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Australia Business Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) from Kerala
Going to Australia for meetings, a conference, a trade fair or to explore a business deal? You need the Visitor visa subclass 600, Business Visitor stream. It is applied for online through ImmiAccount, costs AUD 250 and – since 26 October 2026 – usually needs a short biometrics visit to VFS Kochi. Visa Xpert, Kochi prepares the application with you and your company.
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Australia business visa at a glance
- Government feeAUD 250 per person (about ₹16,800), paid online. VFS biometrics ₹1,425 per person if requested.
- Processing timeBusiness visitor applications from India are often decided within a few weeks; allow 1–2 months for a first application. Check the live Home Affairs times.
- Stay and validityUp to 3 months per visit for business activities (no work for an Australian employer). Validity is typically 12 months multiple entry, up to 3 years for frequent travellers.
- Where you apply from KeralaOnline in ImmiAccount. Biometrics, if asked, at VFS Global Kochi or Thiruvananthapuram within 14 days.
Quick answer
Yes – business travellers from Kerala apply online for the Australia subclass 600 Business Visitor stream through ImmiAccount. The fee is AUD 250 (about ₹16,800) plus a ₹1,425 VFS biometrics fee if requested; decisions often take a few weeks. It covers meetings, conferences, negotiations and site visits, but not paid work. Visa Xpert’s service charge is quoted per case – call or WhatsApp +91 89211 53604.
Australia business visitor visa: key facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official visa | Visitor visa (subclass 600) – Business Visitor stream, applied for from outside Australia. |
| Who it is for | Business meetings, negotiations, conferences and trade fairs, exploring investment or business opportunities, official government visits. Not for paid work, selling goods directly to the public or providing services to an Australian business. |
| Government fee | AUD 250 per person (about ₹16,800; moves with the exchange rate). Paid by card in ImmiAccount; not refundable if refused. |
| Centre / VFS fee | Biometrics at VFS Global: ₹1,425 per person, only after Home Affairs requests it. |
| Visa Xpert service charge | Ask us for a quote – call or WhatsApp +91 89211 53604. The government fee is paid separately. |
| Standard processing time | Home Affairs publishes live times; many business visitor applications from India are decided within a few weeks. Apply 6–8 weeks before the event. |
| Stay / validity | Up to 3 months per entry. Visa usually valid 12 months with multiple entries; up to 3 years for applicants with a strong travel history. |
| Where you apply from Kerala | ✓ VFS Kochi · also Thiruvananthapuram Lodge online from your office or ours. If a biometrics letter arrives in ImmiAccount, attend VFS Kochi or Thiruvananthapuram within 14 days. |
| Form / portal | ImmiAccount (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au) – online form, uploads and payment. The visa is electronic; no passport submission. |
| Checked on | 4 November 2026 |
Plain words: Business Visitor stream is the version of the tourist visa for short business activities. ImmiAccount is the online portal. VEVO is the site where you check your granted visa.
Australia business visa documents checklist
Two parts: your personal documents and the business purpose documents. We arrange both for upload.
Personal documents
- Passport – colour scan of the photo page, valid for the trip
- Digital passport-size photo
- Personal bank statements for 3–6 months and ITR for 2 years
- Marriage and children’s birth certificates if family travel with you
Business purpose
- Invitation letter from the Australian company, conference or trade fair: dates, purpose, who pays
- Letter from your employer in India confirming your role, the purpose of the trip and that you will return (on letterhead)
- Conference registration or exhibitor confirmation, if any
- Proof of previous business dealings with the Australian party (emails, contracts, invoices) if available
Your company (self-employed or directors)
- Company registration (GST, Udyam, incorporation certificate)
- Company bank statements for 6 months and last 2 years’ audited accounts or ITR
- Your designation and shareholding (board resolution if you are a director)
- Website, brochure or product profile – a short introduction to your business
Trip logistics
- Tentative flight itinerary and hotel booking (do not pay for non-refundable tickets)
- Travel plan listing each meeting or event
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Good to know
- The visa does not allow you to work for an Australian employer, install or service equipment under a contract, or sell to the public – those need a different visa
- Biometrics: most applicants in India are asked since 26 October 2026 – see our appointment guide
- A previous Australian visa and clean travel history make a 3-year grant more likely
Step by step: business visitor visa from Kochi
Five steps.
- ConsultationWe check that the Business Visitor stream covers your activities (it does not cover paid work) and plan the timing around your event.
- Documents from both sidesYou send personal and company documents; the Australian host sends the invitation. We review everything for consistency.
- ImmiAccount applicationWe complete the subclass 600 form, upload the file and pay AUD 250 by card. Each traveller has their own application.
- Biometrics if requestedBook VFS Global Kochi or Thiruvananthapuram within 14 days of the letter; 15-minute visit; ₹1,425 per person.
- Decision and travelGrant notice by email; we check it in VEVO. Carry the grant letter and the invitation when you fly.
How Visa Xpert helps business travellers
Home Affairs decides every visa and we never promise a result. We make sure the business purpose is clearly documented and the application is lodged correctly, fast.
- Scope checkWe confirm your activities fit the Business Visitor stream, so you are not refused for choosing the wrong visa.
- Company fileRegistration, financials, employer letter and invitation prepared in the format Home Affairs expects.
- Fast, accurate lodgingImmiAccount form completed with you in one sitting; payment and uploads the same day.
- Biometrics and follow-upVFS Kochi booking, replies to any Department request, and VEVO check after grant.
2026 notes for business visitors from Kerala
What to expect this year
- Fee AUD 250 since 1 July 2026 (was AUD 200); indexed every July.
- Biometrics since 26 October 2026 for most applications lodged in India; Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram are collection centres (₹1,425). Our guide explains who is exempt.
- Repeat travellers get faster decisions and often longer validity; keep your previous grant letters.
- Trade fairs and conferences: apply as soon as registration is confirmed; peak-season processing is slower.
- Frequent Traveller stream: a separate 10-year visitor visa exists only for Chinese nationals; Indian business travellers use the Business Visitor stream.
- Electronic visa: airlines check VEVO; no sticker is issued.
Australia business visa: frequently asked questions
What can I do on an Australia business visitor visa?
Attend meetings, conferences and trade fairs, negotiate contracts, explore business or investment opportunities and make official visits. You cannot do paid work for an Australian business, sell goods or services to the public, or provide services under a contract.
How much does the Australia business visa cost from Kerala?
AUD 250 per person (about ₹16,800) paid online, 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 the visa is refused.
How long does the business visitor visa take?
Often a few weeks for applicants from India with complete files; first-time applicants can take 1–2 months. Check the Home Affairs processing-time page and apply 6–8 weeks before your event.
Do I need an invitation letter from Australia?
It is strongly recommended. A letter from the Australian company, conference or trade fair stating the purpose, dates and who pays is the main evidence of your business purpose.
Can I apply for a 3-year multiple-entry business visa?
You can request a longer validity in the application. Home Affairs grants 3 years mainly to travellers with previous Australian visas and a clean travel record; first-time applicants usually receive 12 months.
Do I need to give biometrics in Kochi?
Most applicants lodging in India since 26 October 2026 receive a biometrics request in ImmiAccount. You then book VFS Global Kochi or Thiruvananthapuram within 14 days. If you gave biometrics for a recent Australian visa you may not be asked again.
Can my spouse travel with me on a business trip?
Yes – they apply separately for the Tourist stream of the same subclass 600 visa, with the same fee. We link the applications in ImmiAccount.
Is Visa Xpert part of VFS Global or the Australian High Commission?
No. Visa Xpert is an independent consultancy in Kochi since 2015. 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) Business Visitor stream
- Department of Home Affairs – Visa processing times
- Department of Home Affairs – Visa pricing estimator
- ImmiAccount login
- 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.
Business trip to Australia coming up?
WhatsApp the invitation or event details and your passport photo. We will confirm the right stream, send the checklist and quote the same day.
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