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Australia Visa from Kerala: Tourist and Business Visitor Visas
Holiday, family visit or business trip to Australia – all use the Visitor visa subclass 600, applied for online through ImmiAccount. Since 26 October 2026 most applicants from India also give fingerprints and a photo, and Kochi has a VFS collection centre for that. Visa Xpert, Kochi prepares the whole online application with you.
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Which Australia visa do you need?
Each page has the AUD 250 fee, the biometrics step in Kochi, documents and FAQs.
Quick answer
An Australia visitor visa from Kerala costs AUD 250 (about ₹16,800) in government fees since 1 July 2026, paid online in ImmiAccount, plus ₹1,425 for VFS biometrics when the Department asks – which it does for most applications lodged in India since 26 October 2026. Fingerprints and photo are taken at VFS Global Kochi or Thiruvananthapuram. Many decisions come within a few weeks; first-time applicants can take 1–2 months. Visa Xpert’s service charge is quoted per case.
Australia visas compared
Government fee in Australian dollars (indexed every July); rupee amounts approximate.
| Visa | Government fee | Processing time | Where to apply from Kerala | Our charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa – subclass 600 Tourist stream | AUD 250 ≈ ₹16,800 + ₹1,425 biometrics | Often a few weeks; 1–2 months for first-time or family applications | Online via ImmiAccount; biometrics at VFS Kochi or Thiruvananthapuram within 14 days of request | Ask us for a quote |
| Business visitor visa – subclass 600 Business stream | AUD 250 ≈ ₹16,800 + ₹1,425 biometrics | Often a few weeks; apply 6–8 weeks before the event | Online via ImmiAccount; biometrics at VFS Kochi or Thiruvananthapuram | Ask us for a quote |
| Sponsored Family stream (parents sponsored by a child in Australia) | AUD 250 ≈ ₹16,800 + ₹1,425 biometrics; possible security bond | Longer – several weeks to months | Online via ImmiAccount; sponsor lodges Form 1149 in Australia | Ask us for a quote |
Home Affairs fees and the biometrics rule checked on 4 November 2026 (fee AUD 250 from 1 July 2026; biometrics for Indian lodgements from 26 October 2026).
How Visa Xpert helps with Australia visas
The Department of Home Affairs decides every visa; we never promise an outcome, and we are not VFS or the High Commission. From Kochi we make sure the ImmiAccount application is complete, consistent and lodged correctly the first time.
- Right stream and timingTourist, Business Visitor or Sponsored Family – and when to lodge so the grant arrives before your dates.
- ImmiAccount done properlyThe online form asks many detailed questions; we complete it accurately with you and upload named scans.
- Funds and ties explainedStatements, ITR, employment or business proof and a clear purpose – the things Home Affairs checks.
- Biometrics and follow-upVFS Kochi booking within the 14-day window, replies to any Department request, and the grant checked in VEVO.
Australia visa from Kerala: frequently asked questions
Is there an Australia visa centre in Kochi?
The application is online, so there is no counter to visit. Biometrics, when requested, are taken at VFS Global Kochi or Thiruvananthapuram – both became Australian Biometrics Collection Centres on 26 October 2026.
How much does an Australia visitor visa cost from Kerala?
AUD 250 per person (about ₹16,800) since 1 July 2026, paid online by card, plus ₹1,425 per person for VFS biometrics if requested. Visa Xpert quotes its service charge per case; the government fee is not refunded if refused.
Do I need to give fingerprints for an Australian visa now?
Most people lodging in India since 26 October 2026 receive a biometrics request in ImmiAccount and must attend a VFS centre within about 14 days. Children under 5 give only a photo; applicants who gave biometrics for a recent Australian visa may be exempt. Read our two biometrics guides below.
How long does the Australia visa take?
Many Indian tourist and business applications are decided within a few weeks; first-time applicants, families and sponsored visits can take 1–2 months. Check the Home Affairs processing-time page and apply 2–3 months ahead.
Tourist or business visa – which one for a conference?
The Business Visitor stream of subclass 600, with an invitation from the conference or Australian company. It allows meetings, negotiations and events but not paid work.
Can my parents stay longer than 3 months in Australia?
Yes. The Department can grant 6- or 12-month stays, and the Sponsored Family stream (sponsored by their child in Australia) suits longer visits. There are also longer-validity visitor visas for parents of Australian residents – ask us.
Do I get a visa sticker in my passport?
No. Australian visas are electronic and linked to your passport. You receive a grant letter by email and can check the visa in VEVO; airlines check it the same way.
Is Visa Xpert part of VFS Global or the Australian High Commission?
No. Visa Xpert is an independent consultancy in Kochi since 2015 with 8,700+ Google reviews. Home Affairs decides; VFS collects biometrics. We prepare and lodge your application honestly – no guarantees.
Official sources
- Department of Home Affairs – Visitor visa (subclass 600)
- Department of Home Affairs – Visa processing times
- Department of Home Affairs – Visa pricing estimator
- VFS Global – Australia biometrics collection centres in India
Last checked: 4 November 2026. Government fees, exchange rates and processing times change; we confirm the latest before you pay anything.
Helpful visa guides
- Australia Biometrics Appointment in India: Step-by-Step Guide for Kochi and KeralaHow to book and attend your Australia visa biometrics appointment at the VFS centre in Kochi.
- Australia Visa Biometrics in India from 26 October 2026: Who Needs Them, Fees and Kerala CentresWho must give biometrics for an Australia visa, the fee, and where to do it in Kerala.
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