always verify current times before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
📋 Start with a free profile review. Send us your passport details, previous travel history, employment or business profile, bank statement summary, intended travel dates, and your GTE circumstances. We will assess your eligibility, identify refusal risks, and explain what your specific profile needs — before you pay the visa application charge.
Official Resources
Official application portal: immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
