Visitor Visa Tourist Stream (subclass 600)for 🇯🇵 Japan citizens travelling to 🇦🇺 Australia

📋Required Documents5

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  Completed and submitted online visa application (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au)
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  Evidence of genuine temporary stay intention (strong ties to home country)
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  Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay and pay for your return journey
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  Recent passport-size photograph
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  Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay)

ℹ️What to Expect

As a Japan passport holder, you can enter Australia without applying for a visa in advance. Present your valid passport at the port of entry and confirm your intended stay is within up to 365 days. Border officers may ask for proof of onward travel, sufficient funds, and accommodation details. Always verify current requirements at the official government portal before booking travel.

📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)

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  Health examination results (chest X-ray or medical certificate)

  Conditional — required depending on country of residence and planned length of stay

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  Health insurance arrangements

  Conditional — recommended; mandatory for some nationalities

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  Invitation letter from Australian host (if visiting family or friends)

  Conditional — required if staying with family or friends

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  Police clearance certificate

  Conditional — may be required depending on country of residence and any criminal history

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  Return or onward travel booking

  Conditional — may be requested to demonstrate temporary stay intent

🌐Why Japan passport holders do not need a visa for Australia

Japan passport holders can enter Australia without a visa because of an existing bilateral visa-waiver agreement or diplomatic arrangement between the two countries. This means Japan citizens benefit from streamlined entry and do not need to apply in advance — a valid passport is sufficient at the border.

🔗More Australia Visa Options

• Australia Partner Visa (subclass 820/801) →
• Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) →
• Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) →
• Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 491) →
• Student Visa (subclass 500) →