Entry to Australia
All foreign nationals travelling to Australia should confirm the appropriate visa subclass for their visit before departing. The Department of Home Affairs (formerly the Department of Immigration and Border Protection) provides guidance on the visa pathway that best suits each traveller, including short-term visitors and those attending a conference such as FOA 2019.
Special Category visa
New Zealand citizens travelling on a New Zealand passport are usually issued a Special Category visa automatically when they clear immigration in Australia. Holders of this visa may live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely. For full eligibility details, refer to the official fact sheet from the Department of Home Affairs.
Other passport holders
Visitors holding passports from other countries should consult the Australian Border Force visa listings to identify the correct visa subclass for attending a conference. Common pathways include the Visitor visa and the Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408), which may suit delegates attending a forum or event in Australia.
Planning ahead
- Identify the correct visa subclass for the purpose of travel.
- Review the health and character requirements that apply.
- Submit the application with sufficient lead time before the conference.
Ready to apply? See specific guidance for Visitor visas and Temporary Activity visas (subclass 408).
Visa Applications