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How To Apply for an Australian Tourist Visa: A Complete Guide for Filipino Tourists

G’day mate!

Do you want to hear that cute Australian accent while exploring the iconic Sydney Opera House or road tripping along the Great Ocean Road? Then it’s time to get an Australian tourist visa .

With budget airlines flying direct from Manila to Sydney and Melbourne, our dream of exploring the smallest continent in the world is within reach.

In this article, I will show you a Do-It-Yourself guide to getting an Australian visa focusing on tourism as a purpose; enumerate the documents needed to support your application; the steps to take when applying as a group, and give you tips and warnings based on my personal experience from applying twice.

Applying for another tourist visa? Read our application guides for US visa , Korean visa , Japan visa , and Schengen visa .

Table of Contents

What are the different types of australian visas, what is visitor visa (subclass 600) – tourist stream, 1. form 1419 (application for visitor visa – tourist stream), 2. documents to show your identity, a. if employed, b. if self-employed, c. if visiting relatives or friends, 4. documents to show your financial capacity, a. for children traveling with one parent, b. for children traveling with someone other than a parent, a. family register or composition form, b. itinerary (evidence of planned tourism activities), c. cover letter, how much does an australian tourist visa cost, option 1: online application via immiaccount, option 2: paper-based application via third-party provider vfs global, tips and warnings, 1. i’m traveling with my family/relatives/friends. how can we apply for an australian tourist visa as a group, 2. how long is the validity of the australian tourist visa, 3. can i get a multiple-entry tourist visa to australia how, 4. can i authorize another person to apply for my australian visa, 5. i plan to travel to sydney in the summer. when should i apply for the visa and how long is the processing time of visa application, 6. how much “show money” do you need in your bank account to go to australia, 7. i am planning to visit my fiance in australia. my fiance said he is willing to provide everything. i am confused as to what visa i should get. what shall i do if someone is sponsoring my trip to australia, 8. i do not have a strong travel history. what are my chances of getting an australian tourist visa, 9. do i need to take medical examinations for my australian visa application if yes, what are the exams/tests needed and how do i go about it, 10. i was granted a 3-month australian tourist visa. is it possible to work in australia during this period what type of work can i do during this period, 11. i just submitted my application. my plans have changed and i no longer want to go to australia. can i withdraw my application if i do, can i get a refund of the visa fee, 12. what are the reasons for my visa application to be denied.

Australia offers a wide range of visas depending on the purpose of your visit. It can be visitor visas, studying and training visas, family and partner visas, working and skilled visas , refugee and humanitarian visas, and other types of visas. These types of visas are further subdivided into different categories depending on the specific purpose of your stay.

For a visitor visa, it is further subdivided into 6 different categories, namely:

• Electronic Travel Authority (Subclass 601)
• eVisitor (Subclass 651)
• Transit visa (Subclass 771)
• Visitor visa (Subclass 600)
• Work and Holiday visa (Subclass 462), and
• Working Holiday visa (Subclass 417).

Visitor visa (Subclass 600) is the visa for tourists, business visitors or to visit family with a duration of 3, 6 or 12 months . It is further subdivided into 3 streams, namely:

• Visitor visa (Subclass 600) – Tourist Stream
• Visitor visa (Subclass 600) – Sponsored Family Stream
• Visitor visa (Subclass 600) – Business Visitor Stream.

For purposes of this article, I will focus on the Visitor visa (Subclass 600) – Tourist Stream because this is the type of visa you need to apply if the purpose of your stay is for tourism or holiday and to visit family and friends.

For a complete list of different types of Australian visas, go to this link .

If you are not sure which kind of visa to apply for, you can use the visa finder which will show you visa options that suit your needs.

This visa stream lets you enter Australia to visit as a tourist, go on a cruise, or to see family and friends. You can also study or train for up to 3 months in total.

You must be a genuine tourist and have enough funds to support your stay.

What Are the Requirements for the Australian Tourist Visa Application?

Here are the documents you need to provide when applying under the Subclass 600 (Visitor Visa) – Tourism Stream:

If you apply online, this form is filled out online.

• Copy of your passport including the photo page
• Copy of all visas, entry and exit stamps

3. Documents to show you are a visitor

• Employment certificate indicating the length of employment and annual salary, and
• Bank statement showing salary credits for the last 3 months
• Business tax returns for the last two years, and
• Bank deposit slip as evidence of tax payments

You can also submit evidence of your business license or registration (e.g. SEC or DTI Registration , Mayor’s Permit, BIR Registration ) and any supporting documents to demonstrate your role.

• Letter invitation from your friend or relative in Australia
• Copy of the bio page of their passport
• Evidence of your relationship to your relative or friend, and
• Evidence that they have the necessary funds to support your intended stay
• Bank certificate showing the average daily balance for the last 3 months; and
• Bank statements showing account transactions for the last 3 months

You may also submit payslip or any evidence to demonstrate a consistent savings history and/or a regular income over time covering a three-month period. If another person will be supporting your stay in Australia , you will also need to submit the equivalent financial documents of the person supporting you.

Per instruction of the ImmiAccount, you are still required to submit evidence of your financial status even if a friend or relative is funding your trip as your financial status is one of the factors in assessing whether your personal circumstances would encourage you to return to the Philippines.

5. For minor applicants

• Birth certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) . If the birth certificate is late registered , a copy of the duly certified hospital records showing where the applicant was born is required
• Evidence of enrollment at school, college or university.
• Duly accomplished Form 1229 by the non-traveling parent, and
• Parent’s contact information and valid government-issued ID with signature
• Duly accomplished Form 1229 by both parents
• Both parent’s contact information and valid government-issued ID with signature, and
• Duly accomplished Form 1257 by the person who will be responsible for the child in Australia and valid government ID.

Please note that a travel permit from the DSWD does not constitute consent. Minor applicants are still required to provide the documents above.

6. Additional requirements

In addition to the above, the following documents may also be submitted or attached to your application:

In my case, I submitted a family photo.

For this requirement, you may submit an itinerary detailing your holiday or recreation plans, visits to family and friends or if you are taking short courses (for up to 3 months only). A general list of places, dates, and activities will suffice. A sample itinerary may look like this.

For the record, I did not submit a cover letter when I applied for an Australian tourist visa. I thought it’s not necessary because it’s not in the checklist of requirements.

Moreover, I’m not sure if it will increase the chances of getting the visa as what the cover letter serves is only summarizing your travel plans and enumerating the documents to support your application. These information are already written/reflected in the application.

However, I also think there’s nothing wrong if an applicant desires to have a cover letter. More documents you submit, the better. Essentially and as in all visa applications, you need to prove you have the financial capacity to fund your trip and you have a strong reason to go back to the Philippines (and these are seen in the supporting documents you submit).

Should a cover letter be submitted, the applicant can attach the same in Additional documents (“other” documents”). For a sample cover letter intended for an Australian tourist visa application , you may check out this link or see the screenshot below.

Related: How to Get Philippine Passport for Minors

The visa fee is 145 AUD or around PHP4,909 in today’s exchange rate.

How To Get an Australian Tourist Visa in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide

There are two ways you can apply for an Australian tourist visa: Online application via ImmiAccount or paper-based application via third-party provider VFS Global.

Between the two options, online application via ImmiAccount is better . It is convenient as you only need a computer and Internet to submit your application, eliminating the need to visit the Australian Visa Application Centre. It is also easy to track your application in your ImmiAccount.

Per the Australian Embassy, online applications are processed two times faster than paper-based applications. Over 80% of the applicants for the Visitor visa lodged their application online.

However, for the benefit of those who prefer to apply using the traditional method, we’ll be discussing both the online and paper-based application procedures in detail.

ImmiAccount is the portal where you can lodge your application for a visa to Australia. You can use it if you, a family member or a friend would like to apply for a visa. Among other things, ImmiAccount is a convenient way to:

• Apply for a visa
• Access the My Health declaration service
• Continue a saved online application
• Attach the documents online
• Check the progress of your online application
• Change the details of your application.

How to apply for an Australian tourist visa online via ImmiAccount:

1. Visit the ImmiAccount login page and click “Create an ImmiAccount”. It will ask you to provide your name, contact details, username, and password. Click Submit once the information is entered. An email will be sent to you to confirm your account.

2. Once you have the ImmiAccount, you can now log-in. Click “New application”.

It will then provide you with several types of visas you can apply for. Click “Visitor”. It will give you drop down options. Choose “Visitor Visa 600”.

There are 19 pages on the portal:

a. Page 1 is agreeing to the terms and conditions. Click agree and press “Next”

b. Page 2 is asking your current location. Click “Yes” and it will further ask you to provide details of the following:

-Your current location

-Your legal status in the current location (whether you are citizen, permanent visitor, etc.).

-The purpose of your stay whether under Business Visitor Stream, Sponsored Family Stream, or Tourist Stream (Given your purpose is for holiday – click “tourist stream”)

• List all reasons for visiting Australia (Select tourism in the drop-down)
• Details of any significant dates in which you need to be in Australia (provide your date of intended arrival in Australia)
• Whether you are applying as a group (click “No” if applying individually and “Yes” if applying as a group). If you are applying as a group, read this guide .

-Just click “No” on the Special category of entry.

c. Page 3 asks for your information.

• Other names and spellings (an example is your name prior to marriage). If you click “yes”, a pop-up screen will appear and let you write your previous name and the reason for the change.
• Grant number (input the 13-digit visa grant number if you have been previously granted an Australian visa).  If this is your first time applying for an Australian visa, choose “No”.
• Other passport documents for travel (applicable to dual citizens. If you click “yes”, a pop-up screen will appear and let you input your other passport details)
• Other identity documents ( issued by the government for purposes of identification such as Alien Registration Number, birth certificate, driver’s license , marriage certificate , national identity document, social security card ). If you click “yes”, a pop-up screen will appear and let you input your identity documents. In my case, I added two government-issued IDs.
• Health examinations (if you have undertaken a health examination for an Australian visa in the last 12 months). If you click “yes”, it will ask you to give details).

d. Page 4 is confirming whether the information you entered is correct

e. Page 5 is asking whether there are other persons traveling with you to Australia (Click “no” if you are traveling alone, otherwise, click “yes”). If you are applying as a group, check the separate guide below.

f. Page 6 asks your contact details

g. Page 7 asks if you are authorizing another person to receive communication on your behalf. If you click “yes”, information of authorized recipient is required to be inputted, otherwise, click “no”.

h. Page 8 asks if there are family members not traveling with you on the trip. If you click “yes”, details of the family member will be inputted, otherwise, just click “no”

i. Page 9 asks the details of your entry to Australia

• Proposed period of stay (whether single or multiple entry; your planned arrival or departure date)
• Friends, relatives or contact in Australia. If you click “yes”, details of the contact need to be provided

j. Page 10 to 11 ask your current employment status and employment details

• If you click employed or self-employed, details of your employment information need to be provided
• If you click unemployed, details of last employment need to be provided as well as your last employment position held
• If you click ‘Student’, details of your course need to be provided

k. Pages 12 to 14 ask your financial support (details of how you will fund your stay in Australia)

• If you click “supported by the current overseas employer”, type of support (whether, financial, accommodation, etc) needs to be provided.
• If you click “supported by other organization”, details of other organization need to be provided.
• If you click “supported by other person”, details of the person and your relationship with the person need to be inputted.

l. Page 15 asks about your health declarations. It is answerable by “yes” or “no”

• If you click “yes” to any of the health declaration questions, it will ask you to give details or further information

m. Page 16 asks about your character declaration. It is answerable by “yes” or “no”

• If you click “yes” to any of the character declaration questions, it will ask you to give relevant details or further information

n. Pages 17 to 18 ask your visa history whether you’ve been granted or refused a visa from other countries

o. Page 19 is a declaration answerable by “yes” or “no”. Just click yes to any of the questions.

3. Once you have inputted all your answers, the next screen to appear is the review page showing the summary of all your answers. It will ask you to review whether the information is correct. Just confirm and click “next”.

4. On the next page, you will need to attach all the required and recommended documents. You can attach a maximum of 60 documents which must be scanned and up to 5MB in size with the following extensions: bmp, dcm, doc, docx, dot, gif, jpg, pdf, png, ppt, pptx, rtf, txt, xls, xlsx.

If you are not sure what type of document is required, click the question mark icon on the right side of each requirement. Basically, these are the documents discussed above.

• For travel document, I submitted a copy of my passport
• For a photograph passport, I submitted a scanned copy of my passport photo.
• For evidence of planned tourism activities in Australia, I submitted an itinerary
• For evidence of the applicant’s previous travel, I submitted a copy of visas and passport stamps of my travels
• For evidence of current employment or self-employment, I submitted a Certificate of Employment
• For family register and composition form, I submitted a family photo
• For evidence of the financial status and funding for visit, I submitted Bank Certificate, Payslip, and Income Tax Return

5. After attaching all your supporting documents, click “next” for the payment of the visa fee.

As previously mentioned, the visa fee is 145 AUD or around PHP4,909 in today’s exchange rate. You can pay by credit card.

6. Once you’ve completed the application process, you can track your application in the ImmiAccount. You will be notified if your visa is granted.

There is no visa sticker or visa label attached to your passport. What will be given is a visa grant letter . This is the document you will bring in boarding your airline and what you will present with the Australian Immigration when you enter Australia. The letter looks like this:

VFS Global is the authorized third party that can accept your application for a visa to Australia. They have offices in Makati and Cebu.

How to apply for an Australian tourist visa manually through VFS Global:

1. Download the Visitor Visa – Tourist Stream – Subclass 600 Online Application Checklist Philippines . This will serve as your guide to ensure you have included all necessary documents and information to support your application. You also need to print and sign this checklist which will be submitted together with your application.

2. Fill-out Form 1419 (Application for Visitor Visa – Tourist Stream). The form has 42 questions divided into 11 parts. The questions are the same as when you are filling out the form online via ImmiAccount.

3. Gather all the supporting documents as mentioned in the checklist and as discussed above.

4. Obtain a Manager’s Cheque payable to “Australian Embassy” equivalent to AUD145 in Philippine Peso. This serves as the visa fee.

5. Schedule an appointment via VFS Online Appointment System to submit your application. How to schedule an appointment with VFS Global:

• Access the VFS Global Online Appointment System here.
• Click “New User” if it is your first time using the service.
• You will be directed to the next page where you will fill out the form. Click “Submit”
• You will be redirected to the log-in page.
• Once you are on the page, click, “Schedule an Appointment”. You can choose where to submit your application (whether in Cebu or Makati).
• Click “add applicant” and input your details

• The appointment letter will be emailed to you. You need to bring the appointment letter so that you will be allowed access to the VFS Global office. The time and address which you need to submit your application will be stated in the letter. Be at the center 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment.
• In case you need to reschedule your appointment, you may also do so using the VFS Global Online Appointment System

Please note that it is important to have a prior appointment for the submission of your visa application. Walk-in is not allowed. .

6. Submit the fully filled-out and signed application form together with your supporting documents on the day of your appointment and in the place stated in the appointment letter.

7. Track your application here .

8. Once approved, you can either pick up your Visa Letter at the VFS Global office or have it delivered to your address via courier.

• If you do not have a credit card, ask someone with a credit card to pay for you . This is allowed.
• You don’t need to book a flight ticket yet when applying for a visa. Details of your flight itinerary are not needed in your application. Book a ticket once your visa is issued.
• You don’t need to book hotel accommodation during your application as details of your hotel are not needed. Book a hotel once your visa is issued.
• You don’t need to buy travel insurance for purposes of visa application (unlike when you are applying for a Schengen visa where insurance is required). However, buying travel insurance is always advisable when traveling abroad to avoid incurring huge expenses in case you need medical attention.
• Your passport is not submitted during your application. What is needed is only a photocopy of your passport, hence, you can travel and use your passport while waiting for your visa to be approved.
• The Australian Embassy in the Philippines and VFS Global warn applicants of rampant visa scams . Avoid these scams by applying for the visa yourself. The process is pretty simple and straightforward and you can surely do it on your own.
• Always be truthful in your answers and make sure your statement matches the documents you submitted. Declaring a false statement or submitting a false document will lead to denial of your visa application.
• As of this writing, the documentary requirements for an Australian visa application don’t need to be notarized. 

Related: How to Renew Philippine Passport in Australia: An Ultimate Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Written by Atty. Kareen Lucero

in Juander How , Travel and Leisure

Last Updated September 21, 2023 10:11 AM

Atty. Kareen Lucero

Kareen Lucero is a lawyer previously doing litigation before working for different agencies in the government and for a multinational corporation. She has traveled to 52+ countries including a 3-month solo backpacking in South East Asia and more than 1 year of solo traveling across four continents in the world. As part of giving back, she is passionate about sharing her knowledge of law and travel. She is currently doing consulting work for a government agency. For inquiries, you may reach her via Facebook Messenger (https://m.me/kareen.lucero.77) or email ( [email protected] ).

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AUSTRALIAN VISA: REQUIREMENTS & ONLINE APPLICATION

One sure way to make us smile is to mention Australia. Whenever a friend asks us a simple question about our time there, we can’t seem to stop talking passionately. Australia is incredible. It may be the world’s smallest continent, but it is teeming with adventures.

So far, we have visited seven cities and six national parks (Litchfield, Kakadu, Wattarka, Kata Tjuta-Uluru, Port Campbell, and the Great Barrier Reef). Fortunately, it is easy to get an Australian tourist visa. While you can still apply via VFS Global, a more hassle-free way is to do everything online. I’ve done this three times for myself and several times for my friends and family.

WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS GUIDE?

AUSTRALIAN TOURIST VISA OR BUSINESS VISA?

This guide is for those applying for an Australian Visitor Visa (subclass 600) online. Under this visa, there are two main streams: Tourist and Business.

• Tourist Stream . According to VFS, a tourist is a person visiting Australia temporarily “for a holiday, for a visit to relatives or friends, or for other short-term non-work purposes, including study for less than three months.” This stream applies to people who will be shouldering their own expenses and have no sponsors.
• Business Stream . This type is for those who are flying to Australia for a business-related activity like attending a conference or meeting a client. This is different from a Work Visa, which we know nothing about.

If you’re eyeing another type (long-term study, work, residency visas), I’m afraid we can’t help you because we haven’t experienced it.

To clarify: If you’re visiting a relative or friend but you will shoulder your travel expenses, you will still fall under the Tourist Stream . But if you’re sponsored by someone in Australia, there is a separate category for that: Sponsored Family Stream . We haven’t tried this stream yet, so we’re not covering that in this post.

AUSTRALIAN VISA REQUIREMENTS

• Accomplished online application form. No need to print anything. You will be filling this out after creating an account. The form has 20 pages, so completing it can take a while, but it’s easy.
• Passport-size photo. Soft copy.
• Copy of passport info page. Scanned. Must be clear.
• Evidence of financial status and funding for visit. Any or all of the following: – Personal bank statement – ITR or tax document – Payslips – Title deed – Retirement pension book
• Evidence of Applicant’s Previous Travel. You may be asked to provide scanned copies of the pages of your OLD and CURRENT passports that have entry and exit stamps and visas. Not all applicants are required to submit this.
• Evidence of current employment or self-employment. For employees, it can be any or all of the following: – Certificate of employment, explaining your role in the company – Evidence of leave For self-employed individuals or business-owners, any or all of the following will be accepted: – Business registration documents – Finance sheets (profits and losses) For students – Certificate of enrolment
• Family Register and Composition Form. – Form 54 (Family Composition) – PSA Birth Certificate – Marriage Certificate. If your current last name is different from your last name in your birth certificate.
• Evidence of Planned Tourism Activities in Australia. (For Tourist Stream ONLY) – Day-to-day itinerary (daily schedule showing the places you will visit and things you will do). Sample itinerary here.
• Evidence of Business-Related Reason for Travel. (For Business Stream ONLY.) It can be any or all of the following: – Conference registration – Details of previous contacts with Australian company or organization – Letter from employer explaining the reason for traveling
• Group Tour Details. If you’re visiting Australia as part of a group tour, submit any or all of the following: – Group Itinerary – Letter from company or institution organizing the tour – Group tour participants list
• Visa Fee. As of July 2019, the fee is AUD 145. Credit card, debit card, PayPal, and UnionPay are accepted.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• NOT ALL of the above are required. Some are labeled REQUIRED while others are tagged RECOMMENDED . So technically, not all of these are required. But I still strongly encourage you to submit as many listed documents as you can.
• On the list above, I keep on writing “ANY or ALL of these documents” under some categories. Why? Because in theory, you can submit just one item per document type. But of course, the more relevant documents you upload, the higher your chances of your application being approved.
• Some documents don’t apply to everyone. I tried changing some answers to check if it would affect the list of requirements and I found that it did. Therefore: The list of requirements vary depending on your answers to the questions in the form. For example, when I applied for myself and my mom, I wasn’t required to submit proof of travel history but my mom was.
• The following file types are accepted: jpg, bmp, png, pdf. PDF files must NOT be encrypted. Zip files are not allowed.
• The size of each file must not exceed 5MB. If it’s bigger than that, you will need to reduce the size. If your PDF files are still over, recreate your files with Adobe Distiller and set to “lowest file size.” Jpeg files can be set to only 96 DPI (dots per inch).

Here are additional documents that are not required but I believe can help your application go smoothly. (I submitted the following for my first application.)

• Cover Letter. This isn’t required, but it would help you a lot if you upload a letter explaining why you want to visit. Make sure that the letter summarizes and supports everything else you’re submitting. Remember, there will be no interview so it is best to let them know what you plan to do in Oz. We have a sample here: AUSTRALIAN VISA COVER LETTER.
• Roundtrip flight and hotel booking. You are actually discouraged to book flights and hotels before you’re granted a visa (so your money won’t go to waste should your application be denied), but in our case, we already had confirmed bookings so we thought we might as well submit them. This might be helpful if you snagged low fares via seat sale. But if you don’t have tickets yet, don’t book. Wait for your visa before making flight arrangements.

I know friends who also submitted their latest credit card statement . This is to show them that you have additional source of travel funds. I have a credit card but didn’t submit mine.

Again, if your trip is sponsored by a family member, apply for a visa under Sponsored Family Stream. Unfortunately, we haven’t experienced it so we don’t know the details. But from what I know, you will need to have the following on top of the other requirements.

• Letter of invitation. Only if you’re visiting a friend or relative. Best if you have photos with that friend and relative showing that you really know each other.
• Identification Documents of Sponsor. If you declare that your trip will be paid for by someone other than yourself.
• Evidence that your sponsor in Australia can financially support your trip. If you declare that your trip will be paid for by someone other than yourself.

Your sponsor might also be required to pay a bond.

HOW TO APPLY FOR AN AUSTRALIAN VISA ONLINE

1. sign up for an immiaccount..

ImmiAccount means an account with Immi.gov.au, the Australian government’s official Immigration website. It is important to create an ImmiAccount because the whole process will be done on this website.

Important: Make sure you use a working email address. Any update about your application will be sent to this email (including the acknowledgment of receipt of your application and the actual visa grant). You will also get notified every time you log into your account.

To register, go to this site .

2. Accomplish the Application Form.

Once you have an account, you’ll receive a confirmation link via email. Check your inbox and follow the link.

Once confirmed, do the following:

• Click on NEW APPLICATION. Here, you’ll be asked what type of visa you want.
• Click on VISITOR . Then choose Visitor Visa (subclass 600). For tourists, this is the equivalent of Form 1419 , except you don’t need to print this out.
• Continue filling out all 20 pages of the form.

What if you start accomplishing the form but can’t complete right then? It’s okay. You can SAVE the changes and continue editing in the future. As long as you SAVE it (and NOT SUBMIT), you can keep on editing the form.

DO NOT SUBMIT THE FORM if you’re not done yet.

3. Submit Supporting Documents.

On your application dashboard, you will find a field where you can upload the required and recommended documents. The key is to submit as many types as you can. Better safe than sorry.

You can see the list of requirements above.

This is what the UPLOAD DOCUMENTS page looks like when applying for a TOURIST STREAM visa.

Some applicants will see an additional EVIDENCE OF THE APPLICANT’S PREVIOUS TRAVEL field.

And this is for BUSINESS STREAM .

That’s it! Once you have submitted your application, you should receive an Acknowledgment of Application Receipt in your email. I got mine on the same day of submission.

From here, it’s gonna be a nerve-racking waiting game.

Update: You may now be requested to visit the VFS office to provide biometrics/fingerprints.

4. Pay the Application Fee.

Online payments are done via credit card only.

The fee is now AUD 145 (PHP 5194) . A credit card surcharge was also collected. (In my case, it was AUD 1.37.)

If you don’t have a credit card, you can ask a family member or a friend who has one. You can also use PayPal and UnionPay.

AUSTRALIAN VISA FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long is the processing time for australian visa (tourist or business).

The processing can take as short as 24 hours to as long as a month, depending on your case. The first time I applied, the process took almost a month. I submitted my application on May 9 and received my visa on June 5. This was in 2015.

The second time, it took 7 days. Submitted the application June 21 and got my visa on June 28. My teammates had it shorter. They got theirs in 5 days. Some of my friends got theirs in less than 24 hours. It’s pretty hard to predict.

The third time, it took 8 days. My mom, who was applying for the first time, had hers in 8 days too.

How long is the validity of the Australian visa?

In my case, even though I applied for a 3-week stay, I was granted a visa valid for 3 months. I think that’s the standard length for non-working visas.

How early should I apply for an Australian visa?

Not earlier than 6 months before your trip. In the visa, the last day I can enter Australia was clearly specified: 6 months after the visa was granted. Again, I’m not sure if this is the case for everyone, but that’s what was indicated on mine.

How much money should I have in the bank to get approved?

No one knows exactly. They don’t explicitly say. But to give you an idea for a ballpark figure, the Embassy of France now requires from Schengen visa applicants EUR 120 per day of stay .

My personal rule is P10,000 per day of stay + airfare + cost of accommodations.

What is the Grant Number in the application form?

On Page 3 of the Application Form, you will be asked, “Does this applicant have an Australian Visa Grant Number?”

If it’s your first time applying for an Australian visa, choose NO.

If you’ve been granted a visa before, choose yes and enter the number. You’ll find the Grant Number in the Grant Notification for your previous visa. Here’s where I found the visa number on my previous grant notification.

In the application form, what should I answer to the “Any Significant Date” field?

If there are specific dates when you need to be in Australia, write them down. For example, if you’re attending a wedding, enter the wedding date so they can consider it for the validity of your visa. Same with attending a conference/seminar. Enter the conference date. Likewise, if the main purpose of your trip is to be at a concert, enter the concert date.

If you have no significant date in particular — say, you’re simply sightseeing or touring — you can skip this part.

I’ve done Australian visa application three times now. In my first and third application, I answered NO because I will be sightseeing and my dates were flexible. In my second application, I was flying to Australia to attend a conference, so I entered the date of the event.

Is Australian visa GROUP APPLICATION possible?

Yes. You can create a group on the dashboard (just click on “new group” and then take note of the group code) and then when filling out the application form, at one point you will be asked if it’s part of a group, click YES and choose the group you created or enter the group code.

However, please note that even though you’re part of a group, your application will still be assessed individually. The decision will not be collective. Some of you may be approved, some denied.

I’m traveling with family. Do all of us need to sign up for an Immi account?

NO. One member can apply for the whole family.

I’ve recently done this. I only used my ImmiAccount but created multiple applications using only one Immi account.

Also, according to the Immi website: “Yes. ImmiAccount will let you submit multiple online applications and pay for these applications at the same time. For example, if you and your family are applying for visitor visa applications, one member of the family can create and manage all the applications through their ImmiAccount, and pay for all these applications at once. Payment can be made by credit card in Australian Dollars (AUD) for all online applications submitted through ImmiAccount.”

What to answer to ‘Other Passports or Documents for Travel’ and ‘Other Identity Documents’?

For OTHER PASSPORTS OR DOCUMENTS FOR TRAVEL : If you’re like me who doesn’t own any other passport or travel document, then tick NO.

For OTHER IDENTITY DOCUMENTS : I entered my UMID Number. I also entered my Birth Certificate and used the Registry Number. Not sure if it’s okay to use the registry number but that’s what I did. Haha.

I don’t see any section for TRAVEL HISTORY in my UPLOAD DOCUMENTS page. What should I do?

In my first two times applying for myself, the TRAVEL HISTORY or EVIDENCE OF APPLICANT’S PREVIOUS TRAVEL section was there. When I applied for my mom, who was traveling to Australia for the first time, it was there too. But when I applied for myself for the third time, that section is nowhere in my Upload page.

I’m not sure when or in what instance does this section appear. But when I couldn’t find it when I recently applied, I uploaded the scans of my passport stamps it under the EVIDENCE OF THE FINANCIAL STATUS AND FUNDING FOR VISIT.

I decided to still upload my passport stamps even though they weren’t asking for it this time because I believed this would strengthen my case. I decided to upload it under EVIDENCE OF FINANCIAL STATUS because to me it looked the most appropriate as it also shows that I can afford to travel in general, even in other countries.

I’m being asked to submit Form 956A. What is it?

Form 956A is a document that grants someone else authorization to receive files from the Australian Government. In the Application Form, you will be asked if you have an Authorized Representative who would be receiving documents on your behalf. If you answer YES to this, you will be required to complete and submit Form 956A.

I encountered this form when I was applying for my mother. My mom doesn’t speak or understand English. And being a senior citizen, she doesn’t have an email address and isn’t interested in getting one. Because of this, we decided to have me as the Authorized Representative and receive the documents on her behalf.

Be careful when accomplishing Form 956A. This form is also used to withdraw authorization, so make sure you’re filling out the right sections and skip the withdrawal parts.

Download a copy of Form 956A here!

(Updated: 2019)

I can’t type properly on Form 54 (Family Composition). What to do?

Use Adobe Acrobat Reader.

The form has Chinese and English pages. Don’t worry about the Chinese page. It will mirror everything you write on the English page.

I can’t sign Form 54 (Family Composition). How do I add my signature?

If you’re using Mac, add your signature using the Annotate feature on the PREVIEW app.

If you’re using Windows, use Adobe Acrobat Reader. It also has the same Add Signature function.

I didn’t have to print it and scan it. I just affixed my electronic signature. I’m not sure if this is the right way to do it, but that’s what I did for my application, my mother’s, and my friends’. All of our applications were approved.

What should I upload in the section called ‘Exceptional Reasons for Extended Stay in Australia as a Visitor (Beyond 12 months)?’

This didn’t apply to me so I skipped this. I didn’t upload anything.

If you’re visiting Australia for only a few days, I think this part is not applicable.

Can I apply for a multiple entry Australian visa?

Yes. On the application form, you will be asked whether you need to enter Australia more than once for that trip. If you want a multiple entry visa, declare it, but make sure you can justify and prove it.

Can I be granted a multiple entry visa even if I only applied for single entry?

YES. In my most recent application, I applied for single entry but was granted a multiple entry visa. I also have friends who had the same experience.

Can I be granted a multiple entry visa even if I’m applying for the first time?

YES. I took care of the applications of my friends and my mother, who were all first-timers. They were all granted multiple entry visas even though they had never been to Australia before.

My second time applying was funny. That time, I applied with friends who were all first timers. I was the only one in our group who had been to Australia before. When the results were released, I was the only one who had a single entry visa. Everyone else was a first timer but was granted a multiple entry visa. Sometimes, it’s really hard to predict.

What are the reasons why my application would be denied?

• You can’t prove that you intend to return to the Philippines . You probably don’t have a stable job at this point or are newly employed or newly resigned, and it’s giving the impression that you plan on staying longer than your declared duration.
• You can’t prove that you can financially support yourself on this trip. You or your sponsor may not be in good financial standing.
• You seem to not know the details of your trip . You may have appeared as though you’re not really doing what you declared you would be doing, which may raise some red flags.
• Your purpose in Australia is unclear . This is why it is best to be specific when you’re detailing the reasons for your visit.

More information here: REASONS FOR VISA REJECTION

What to answer to the part of the form about NON-ACCOMPANYING MEMBERS OF THE FAMILY UNIT?

On page 9 of the application form, you’ll be asked: “Does the applicant have family members of their family unit not travelling to Australia who are not Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents?”

According to the Australian Immigration website, a family unit is defined as a partner (married or de facto) and a dependent child below 23 years old.

If you’re single with no kids, just tick NO.

If you have a spouse or de facto partner or child, then choose YES and fill out the form that appears.

Siblings (brother, sister), parents (mother, father) and in-laws are not covered by this.

This is different from Form 54 (Family Composition). On Form 54, you need to include your parents and siblings. But on the the Page 9 of Application Form, the family unit refers to only the partner and dependent children.

Do the documents have to be notarized?

When I applied in 2018, nothing in the list of requirements indicated that the documents have to be notarized. I didn’t have ours notarized. But our application still got approved.

You’ll know when you begin your application. It’s usually indicated on the application dashboard.

Does Australian Immigration still stamp passports? Can I request for an entry stamp?

By default, Australia no longer stamps passports. But according to some of our readers, you can request for it and they will give your passport a precious stamp. All you need to do is ask.

However, on my recent trip to Melbourne, I tried asking but the officer said they really don’t stamp passports anymore and that it’s not possible.

Where do I attach or upload the cover letter?

In my case, I uploaded it under Evidence of Planned Tourism Activities > Others.

To whom should I address the bank certificate, cover letter, and employment certificate?

I addressed it to:

Australian Embassy Manila Level 23-Tower 2 RCBC Plaza, 6819 Ayala Avenue 1200

Not sure if that’s right, but that’s what I did.

What does an Australian Visa look like?

Here’s what the Australian Visa looks like when you receive it online. It doesn’t get attached to the passport. Just bring a copy and show the Immigration Officer when you arrive:

Are medical or health exams required when applying for an Australian visa?

There is no clear-cut answer to that, as it depends on a lot of factors. But you can easily find out if you need to undergo health examinations. Here’s how:

• Log in to your ImmiAccount.
• Go to your application. Find the Applications Status section.
• Tap on the ‘View health assessment’ link.

If you need to undergo medical or health examinations, you will see a link called ‘ Organise health examinations ‘. If there is no link, no need to have health exam.

If I submit this, this and this, what are the chances of approval?

It’s pretty hard to tell even if you send me a list of all the documents you plan to submit. There are way too many factors at play. Nothing and no one can guarantee approval. It depends on how strict or how lenient the visa office evaluating your application is. So yep, luck plays a part too.

There are cases wherein even when the applicant has great travel history, employment status and finances, they still come out of the process visa-less. It’s really impossible to say.

If you have questions or something to add to this post, holler in the comments section below! :)

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This is going to help us so much with sorting out our Aussie visas! Thanks for the informative post guys, much appreciated.

Good day to u!

May i know how to do the visa payment via credit card? Is eastwest credit card acceptable? Is there an account where we can do the payment? Shall we go to nearest bank and pay directly? I hope you can guide me on this. We are all set with our documents, payment is next. Thanks in advance.

Hi Yoshke, Nag apply ako tourist visa and used a travel agency to help my documments but sad as if daming mali.May friend ako na nag sponsor and he also submit documents but na denied pa rin pero accept ko na may marsming nali sa documents.Now balak ko mag apply ulit and seguraduhing tama na ang mga submit ko documents.But still need somebody to assist me.Maari mo ba ako matulungan o may marekomenda ka ba to assist my papers.Pls.help

Hi Trinidad, di po kasi kami nagpoprovide ng visa assistance outside this blog post. Lahat po ng alam namin, andito na sa blog post na ito. Try contacting Gazelle Travel and Tours or Constellation Travel po.

Hello po ok lng po ba kung ung fiance ko ang ialagay ko as sponsor of funds at attached mga docs at statement of account nya? Kasama ko po xa ppnta ng australia para bisitahin ung kapatid nya.

Hi Yoshk, Ok lang ba na kahit first name and last name lang yung nilagay mo sa visa application mo? Hindi ba yun affected pag ma grant na yung visa at ma check sa immigration?

Hello po, need pa po ba ng bank statement if may mag fully sponsor sayo and will provide the proof of funds, accomodation and assets for you?

Hi Ching, yung tanda ko, di ko rin nilagay yung middle name kasi first and last lang naman yung hiningi.

Hello po, I’m planning to apply for a tourist visa but I only have an online home-based teaching job. I can’t provide an ITR because I wasn’t registered. Will that be okay?

It’s a risk but if you can provide other proof of income and supporting docs, pwede pa rin naman.

Hello po, ask ko lang po..what If unemployed ka then may small business ka nmn, pwede po ba isubmit ang business permit kung wlang coe?

Pwede naman po pero best po if meron din po kayong BIR registration and ITR.

Hi, thankful ako nun nakita ko itong informations na na ishare mo sa pagkuha nang tourists visa as au .. ask ko Lang kailan pwede na mag apply nang visa uli mag eexpire na tourist visa this November 2,2019, bago ba mag expire or after ? Thank you ..

Hi po. Nakagawa na po ako ng Immi account (incomplete since hinihintay ko pa yung COE fr employer), tanong ko lang if gagawa ba ako ng another account for my daughter (12 yrs old)? Or kasama na sya sa application ko? Please help. Appreciate it if you can reply to my inquiry. Thank you in advance.

You can use the same IMMI account but start a separate application.

Nasa FAQs din po ito sa article. Number 8.

Hi Yoshke, invite kami ng mga kapatid ko na Aus Citizen na, last remaining kaming magkapatid at nanay namin dito sa Pinas, My sister and I are unemployed in our 30’s never had a job and mother is 75 na. ano chances namin to get a tourist visa?

Naku, di ko po alam. Mahirap po for me to assess kung ano yung chances. :S

Saan ko po dapat i upload ang invitation letter? Thanks for the answer.

Hi po.. ask ko lang if need ang medical/health examination? May portion po kasi sa immi acct asking for health exam for australia visa?

HI ANO PO NILAGAY NYO? YES OR NO? CURRENLTY APPLYING THE VISA RIGHT NOW PO

Hi Sir, ask ko lang po dun sa other identity documents kasi need po ng identification number if birth certificate po ung pipiliin. Saan po ba hahanapin ung Identifacation number dito sa psa ko? Thanks po.

Hi, what do i put on the itinerary if I plan to apply for multiple entry? Kasi my only purpose is to visit fiance as many times as possible. Thanks.

Hi Mariyah, yung nilagay ko is ung Registry Number. Di ko alam kung tama pero yun ung nilagay ko, na-approve naman ako.

Hi po! Nag-aapply po ako as Tourist and first time ko po ‘to at wala po talaga akong Idea and your blog really helps po, pero ask ko lang po for the Itinerary since wala po pong approval sa visa ko pano po ako makakapag gawa ng itinerary if hindi pa po ako nakakapag book ng flight and accommodation kasi I saw yours po and meron na po kayo agad like Arrival and so on.

Hi! I am a freelancer, you think it will affect para ma grant ng visa? I have travelled a lot naman na pero same countries lang had 3 expired passport most are full of stamps. Wala ako ITR and certifcate, anu pwede gawin? I am in the middle of my application kung san ia-attached ang mga kelangan na docs. I was following your step by step. Planning to go there this July. I will be staying with my Australian friend. Dunno what to put in my iti. Hope you could help. Thanks!

Try submitting other proof of employment like copy of contract, etc. Pwede ka ring humingi ng letter from your clients certifying na meron kang engagement with them.

Hi Kathleen,

Itinerary means your travel plan. You don’t need flight and hotel bookings to have a plan. Plano mo pa lang. Parang schedule na balak mo.

Hi good evening. What kind requaments for australian visa?

Hi! Im applying now and i cant find the proof of travel history part. My page isnt d same as the screenshot u provided. Do u know where should i add proof of my travel history? Thanks!

Hi! I would like to know about Australian Form 1229 and the documentation needed to request a tourist VISA for minors of 18 when the other parent is not traveling. Is it enough to present the other parent’s form signed or is it required to have and affidavit or a court order ? Thanks

Same as mine….I didn”t find the proof of travel history part which I think can help also for the granting of VISA

Same as mine, wala din dashboard or options to upload documents. Please help. Thanks.

What is a notarized NSO birth certificae? Is it the yellow green document?

Also, what is a notarized passport info page? Is it a certified true copy that should be requested from the DFA?

Yep, but I remember, we didn’t have ours notarized but they accepted it. (Updating the post now. Sorry for the trouble.)

The passport info page is the first page of the passport. The one with your picture. :)

Hello po, I just want to ask if they are asking you biometrics finger scan if you applied immi online for filipino passport holder, after you submmitted po your requirements online?

Hi Joana, ako, never nila hiningan ng biometrics. Pero may mga alam akong applicants na hiningan. You’ll know if need mo pag nagstart ka ng application.

Do I need Show money even if I Have invitation letter from my Fiance?

Hi! I need your help i was refused by the Australian embassy and they told me not enough pero i forgot na may mag sponsor sakin all the expenses and accommodation are free. So i re apply again but the thing i cannot proceed again my application kasi may choices don regarding sa relationship with the person who will support while staying in Australia , walang friend choices ang better way ba na ilagay don defacto partner. Please help naman. Thank you so much

Hello Maricel boyfriend ko ang nagsponsor sa akin,ang nilagay ko sa relationship is FIANCE na approve naman tourist Visa ko.

Hi Estella, we are the same case my fiance is inviting me pero need ko ba ng show money or bank statement account kahit sya mag sponsor saken lahat?

Hi Maricel, I haven’t tried applying as an invited visitor so I don’t know how I could help. :S

Saan ko po dapat i upload ang invitation letter? Thanks for the answer. Do I need to submit a copy of my birth certificate or UMID if I put in Other indentity documents

1. Pag invited, usually may field sa Upload Documents page na “Invitation from family, friends, or organization.”

2. Hindi naman sa pagkakaalala ko.

Your blog is very helpful and easy to follow,lahat ng tips nyo sinunod ko,and I am so happy I’m granted a tourist visa

Congratulations, Estella! And thanks for taking the time to return to this blog and share your experience. :)

Hello sir, how can I pay po thru credit card? almost done na po kasi ako and yung payment di ko po alam kung paano isettle. Thank you po!

Yep, credit card din po ako nagbayad.

how po? Sorry po have no Idea talaga.

After isubmit, automatically ireredirect ka nung website. if di automatic, may link din sa Immi dashboard.

May I ask po saan po dapat i attach yung birth certificate dun sa immi account.Thank you.

Yung saken, sa Evidence of Family Composition ko nilagay.

Good Day po. need pa po ba ng bank statement if may mag fully sponsor sayo and will provide the proof of funds, accomodation and assets for you? At panu din po pag walang maipakita po na certificate of employee kaka resign ko lang po kasi.. Salamat po

Di po ako ganun kafamiliar sa requirements kapag sponsored ung trip. :S

Hi! Ive read through your article on AU visa and was wondering if having a Japan visa (recently expired) would be a plus?

Yes, it can help you get better chances, but no guarantee.

hi there, is it mandatory to notarized bio page and travel docs for australian visa?

Just a follow-up question, do you mean that this is just a photocopy of the first page of the passport and then notarized and scanned?

Scanned copy of your passport will do. That’s what I did in my application and they accepted it.

HI how much is the minimum funds for the bank statement? Do you have any idea? Cheers.

Depends on your situation: if you are self-funded or sponsored. Assuming that you are funding the trip, there’s no definite $$$ for as long as you can prove that you are financially capable and you have a good financial standing (bank acct should be atleast 3months old, stable source of income etc.). What I did was, I created an itinerary and estimated the cost of the entire trip. That should give you an idea of what amount should you have in your bank. :)

If aussie citizen will sponsored my whole trip do i still a bank account??please need help..thanks

Pani po if you will provide bank statement but not enough fund?

Hi, how about if someone’s going to sponsor you, with all yhe expenses such as tickets, accommodation and cost of living during visit period do you still need to show a bank statement? Or just the letter of invitation from your sponsor? Thanks!

Hi, Do you know the minimum or ideal amount of funds needed in the bank for the ‘show money’? Cheers.

hi, im over 18 and my dad is my primary source of income. ive never had a job before. how can i present that on the application. also, the website advises the documents added to the app must be in .bmp format, what kind of format were your documents (birthcertificate, passport)? thank you.

You can state that your trip is funded by your dad. He needs to provide proof of income, etc. They allow pdf and jpeg as well.

hi, i m a foreigner taking my masters degree in phillipines. i want to apply for australian tourist visa to visit my sister in australia during summer break. what additional documents do i need to submit? thank u po.

If she is sponsoring you, she has to write an invitation letter, copy of her passport, proof of assets (title of house and bank statements). Given that you are a student, I would suggest asking your sister to sponsor the whole trip or make it appear on your visa application.

how did you receive the visa? Are they gonna mail it to you? Or just email and you can print it? Thanks

Email then print. :)

Hi. Is there a chance that I will be given a visa if my reason is to only travel for a couple of days in aussie but will be flying to another country with a multiple entry? My proof of evidence will only be the visa of that country and PH employment certificate (given that I recently resigned)?

There is. Just make sure to create a comprehensive cover letter and include the details of your flights.

Hello can I already book a ticket even without the Visa. I enrolled in a short class that will last for 1wk only. Should I also present the invoice ?

Hello. I just want to confirm that the tourist visa is valid for 1 year upon approval. Thank you.

Depends on the visa granted to you. I think, the minimum is 3 months validity (single or multiple entry). If you will apply for a 12 month visa, I think you have to undergo medical exam.

Hi! Can i get a clarification… so the visa does not have a definite period, like from June 20,2017-August 20,2017? It will just say that the visa is good for so and so number of months? I am planning to apply for one soon, but would like to travel in December pa. Thanks!

Hello! My passport expires on December 2019, can I still apply for a visa to Australia for a conference in December but before the exact date of expiration.

Hello. Is it okay to not present ITR since I’ve just resigned from my job. And AU will just be a stopover since Im going to another country..

Hi, did they get your biometrics or something?

hello! should i just scan my passport including my past travels or do i have to photocopy it, notarized and then scan and upload on their website? thanks in advance.

I have the same question, is it necessary for the documents to be notarized? Or are colored scans good enough? thank you!

Hi Angela, when we applied, the list of requirements indicated that the passport has to be notarized. We didn’t have ours notarized, though. But our application still got approved. :)

hi, is it necessary for the documents to be notarized as of this year, 2019?

hello….do we need to get a travel insurance as well? is it a must/requirement?

for the bank statement, how far historically should you show? 6 months? 1 year?

The one I submitted showed 6 months. :)

Hi po! I’m a Grade 12 student. And I do have relatives in Australia. Ano po ba ang ibang evidence that can make sure na ma grant ang tourist visa? By the way, sila po mag sponsor sa akin. Thank you☺

Hi Chabelita. I’m not that familiar with the requirements for visiting a resident in Australia as my experience is restricted to tourist and business.

Hi Sir Yoshke,

My brother is applying for a tourist visa to join a competition in Aus. He is going to use my bank statement since he has no existing bank acct as of the moment. I was just wondering if you would know what other supporting documents do we need to submit just to be sure it gets accepted?

Hi Camille, how old is your brother? Is he still a student?

Hi! Your blog post is very helpful, though I have few more questions! Haha When should one apply for a tourist visa? Can I apply 6 mos in advance or they have a rule that the earliest is 3 mos before like Schengen visa? I’ll be flying on Oct 28th this year, and I’m not really sure if I should book now or wait in August. I’m scared If I apply now valid pa din kaya visa ko sa october. Thank you so much :)

Hi Eleni! The visa we received must be used within 6 months of issuance. We applied in June and we needed to enter Australia before December.

Hi! If I’ll apply for a family visa (group of 5), should I create an ImmiAccount individually? Also, I’ll be flying on Nov this year and my passport will expire Feb 2018, can I apply for a visa now kahit sa September 2017 pa yung schedule for renewal ko?

Hi Yosh, can I use a bank certificate instead of a bank statement? Thank you :)

Yep, you can.

Hi! I will be applying for an Australian visa next week. I am a student and okay lang ba if I show my bank certificate instead of bank statements as proof on how I can fund for my trip?

Hi! I will be applying for an Australian visa next week. I am a student and okay lang ba if I show my bank certificate instead of bank statements as proof of how I can fund for my trip? Also, how much should I show if I will be staying for 1 week?

I guess this comment is a week late, sorry. If you’re a student, how can you afford to go on a trip? Technically, you have no source of income. I would suggest asking your parents to declare sponsorship. Bank statement or certificate will do. As for the money, consider which state are you visiting. Some costs higher than the others. Check the hotel rates, activities you want to try and transportation. Make sure you have an extra money in case of emergencies.

About the bank statement, did you just took a photo of your hard copy bank statement? Or is it okay to just take a screenshot of my online banking account?

You can request this one from your bank.

Thank you for the helpful blog! One question, though. The documents need to be scanned or can we just take photos of those and submit?

Thanks and appreciate your response!

For as long as you can take a clear photo of the document, that should be alright. I would recommend scanning tho.

With regards to required documents to be attached, there’s no limit per file?.. or is it required to have a minimum 500kb per file?..

thanks for the info, but can i apply tourist visa without the bank statement? my aunt will shoulder all the expenses? thanks and I didn’t have a job can it be possible?

That is possible. If your aunt will cover all your expenses, your bank statement is not a problem. But if you have any amount in the bank, I would suggest that you include it no matter how little it is. As for the job, well, some people get their visa application denied because they have weak PH ties or not enough reason that you’ll go back to the PH.

Hi, I am planning to apply for tourist visa. I am currently staying in Singapore. Do I need to go for biometrics collection even though I would apply online? Thanks

Hello…..i just want to ask if same on mine ..i dont have any property or own a Business like having business permit…..i have only friend there in australia and hes the one paying for all ….what should i do…hope theres someone give some advice on me.

Hi hope u cud help me…. i am applying online and i am in the portion of attaching the files…. i scanned the documents using adobe and saved it in the icloud drive of my ipad…. however, i could not access or click on the files in my icloud drive to attach these… what could be the reason?…. i used the same procedure and files for my new zealand visa application and it was fine…. thank you in advance!

This blog really helped us alot. Thanks and Just want to share my sisters experience with the Australian Tourist Visa in case someone has the same situation as hers.

Profile : 50 years old, employed, married with 2 kids, NO OUT OF THE COUNTRY TRAVEL experience, w/ invitation letter from an australian citizen sister in law, all travel expenses sponsored by our family business.

Docs submitted 1) invitation letter w/ passport of sister in law, brother and marriage certificate 2) bank statement and certificate (personal and payroll) 3) coe and approved leave 4) marriage and birth certificate 5) notarized secretary certificate by our family business stating all travel expenses will be covered 6) dti, mayors permit, financial statement, sec registration of the family business 7) passport biopage 8) form 54 9) cover letter and itinerary 10) uploaded also under evidence of travel a letter explaining why my sister has not been out of the country (application will not proceed to the next step without any file on this portion)

Submitted and paid online last Saturday – Jul 20 2019 and got the visa grant today, Jul 26. Single entry – one year.

Hi, can you send me a sample letter you sent explaining sister does not have travel history? thanks

Thanks for sharing, Lester!

Can i ask you a favor to please send me an example of cover letter and itinerary you submit when you applied. Here is my email [email protected] thank you in advanced and thanx for this wonderful blog you help so much specially for the first time traveller. Have a nice weekend and God Bless I will wait for ur reply.. thanx again

good evening, can i ask po kung paano process po ng pag bayad ng visa fee for tourist visa sub 600.. i am planning to apply my visa by next week.. thank you.

by the way you can email me your answer: [email protected]

thank you in advance

Hello, I just want to ask because I don’t have any bank statements or any account is it okay because all my expenses will be shoulder to my Aussie boyfriend and his family, what should I do? Thanks or you can email me at @[email protected]

Hi! Thanks for the useful info. Anyway, I’d like to ask if having a medical examination is strictly required in all cases? Will my application be denied if I didn’t take a medical examination? I’m just staying there for 6 days, yet the examination will cost me 6000 bucks. Thanks!

Hi there! I’m applying for tourist visa online. Where do I attach my passport size picture? Thanks

Hi . ask lang ako if makakakuha ba akong ng visa sa Australia ? Unemployed po kasi akong as in sa bahay lang ? E yung friend ko sa Australia yinayaya akong magbaskyon ng 10days? Pero diko Alan paano ako makakakuha ng visa? Wala din akong pera sa bank account na malaki? Maibibigay ko lang is I.d and birth certificate … Pero yung nag invite sken na friends ko sagot nya lahat expenses ko dun roundtrip ticket ko as in lahat. Paano po ba ?? Help naman po…. Reply pls.

Hi Sir! I need your advice po Im planning to lodge my tourist visa to Oz soon. I’m self-employed ngayon, but i have yet to complete my business registration papers. Wala naman po kayang problem if ever newly-issued lang yung isa-submit kong documents? Also, aside from DTI and Mayor’s Permit, what other documents ang pwede pa po iattach? Thanks!!

Hi Fhemie, I think it would raise questions. But if you have other ways to prove that you’re earning (invoices, ITR, etc.), those would help.

Hi. I’m pretty much ok with my application. But they’re requiring past travel documents to be attached. The last time i travelled out of the country was back in 2010 to HK. Do you think it’s really required? Also I was declined for a US visa in 2010 as well. Should I declare that in my application?

Hi Chris! You can submit your HK trip even if it was in 2010.

Regarding the US visa refusal, if they ask, you should tell the truth. (Not sure if they ask in the form.)

HI! applying visa next week, i would like to ask if you could help me or can i use your submitted cover letter as a pattern? And can u share your itinerary and hotel?

Thanks alot!

Hii…..i would to know how to apply the visa… I born and lived in Malaysia but I am a Philippines pasport holder… how can i fill the visa requirement if i dont have Philippines birth certificate..Nso…bank statement and so so on

Is this process applicable to all filipinos regardless where are you working right now (curretly working in mid east)??? Thank you

Hi Qirk. I think so. But not sure. If I remember correctly, they will be asking questions about your location on the IMMI website. (It’s been a while so I’m not sure I’m remembering it right.)

Hi just want to ask if ok ba na isubmit ko yung 2 nso cert. Of my 2 kids just to make sure na i’ll come back? Wala kc akong work but i have credit cards extention of my mother in law in the states?

Hi! I honestly don’t know the answer to this. :(

Hi, how long did you wait for your visa to get approved?

Hi Yoshke! I hope you can help me. I have a question kasi. I’m filling out an online application form and I’m being asked what is the relationship between me and the one who will support my travel. Since my boyfriend is the one sponsoring my trip I was hoping I could choose “friend” to best describe the relationship. I could’t find friend on the drop down list. Do you know what could be the problem? Did I miss anything? This is page 13/20 on the form. Thank you!

Hi Koleen, I honestly don’t know the answer to this. :(

It’s okay. Another question, is it okay if I submit 3 recent payslips instead of ITR and one bank certificate to establish that I am working and have a personal savings? Pang additional evidence lang. Thank you!

Hi po! May I ask ano po inilagay nyo sa sponsor part? I also have the same case. My bf will be sponsoring me. But there’s no bf on the lists. Thanks po sa reply :)

Hi koleen…where u able to get australian visa? Hows the process going? I want to ask what relationship did u put on ur application? Thanks.

You Should specify as “boyfriend” dear.

Hi yoshke, Thank u for this useful blog…I want to ask if how much the minimum amount of money to show in the bank statement? How long u’ve got ur approval letter? And lastly, is it okay to put there 2weeks planning to stay in australia but my real intention is to stay for 2months? Would it matter? Since i didn’t saw ur visa letter the valid date Pls reply….thanks! Cheers!

Hi Julie! Here are my answers.

how much the minimum amount of money to show in the bank statement? —- I dunno. They don’t explicitly say. But to give you an idea, the embassy of France requires 120 euro per day from Schengen applicants. Maybe you can use that as basis to get a ballpark figure?

How long u’ve got ur approval letter? — Almost a month. But this was in 2015. It’s much shorter these days. Some get theirs in 1-2 days.

Is it okay to put there 2weeks planning to stay in australia but my real intention is t stay for 2months? —- We always encourage being truthful in visa applications. But we applied for a 3-week stay and were granted a visa valid for 3 months.

I got mine in 7 days. Quite fast (for me). Thank for the tips. :)

Is biometrics needed?

Hi there! Would like to ask if screenshots ng credit card and bank statements pwede as attachments? Thank you

Screenshots? I dunno…. Parang hindi since it can be easily altered.

can…basta clear and shots

Hi! Is it necessary to have all documents notarized?

Hi, perhaps someone may be able to help me with this, I am an Australian, previously working and living in Malaysia and still currently residing , or staying there, (in Malaysia) for an extended holiday on a tourist visa. I wish to take my girlfriend, who is a Filipina and who is currently working in Malaysia (as a maid) though, not my maid, on a trip down to Australia. Obviously I will be financing the trip and all her expenses will be covered by me. Does anyone know from perhaps a similar situation whether there maybe difficulties in securing the visa.

Peter, better inquire or ask for assistance with your embassy or consular office in Malaysia.

Hi! I would be applying for tourist visa this month. I’m planning to lodge my application online without going thru an agency. I’ve scanned all the requirements. May i know what specific documents need to be notarized? Thanks!

Hi Rus! There was a note that the passport copy had to be notarized when we applied. Not sure if that’s still true now. You’ll know when you begin your application. It’s usually indicated on the application dashboard.

What if I have Australian sponson who is not living im Australia? I have Australian bf who wants me to travel with him to Australia for a holiday.

Hi Aileen. Naku, we can only speak from experience so hindi namin alam pag ganyan ung case. :(

Hi. Can i apply from UK? (im a tourist here)

Hi Gie. Yes you can. The application is 100% done online (unless you’re summoned).

Hello, ask ko lang po kung paano ma.affix yong signature ng applicant through online application. Do they ask for medical if 3 or 6 months holiday only?

May I ask if to whom should I address the cover letter if I’ll be applying online?

Not sure if that’s right, but that’s what I submitted. :)

Hi Yoshke, this article is very helpful! Thank you for writing this.

Anyway, I have a few questions. I’m planning to visit my aunt in Australia in 2019 with my husband and baby (less than 2 years old). I’m working online as a freelancer and my only proof of income is my PayPal account – I get paid weekly via PayPal. Do you think I can I use that as my proof of income? I don’t have BIR yet. Just a note, my husband has a stable office job with good salary and I have a bank account with quite a good amount of savings, almost 1M. Do you think there’s a chance that we will be approved?

Hi Liza, since your trip won’t be until 2019, you still have plenty of time to work on your BIR documents. This will make your chances better. :)

Liza, your hubby should be the Primary Applicant.

Yoshke, 1) will it be individual application in cases for family with kids? or husband and wife? or there is group application? 2) if individual, there is a chance that one gets approved and other/s not.

One member can apply for the whole family.

According to the Immi website: Yes. ImmiAccount will let you submit multiple online applications and pay for these applications at the same time. For example, if you and your family are applying for visitor visa applications, one member of the family can create and manage all the applications through their ImmiAccount, and pay for all these applications at once. Payment can be made by credit card in Australian Dollars (AUD) for all online applications submitted through ImmiAccount.

Question po regarding this…kasama ko po kasi i-apply ang 2kids ko.may immi accnt npo ako…pero parang wla pong group application sa mga option.kaya nag individual po ako.pede po ba new application para sa 2kids ko..using my same immi accnt.naguguluhan po kasi ako.tnx po.truely appreciated po sa reply

Hi Liza, as far as I know, you can make multiple applications using one Immi account. You can also create a group on the dashboard (just click on “new group” and then take note of the group code) and then when filling out the application form, at one point you will be asked if it’s part of a group, click yes and enter the group code.

Hi. Just want to ask po if ok lng ba ilagay names ng friends to visit/contact in australia? Should i still ask for a letter of invitation from them or any proof that i know them? This is a self funded trip po pero pano po kung nag offer din po ng accomodation sa place nila what document po ang ibbgay sa embassy? I hope you can help me po. Thank you so much!

Hi Lei, if you’ll be staying at a friend’s house, it would be best to submit a letter of invitation talaga. Best if in the letter, maexplain ung details ng trip and how you know each other. And yes, you can also submit proof of your relationship.

Hi! Ive read through your article on AU visa and was wondering if having a Japan visa (recently expired) would be a plus? Coz I’m planning to reapply for a Japan visa as well, for the multiple entry.

Hope to hear from you soon.

Yes, it can help you get better chances, but no guarantee. :)

Planning to take my parents to Oz. Never been there but I want to go with them. Problem is, they don’t have any proof of income, not even bank accounts. I am working abroad and of course would sponsor them as we travel. How do I apply for them?

Also, is medical exam required upon application?

Hope to hear from you! Thanks.

No, medical exam isn’t required.

How old are your parents? Are they senior citizens na?

Hi Po, been following your posts at dami ko nakukuha tips sa travels ko and thank you so much for that. We have plan to visit Australia come July 2018 with my husband, our 2 yo son and 2 of my friends. I am currently working overseas at yung husband ko nasa Pinas ngbusiness. May business permit naman. yung questions ko po; 1. Separate immigaccount po ba yung sa husband ko? Di ba kami pwede magfamily application? At paano yung sa anak ko. 2. Kaka-start lng kasi nung business last year, so it will appear sa ITR nya na masyadong mababa lang binayaran nya. Makakaapekto po ba ito sa application nya? Meron naman syang DTI, Mayor’s Permit, Business Permit, sufficient naba ito or need pa talaga ITR? 3. May invitation kami from an Australian friend (former workmate -Pinay wife and also a good friend of ours) and we will be staying in their house in Perth, but after Perth mag-Sydney kami before going back home sa Philippines. Wala ba maging problema if ang invitation sa Perth lang? 5. What about my 2 other friends, separate po ba application nila? 6. Mga magkano po dapat nasa saving account for sure approval for 1 week trip to Australia?

1. Group applications are allowed under 1 ImmiAccount lang.

2. Hindi naman required ang ITR. It will be helpful kung meron pero di sya required-required. Since married kayo, I think okay lang, explain mo na lang in a letter na you’re working abroad and your husband stays at home to take care of your son and a business, and that this is a family trip.

3. Up to you if you want to mention the Sydney part. Ideally, you have to declare that, but if you do, it would be great if you can also submit your day-to-day itinerary and hotel booking in Sydney.

5. Not sure if okay lang isama sa group application pag hindi relatives. I haven’t tried.

6. No one knows. They don’t say that explicitly.

Hi. Thank you po sa response. Follow-up question lang po. In the online form meron po question about National Identity Card. “Does this applicant have a national identity card?” Ano po ba ibig sabihin nito? Ibang country po na na identiry card? Thanks.

I don’t remember na pero I think NA lang nilagay ko dun kasi wala naman tayong national ID.

Yung Form 54 – Family Composition ay required din po ba?

Thank you again. One last question po. What about this question po? Does the applicant have any members of their family unit not travelling to Australia who are not Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents?

Thank you po. What about this question? Non-accompanying members of the family unit Does the applicant have any members of their family unit not travelling to Australia who are not Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents?

Pasensya na pero hind ko kasi macomprehend yung question.

May I ask where can I reserve my flight? Thanks.

You can try this: http://www.thepoortraveler.net/2017/06/flight-hotel-reservations-visa-application/

Your blog is very helpful. I used your guides sa mga trips ko abroad. Question ko lang po about Australian Visa through online application. Since walang visa stamp/sticker na bibigay ang embassy, what if let say mag apply ako ng VISA for Schengen, how will they know na nakarating na ako sa Australia? Confused lang ako. Thanks in advance po sa pagsagot.

They will stamp your passport upon entering Australia naman. :)

And you can also submit a copy of the visa (the letter stating you’ve been granted a visa) when you apply for Schengen visa. :)

Pls update this post, as Australia no longer stamp passport upon entry nor exit . The only evidence of your Oz travel is copy of your boarding pass and ofcourse photos.

Hi! Yup, thanks for bringing this up. I just arrived from Australia last weekend and yeah, they don’t stamp entry or exit anymore.

I yoshke! Thank you for the blog. The family and i are planning on a trip to melbourne for my cousin’s wedding this october. May question lang po ako, invitations are already in order with my name as part of the entourage. In my passport meron akong “Ma. Elizabethl.” Pero sa NSO brth cert ko wala yung “Ma.”. ok la g ba if i submit along with my NSO birth cert yung baptismal cert and a notarized document of one and the same person? Thnak you for your reply.

Naku, di ko po alam kapag ganyan. :(

Hi everyone

Does anyone here have applied AU Tourist visa through VFS?

Hi po, My first travel was in Macau and HK. I am planning to travel again internationally in Australia using itinerary MNL-SIN-AU and going back to Manila to celebrate my birthday. But I don’t have any relative there in AU, can I ask what is second option in supporting documents for LOI? Please reply. Ty!

If you don’t know anyone in Australia and you’re going there as a tourist, you don’t need to submit an LOI. If it doesn’t apply to you, don’t provide that doc.

Please reply ty po

Maraming Salamat po, ano po kaya pwede Ko isubmit instead? Pwede po kaya yung mga itineraries na pupuntahan Ko na mga tourist spots? Please reply po.

I’m not sure if you’ve read the post properly.

If you’re not visiting anyone, you don’t need to provide a letter of invitation.

And yes, you need to submit your daily itinerary if you’re applying as a tourist. It’s in the list of requirements I provided above. Please read.

Thank you po clear na po ngayon hehe GodBless Us :))))

No prob! :) Good luck with your application! :)

Hi! I’m just wondering, do the documents have to be notarized or certified before submitting? I’m a bit confused because on their website it says: “Certified copies of the biographical pages of the current passport” “Certified copies of birth certificate” I don’t know what they mean by certified.

I’m about to lodge my application, but this suddenly caught my attention. Thank you in advance for answering! :)

I just want to ask, Where will i submit the documents ? aside from the UPLOADED DOCUMENTS., should i also need to get an appointment and submit the documents at VFS office Makati, after i fill-out my immiaccount?

Hi Kim. Not sure I understand your question. The application I explained above is done completely online. No need to schedule an appointment. All requirements have to be uploaded to the Immi website.

What other documents are you referring to?

My sister along with her husband and children is planning to apply australian visa online as a group, pwede b akong sumabay s group application nya?

Hi Red, ang alam ko, pwede. :)

Hi! I read your article before lodging my application online, it helped me prepared for it. I just received the good news (just now!) that my visa application has been granted! I got it after 12days of waiting, 1-yr multiple entry, 3mos/entry. Thanks!

Hi Gab! may I ask, did you specifically state na you’re planning to go back to aus or requested for a multiple entry visa?

Congrats! Did you lodge your application online? I am still waiting for my results and hopefully I’ll get a response soon.

Congrats, Gab! Enjoy Oz! :)

Thanks! Your blog has been helpful in all my visa applications ^^,

I read your article and I would like to ask po, My boyfriend sent me an invitation letter which his intend for me to travel is on May 1, which is today, However hind ko pa na lodge on time sa immiaccount ko kasi po nasa province ako and ang internet coverage is very slow sometimes wala po, Can i still lodge it kahit and naka lagay sa invitation is May 1 and most probably malodge ko lahat ng documents i think bukas? please help. Thank you.

Hi Anno, baka you can get another letter from your boyfriend. I think you can still lodge it naman but it just might raise some questions tapos mag-start ng doubt.

And also this is my second time napo, first nag ask ako ng help from travel agency and i was granted single entry, then i want to try this time online application kasi ang mahal po sa agency 25K, please help. salamat po.

It may be too late to answer but for other people’s reference, my cousin’s invitation was dated in Feb but I lodged my application in April :) [It’s just one of the many documents I submitted], visa application was granted.

Hi Gab –

ask ko lang po kasi nag apply na ako one time for tourist visa and i got refuse this is thru agency , even if i have an invitation letter coming from my bf in aussie, my question is ano po bang dapat gawin kasi po plan ko magapply sana how long do i have to wait to re apply ? and ano po dapat ko ipresent ulit? same po ba before na pinresent ko? kasi natatakot ako na baka madenied na naman , how much po is the minimum amount sa bank kahit may sponsor ka? ok lang po ba sa online na ilagay ko boyfriend ko sya? and do i need to submit po ba yung pics namen together? Please help me ndenied yung visa ko nung May 2018 —

Thanks po sa tutulong

Hi Yoshke, I really like your post. Thank you so much. It is very helpful for my desire to visit Australia. Let me ask cuz I’m planning to go to Melbourne just for a week this Mid August, is my funds for 200,000 is enough for this do you think? And I will be doing the process this week.

How long is your trip? If a few days lang, yep, enough na yan. :)

hi! how do u apply as a family? everyone should make an immi account?

Kahit 1 lang ang gumawa, tapos submit as a group na. :)

Oh Im so happy to get a reply. Thank you soo much. I’ll be there for just a week.

Hi Yoshke Dimen,

Thank you for your time in advance. I’m currently working now with my application. I have another question. I got BIR 2307 from my employer that shows my tax charges and the amount of salary too, Do you think this is enough? An ITR cant be served instead I need to ask it from BIR with a charge. Secondly, do I need to notarize the documents? Third, My passport name is maiden, with the DFA approval, I’ve separated 9 yrs now but not yet annulled by paper, do you think, the embassy still beed to check on that? This is something to do with IDs I am submitting, both under married and maiden names .

Thank you in advace

1. I don’t know if that’s enough. Visa application approval involves a lot of factors: funds, employment, rootedness. I think if you have plenty of other proof of income/employment/rootedness, okay lang yan.

2. There was a note that the passport copy had to be notarized when we applied. Not sure if that’s still true now. You’ll know when you begin your application. It’s usually indicated on the application dashboard. In our case, we didn’t have our docs notarized but they were accepted.

3. Usually, a quick remedy is just submit a copy of the marriage certificate to explain the different last names. I don’t know for sure coz I haven’t experienced it.

what is the longest visa we can get? can we get a multiple visa say 5 years or 10 years?

Thank you for sharing your experiences in the beautiful places in AU and how to get the AU visa, We are visiting our kids who is studying in AU this July so we are now planning to apply the Visa this June what is the website for the immi account. Thanks

Hi there, help please…. i will be traveling with my wife. I have filled up the online application and was asked for my traveling companion. I end up until i submit my application. but i can’t see anything on how to attach the details for my wife. separate ba ang application nya in a separate IMMIACCOUNT?? kindly email me your reply. i might not be able to return to your blog site.

maraming salamat po.

hope this will help…i was also confused with that travelling companion part….but when you click on yes and i believe it will ask you to enter the details.it will indicate that a separate application needs to be submitted for that person.in your case your wife..

Hi! Not sure exactly how to do group application because I haven’t tried it myself. I just know that it’s possible.

Just wanna share..since d agony of waiting for d visa is too much hehheh I submitted my application may 9 and just received the visa today may 18 and multiple entries was granted. I only have 5000aud sa bank..and hindi certified copy ang sinubmit ko. I only scanned my current and old passport….the rest of the documents,i only took photos /picture of it.as long as clear naman yung copy…and screensht yung iba.maybe case to case basis.maybe ok lang kc they accepted it.

Hi, okay lang kaya if screenshot lang un mga payslips and other paperless transactions?

Hi Tine, yung sa akin downloaded na payslips, so halos same lang sya ng screenshots. Na-approve naman. Pero halos extra ko na lang yung payslips kasi meron din akong COE, ITR, bank cert, etc.

hello is bank certificate ok? or should I submit both with bank statement? I will just have a 4 days workshop in Melbourne, I am planning to have an 8days stays how much money do I need?

Hi Anna, di ko sure. :( Submit ka na lang din ng statement if okay naman ang finances mo and walang anything questionable.

Okay thanks!! Last question: is 200k enough for 2 adults, 1 infant for 8 days? Minus my plane ticket since my employer invited me.

I think when I applied, nasa ganyan lang din yung laman ng account ko pero mag-isa lang ako. So it’s hard to say. :(

Thanks for sharing, Dan!

Hii, I have a question :) Will they send you an email if your visa has been granted? Or is it in the immi account?

Hi Rovinni. It’s in the immi account.

Wow thats helpful, so I’ll just generate bank statements from my online account. I think that would do it.

Thank you so much for the reply. As always your ideas and knowledge are a good help. More power Yoshke Dimen!!!

Good Afternoon, Please am trying to apply the Australian for me and my family, i was born in Nigeria but i live in Republic of Georgia, i wanted to know if it’s possible if i can apply here without my resident, But my wife and my son, there citizen of this country, please kindly explain how to go about it

Hi Yoshke. Considered pa ba kami for a group family application kahit kaming magkakapatid ay 18 years and above o kelangang individual na kaming mag-aapply? Thank you.

Hi Raymond, I’m not sure coz i haven’t tried group application myself. But I think pwede naman yan kasi immediate family pa rin. Again, not sure.

How do you know when a document is “required”? In my attach documents menu it just has “Additional documents” there isn’t a required documents menu, do you have a picture of what the menu looks like for required documents?

I would like to thank you for sharing useful tips in applying for an Australian tourist visa. I just got my e-mail notice from the Department of Home Affairs – Australian Government, saying that my tourist visa was granted. I will visit Australia on my birthday next month! :)

Wow! Congrats! Enjoy Oz! :)

Hello po., patulong naman po.. I’m applying for a tourist visa under sponsorship, I’m just confused saang field q po Ba i.attach ang cover letter q?

Pwede sa Evidence of Planned Tourism Activities, others

Thank you so much for this blog it’s really helpful! I have a question po. My boyfriend and his family will cover the expenses (transportation, food), and accomodation (may house po sila dun) of my vacation in Australia this coming December. Pinoy po sila na citizen na dun. I’m a little confused po with the online application. Since sponsorship po is not available for friends/bf but only family lang, should I put “Self-Funded” ako and then just explain po dun sa explanation bar below about how I would support myself and that my bf and his family will support me? Or no need po to explain about my bf and his fam supporting me on that page and just attach documents and letter explaining that they would support my stay? Tho I would also showmoney po so basically, I could support myself in terms of buying souvenirs and food hehe.

Also, do I really need to have all the documents notarized po? Including yung mga invitation letter and supporting documents ni bf and fam? I’m a little confused din po dito. Is it okay if all the supporting documents he will send me are soft/scanned copies? Of he needs to send it to me via courier pa before I could apply?

Sorry po if I have a lot of questions. It’s my first time din kasi.

May I ask how your application went? How long before na grant visa mo? :)

Same situation ako right now thou I Still checked sponsored by others then explained dun sa box na it will be my Australian bf who will cover all the expenses

Hello Slick,

I haven’t applied yet. I’m planning to do it by the end of September pa since I’m planning to fly on December pa naman. Did you lodge your application already? I talked to other people as well about this and I was informed that it’s okay to put Self-Funded and just explain dun sa “Details on how travel will be funded” that my bf will sponsor me.

Was your visa application granted?

I tried the same for my boyfriend but I know where I went wrong (didn’t provide evidence of his funds and only my own).

Would love to hear your experience and advice.

Hi Jacq, to be honest, I’m not that familiar with the requirements kapag invited by someone there kasi my experience is limited to tourism (self-funded) and business (sponsored by a company). I’m not sure what types of info they need kapag invited by someone. :(

Sa visa applications in general, if may sufficient personal funds and proof of rootedness/employment ang applicant, mas madaling maapprove ang self-funded trips kasi it’s simpler.

Thanks for the response! Just an additional question. I’m not sure where to put my Cover Letter, plane tickets of future trips (since I could use these as a strong reason of going back to PH), our photos together of the person who will sponsor me. May I know which area I should upload all these? Thank you!

Hi Jacq, I would submit it under Evidence of Tourism Activities. I’ll mention in the letter my relationship with the sponsor and then also mention that you have other trips coming up and for which you are also attaching the tickets as proof. So I’ll compile the letter, the tickets, the day to day itinerary, and the photos in one file together. Unahin mo na lang yung letter so may explanation bakit may mga kasamang iba pang docs. :)

Thank you so much for these information! It’s all really helpful. I’ll follow your tips. Hopefully, I get to fly to Aussie soon

Hello. Can I ask how to apply online as a group (Family)? Thank you

Just create an ImmiAccount and then make multiple applications using that account. You can also create a group on the dashboard (just click on “new group” and then take note of the group code) and then when filling out the application form, at one point you will be asked if it’s part of a group, click yes and enter the group code.

Hello, I’ll be visiting my husband in Sydney who has a temporary working visa. (On shored by his company here in the Ph). We are planning to go back here in Ph together. Do I still need an Invitation letter from him? Thank you!

Hi, my mom and I are filing an application this July. My mom is already a senior citizen and wala naman kaming business, my question po is, mas okay po kaya mag dagdag ng cover letter ang mom ko na senior Na sya and walang work or okay lang Na bank cert Na lang ilalagay? Thank you

You can add a letter. You can even add a copy of her senior ID to prove it. Then bank cert din to prove funds.

Good Day. Visa grantee na kami last year pero expired na this year. mag aapply ulit kami and may mga kasama akong minors. need parin ba ng DSWD travel clearance kahit may mga passport na sila? They will travel without their parents parin, same thing last year. Thank you sa sagot.

Need pa rin ng Immigration ng DSWD Clearance basta walang parent na kasama.

Thank you for the anwer Yoshke! Another thing is do we need to create individual immi acount or can I use my own account, make a group and apply their visa so i won’t need to open multi immi accounts upon application for our group. BTW I am our group coordinator that is why I will be doing all the application. Thanks in advance.

Hi Mik. As far as I know, you can use your own account. Just one account will do. I haven’t tried doing it in just one account though, so I’m not that sure. But I think it’s possible.

Thank you very much. Nag send na ako ng request to koin the group.

I tried to add new application and seems fine but now i encounctered another problem, because there is no option “attached documents” under the application/name of my companion. What should I do with this? Am I the only one who needs to submit all the documents since we are applying as a group and I am the one who created it? Thank you

Hi Mik. Hmmm, I dunno kasi I haven’t tried group. And parating may problem sa Immi website so hard to tell if glitch or something. Have you joined our Support Group on facebook yet? Our members are really helpful. Baka someone has experienced it before and can help. Just post about it. Here’s the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepoortraveler/

Hi I have question my close friend(australian citizen) in Sydney Australia are planning to invite me on August 2018 for a Tourist Visa and they ask me to provide a Business Permit and bank Certificate with below 100k savings but I still don’t have ITR kasi kaka-open ko lang last January 2018 and they will be the one to sponsor all my expenses aside of my Ticket so is it possible I can enter australia without ITR? Please I need ur prompt response. Thanks

ITR is not required, but strongly recommended. However, if you really can’t provide, make sure you have other proof of employment and rootedness to submit.

Hello what if me and my husband will apply for visitors visa, do we need to apply separately? Is there a way that we can apply together?

Hi Candz, you can create just one Immi account and create a group in the dashboard then take note of your group ID code. Then you’ll need to create an application for each of you and enter the group code when prompted. :)

I see thanks … one more question… if we plan to visit next year can we apply visit visa this year? Thanks so much

on the 20 page Elodgement page, medyo naguluhan lang ako sa significant dates. Kailangan ko din ba ilagay yung place kung nasaan ako on the significant dates?

Hmmm I dunno what exactly ang dapat isulat, but basta ang nilagay ko is yung dates na dapat andun talaga ako sa Australia. For example, kung business visa kasi you’re attending the conference, sinulat ko something like this: July 2 – Press Conference

Sa Tourist Stream naman, I don’t remember kung in-ask din ito, but if meron din, for example, the purpose of your stay is to attend a wedding, just type the date and a short description

nag ask din sa tourism ng significant dates. purpose ko lang talaga is for vacation/tour. maybe pwede ko ilagay siguro yung individual date and kung saan ako pupunta.

iba pa siguro yung pag nagpasa ka ng detailed itinerary?

I don’t know for sure, but I would probably do the same if that were me. haha

Ganun na lang talaga gawin ko. date and places to visit. appreciate the help, thank you very much.

No problem! Good luck with your application!

Any idea if there is additional fee if multiple ang i rerequest? Kasi mag sside trip kami to NZ from Sydney. Tas after NZ, babalik kami Melbourne – any changes sa requirements or fees?

thanks so much

Hi Ju. I’m not sure if merong additional fee pag multiple. I think same lang.

If you’re applying for a multiple entry visa, just make sure that your requirements clearly show the need for multiple. For example, in your submitted itinerary, make sure it shows that you’re exiting Australia for New Zealand and going back again. This way, the need for multiple is justified.

Kindly help me what is supposed to be included in the non-accompanying members of the family unit. I am already married. Am I still supposed to include the names of my siblings? Or is it no longer necessary? Thank you in advance.

Hi Patrick, this is on the application form, right? Hmmm I never had to deal with that part of the form because I’m single but according to other forum sites, it refers to spouse and children only. So no need for siblings info.

Hi po, ask ko lang po if need pa po ba ilagay husband ni mother if matagal na silang hiwalay (but not legally). And father/mother in-law po ba ang ilalagay na relationship ko sa in-laws ng brother ko or dapat friend lang? Salamat po.

Yes Yoshke. It is in the application form. Thank you for the response!

If you have like 10 passports and a lot of travel within each passport, do you have to scan all of these pages? Thank you!

Ideally, yes. Although in my case, I may have skipped some pages. Haha.

Hi.. im planning to apply for australian tourist visa this month.. as i read ir post its stated that we need to submit evidence of family composition.. does this mean i need to submit psa birth cert of my parents and siblings or just mine as the applicant? Thank you! Ur rsponse is highly appreciated.

Hi. It’s not required. I submitted just my birth certificate on two occasions. Both times, my application was approved.

Hello! Good Day..I wanna apply tourist visa and I’am going there with my parents. I just recently graduated and currently unemployed. I also don’t have a bank account yet. What papers do I need to submit for the requirements aside from my passport and birth certificate? Thank you :)

Hi! We have the same case. I just wanted to ask how did you apply for your Australian visa? Was it granted?

Hi! very helpful tips on how to apply visitor visa, i just want to ask a favor if you can make a cover letter for me, here’s my email add: [email protected] . I really appreciate your help. Thank you.

Uhm, no. Best if you write the letter yourself because you know the details and the purpose of your trip better than anyone else.

Hi I would like know what did you put here?

Other identity documents Does this applicant have other identity documents?

It says there… Enter the details of any national identity documents issued by a government other than Australia. This includes any document which was issued by a government for the purpose of identification, such as:

Alien registration number Birth certificate Drivers licence Marriage certificate National Identity document Social security card

Hi there! Our family of 4 plans to apply for an Australian Visa. Do I need to create an Immiaccount for each us? Thank you.

Just one will do.

Thank you. My sister and her family are now in Sydney but they are not yet permanent residents there. We will be staying in their rented apartment if we push through with the trip . My question is, would it be okay if I will submit an invitation letter from my sister upon applying for an Australian visa kahit hindi pa sila PR doon? Thanks.

Hi AUrora, naku, di ko alam. Medyo labas na yan sa personal experience ko :(

Okay, thanks. :)

Hello There , Good evening to you , i already lodged my application online for my Visitor Visa Subclass 600 last June 30th and i am still waiting the result my only problem po bago yong passport ko at nakalimutan ko po na wala pa pala akong signature sa new passport ko .may idea po ba kayo ano dapat gawin?Just worried baka ma denied ako until now wala pa din silang update ..Thank you .

Hello po.. Saan ko po ba pwede e attach yung Birth Certificate ko? Hindi naka specify kung sa required or recommended.. Salamat po

Hi Nelia, kami, sa family docs namin isinama (under Recommended).

ok salamat po.. Kailangan pa po ba mag submit ng Form 54 Family Composition? :)

It’s not required. But it’s recommended.

Maraming salamat po :)

Hi! Very informative post. Just wanna ask, since I don’t have any travel history abroad, I don’t have anything to attach to the previous travel part. Is it okay to leave it blank? :/

Yep, you can still submit without it. But chances of getting approved are lower compared to when you have a travel history.

Hi again! Just wanna ask where I should attach all the docs of my sponsor? Thanks! :)

hi, I need some advice regarding applying for a tourist visa with my fiancee and we are currently working here in Qatar and we are planning to take vacation 20 -25 days to my brother in Melbourne is it possible I can apply together or accompanied by me?

Hello i have a query??..is it necessary for the passport size pic to get notarized??

Hi! Thanks for the detailed info. Anyway, I just want to clarify the definition of ‘newly employed’ that you mentioned under ‘The reasons why my application would be denied’. Is it a month prior to your intended trip? I’ll move to a new company by next month and it is 5 – 6mos away from my trip. Would you know if it would/might affect my visa application? Thank you so much in advance!

Hi Mike, I think you should be fine. How long have you been with your current company?

What I meant by newly employed is when it’s the applicant’s first job. If your employment history shows you have been stable (or previously stayed with a company for years), even if you’re new at your job now, I don’t think it would matter much.

Thank you so much, Yoshke! I’ve been with my company for 3 years now but prior to that, I kinda hopped from one job to the other and stayed for a year or less. I even worked overseas for a year so I’m not sure if this would affect? My current job is already my 4th. But I’ve stayed here the longest. Thank you so much for your help!

Hi Mike, I think that’s fine. My situation is similar to yours when I applied for Aussie visa for the first time. Mine was worse, I think. Haha. I was with my company then for less than a year. Prior to that, I was a freelancer, taking short-term jobs. So it shouldn’t be an issue, I guess. As long as the other requirements are sufficient and satisfactory.

Thank you so much, Yoshke! Haha. That’s a huge relief! Haha. Couldn’t thank you enough for the tips!

Uy, opinyon ko lang yan ha. Di ako sure, haha. :P

I’ve been to two asian countries for the past two years. Is that enough as evidence of travel history?

First of all, I salute you for being so helpful with your kababayan, ngayon nadag dagan pa. Anyway, I am sponsoring my sister for a travel to Australia. Would you know what documents do I need to give my sister? I know that I will need to give proof of income & tax records& our itinerary. By the way, I live in HK so I will apply for a visa here. My sister will be applying hers in the Philippines. We will travel together in the Philippines.

Hi Marlene, I’m not sure exactly ano kailangan kapag sponsored trip. Aside from what you mentioned, it would be a good idea to add an Affidavit of Support to further prove that you will be shouldering the cost.

Hi Yoshke, Thank you very much for your reply.

It’s me again. Sorry to bother you. Is there a deadline in completing the form thru the ImmiAcct? I started filling up the information but cannot complete it because I am confused with some of the question so of course I did not submit my application yet. When I visited my site again after 2 days, I do not see anymore the form that I filled up. Just in case you know the answer. Thanks

Hi Marlene, hmmm, if I remember correctly, 30 days. I’m not sure but definitely not 2 days, at least during my time. It took me more than 2 days to complete the form.

Thank you for all the help, na-approve ako.! Talagang yung papel na in-email lang ipapakita ko sa immigration?

Yay! Congrats! Actually, di rin nila yan titingnan sa Australia kasi nasa record naman nila sa computer. Pero i-print mo na rin kasi hinahanap madalas ng Immigration ng Pinas. :)

passport na lang papakita sa australia. too be sure na lang na i print yun.

salamat ulit ng marami. laking tulong dito pati dun sa FB support group.

yep print na lang din!

Hi!!! Were biometrics required from you guys upon grant of Australian visa? :)

Hi Anna, nope.

Hello po, just want to ask kung paano po kung yung sponsor namin ay hindi taga Australia, ano ano pong adiced niyong isubmit. Tito ko po from US ang magbabayad para sa amin ng lola ko. Also, mas mababa po ba ang chances kung unemployed? Currently employed po ako, pero unemployed na ko sa target dates of travel namin dahil end of contract. Salamat po!

Hi Khryss, I’m not sure exactly ano kailangan kapag sponsored trip. But it would be a good idea to add an Affidavit of Support to further prove that you will be shouldering the cost.

Yes, malaki talaga chance ma-deny pag unemployed.

Another question po, Should I include my middle name as part of my given names? Salamat po.

I didn’t include mine.

Hi. I just applied AU visa online and received a feedback that I need to do medical examination. Well it’s actually my third visa, if granted, and this is the first time they required me. Do they have a new rule this 2018 that you need to undergo a health examination or is is only becuase I will have more than a month vacation in Sydney? You r answer is a great help for my sister’s future application. Thanks a lot!

Hello, I have the same requirement. it will be my third visa also if granted. I am still waiting for the decision. Question: did you ever do the health examination? and Did they reach out to you that you need to do it?

Hi Bee, I just had another Australia trip this month and applied for almost all of my friends, and none of us were asked for a medical exam, so I’m pretty certain it’s not the norm. Baka nga because more than one month. But I’m not sure.

This article is incredibly helpful. I just have a few questions though.

I’m a freelancer, one of my bosses will sponsor my trip to Oz for 3 weeks. He lives there and has a valid business number and whatnot. He just needs to send a letter of sposorship and proof of his financial capacity, right?

I also think I might have issues with proving I will be back. I am only renting (though I have a contract), and I have another client here who can issue a COE to me if I need it. I have properties, but they aren’t in my name yet. Would those suffice as proof that I will return?

Hi Kyrie, re docs required from sponsor, yes. You’ll need a letter from your sponsor and proof of financial capacity. You’ll actually see the list of other supporting documents that you can submit when you reach the Upload part of the process. But from what I remember, those two are there. (Damn, I should have taken a screenshot of that, too. Haha)

Regarding proof of rootedness, you can’t submit papers for properties that aren’t in your name. It will just raise a gazillion more questions and they might suspect your sincerity. Not sure what else you can submit aside from COE. If you have a strong travel history, there’s still a chance of approval.

Thanks a lot Yoshke :) Real helpful <3

Hi Yoshke Dimen, ask ko regarding bank documents iba pa ba yung bank certificate and bank statement need pa ba yan ng stamp from the bank kasi dito sa qatar pede namin ma generate yung bank statement ko.

Hi Glaiza, yes, magkaiba ang Bank Cert and Bank Statement. Di ko alam about stamp, kasi sa pinagkukunan ko na bank, may signatures lang ung bank cert. Yung statement naman na sinubmit ko, walang stamp or signature pero printed sa letterhead nila. Baka pwede naman na ikaw maggenerate ng statement online kung yun talaga sistema ng bank mo. Pero sa certificate, baka need pa rin ng may sign.

so need ko mag submit ng bank statement and bank certificate? yun ba ang required sa financial documents for tourist visa both tlga need nila?

Hi Glaiza, bank statement lang. But again, the more docs you provide, the better.

kailangan ba ang bank statement ay may stamp?

thank you for your quick response =D

Hi. I’m an OFW here in KSA. Will it be okay kung sa Pinas na lang ako kumuha ng tourist visa pag nagbakasyon ako? Kasi less hassle. Dito kasi kelangan pa ng mga biometrics, exit re entry visa, etc. thank you.

Pwede naman, pero online lang naman buong application process.

Also, pag nagcreate ng Immig account, ilang days dapat bago isubmit? Will it stay there for a couple of months? Thanks.

It will stay for a few years. Ung s akin andun p rin until now hopefully i can submit it this month. Kasama ko kc parents ko and minsan nagkakasakit sila kaya medyo natatagalan pag submit nmin.

Hi Zee, hindi ko na matandaan. :(

hi! i jsut want to ask kung nagrequire paba ng medical screening bago ma-grant ung visa?

Usually hindi. Pero may mga cases na pinapag-medical.

Yours is the blog I really read when it comes to travelling. You are straightforward, honest, respectful and humble. Your page is very helpful and thank you very much for that!

May you continue to travel(and of course have so much fun on it) and for us your readers, benefit from your experiences. GOD speed!

Thanks so much for taking the time to write this, Maria!

We’re just trying to help as much as we can while doing what we love. :)

Hi Yoshke,ask lang po magka problema kung ang birthplace ko sa marriage contract instead na North Cotabato ay naging North Catabato.THANKS

hi! were u required to have a health insurance prior to travelling?

hi Jet, no.

Hi Yoshke, Good day. My sister will be graduating in October sa Melbourne . Ngayon, my parents will attend her graduation, gusto ko din sumama sa kanila. Since housewife ako (not employed), parents ko ang mag proprovide ng expenses for the whole trip. Ask ko if i need cover letters (each) para sa mga family members na sasama sa Melbourne sa pag aaply ng visa? Thanks.

Hi Gel, yes, you can submit a cover letter so you can properly explain the purpose of your trip. :)

Do you think getting a New Zealand or Australian visa is easier than Schengen or Canadian visa? Or could you please rank them from the most lenient visa policies to the least? Thanks!

Yes, definitely. Aussie visa is much easier to get that Schengen or Canadian visa. Schengen is the hardest because most embassies (not all) require an interview.

Hello Yoshke ! G’day! I have learned a lot info from you. I would like to ask bcoz im very confused regarding the notarization…I will be submitting / to upload my scanned doc’s like PSA bithcertificate, bank statement, tittle deed and COE this are all true copy, should i still have it notarized?

When I applied recently, I don’t remember seeing any instruction that the docs have to be notarized. I didn’t have my docs notarized when I applied both times.

That’s also what i think…thank you very much and more power! God bless you.

No prob! Good luck with your application! :)

Hi Yoshke, Have a good day ,I have planning to apply tourist visa in australia i just want to ask if is it okay to use my new bank account for financial statement its only 2 months being opened ,but i have a sponsor and hes the one who shoulder all my expencess in australia.Im just a bit worried for my financial statement,

Hello po, Janvhic here from Alabang. question lang po. Kasi in my case 1st time ko po lumabas ng bansa if ever. iinvite po ako ng asawa ng pinsan ko papunta don sa Australia. Ok lang po kaya yon? Baka kasi tingnan nila ang passport ko eh wala pa akong travel history out of the country and ask ko sana kung magkano ang need na laman ng bank account ko if ever? Thanks po.

Hi Jhon-vic, yes, tinitingnan nila ang travel history. Nasa list of requirements nila yun.

Dun sa magkano ang laman ng bank account, nasagot na namin sa FAQs sa taas. Pabasa na lang po.

I applied for tourist visa last Monday (Aug 20) and to be honest this ‘waiting game’ gets me frustrated like crazy! Hehe. I was expecting for something like within 2 days I would receive the grant approval notice. Though I am confident it would be approved but still we would never know, right?

I have been to 16 countries and am employed with the company I have been for more than 6 years now. Never been to Oz though.

(Instagram: @Danfort10)

Hi Danny, May i know what are the docs that you submitted?

Hi Danny! Did you get your visa na? I submitted my online application naman laat August 17 and like you, this waiting game is making me anxious. Lol. I had an oz visa na last 2016 but like what you said, we never know what could happen :/ lol

Hi M! As of now (Sept 3), di pa! And I’m dying…. haha. All the best to both of us!

Hi Danny, I completely understand. The last time I applied, my friends got their visa before mine was released so I was pretty nervous. Haha.

Good luck on your application!

Yessssssssssssssssss! I just received my multiple entry valid for one year Australian visa today (5th-Sept).

Thank you for this blog. Sobra pong nakatulog!

Regards, Dan (IG => danfort10)

Yay! Congrats, Danny! Enjoy Australia!

Quick question, would it be a problem if I applied for a visa with complete requirements but I haven’t been out of the country yet. I’m kinda nervous and worried.

Hi Donald, travel history is one of the things that they look at so it matters greatly in their evaluation. That said, cases wherein first time travelers were granted a visa are not unheard of. It depends on the strength of the other requirements and, I think, the purpose of travel.

Hi, Yoshke Good afternoon, I really appreciate your page. I have some confusion about the name. The given names on the application. Do I need to add my first names and the middle name or just the first name? and for the middle name, where do we add it?

Thank you so much in advance.

Hi Ghaby, I didn’t enter my middle name. I just wrote my given name.

Hi there again. I have another question, I hope to get a clear view. If Im planning to visit there by November 1-8 , would it be okay to submit the application earlier this September? Is it a good timing or the range of time is not enough?

Thank you in advance.

Hi Ghaby, I think it’s okay. Processing can take a day to a month.

My first visa was valid for 3 months. Second visa was valid for 6 months. If you apply in September 1, the validity of the visa will either be until December 1 or March 1. Either way, your November 1-8 travel date will still be well within the validity period.

wow thats a very nice reply from you. you are helping a lot of people too. thank you so much.

thank you so much it is very helpful

Based on the entered passport details, applicant _____ is not eligible to apply for this visa using this online service. Ensure the passport details have been entered exactly as they appear in the applicant’s passport. The applicant will not be able to continue and should review the eligibility information on our website.

Do you by chance know what is this? I really cannot find the problem. I already checked the account and passport infos and all are correct? So, can you help me figure this out? Thank you

Hi Marie, no idea. First time I heard about something like this.

Hi! Should I pay the visa fee on the same day the application was submitted? Or is it okay if I pay for it the next day? Thank you! :)

Hi Alyssa, hindi ko alam. :(

Hi do the documents you have to submit, bank statements, psa, marriage certificate etc have to be notarized or as is is fine? thanks for how you will reply!

When I applied recently, nothing in the list of requirements indicated that the documents have to be notarized. I didn’t have ours notarized. But our application still got approved.

Thanks for finding time to reply…I reread the article and saw this all caps in bold letters pertaining to notarized docs at the end… oops! super sorry for missing that one out and thanks for being patient to our redundant inquiries :D God bless.

Do you think insurances from Manulife, sunlife and bank certificates/statements could prove strong ties with the country? thanks!

Hi Mae, not sure about the insurance. Yung bank cert and statement can prove financial capability, so okay yun. But yung insurance, I really don’t know. Siguro if may investment na kasama. Di ba may insurance na ganun? Pero di ko talaga alam. haha

Hi Yoshe just some questions in filling out the application form:

For the part OTHER IDENTITY DOCUMENTS, apart from DRIVER’S LICENSE , there is also the option of BIRTH CERTIFICATE, but is the IDENTIFICATION NO for the Birth Certificate the REGISTRATION OR REGISTRY NO? (Just want to make sure baka mali yung assumptions ko.)

Supporting Documents Family Composition — when traveling with family using a group application, did you upload all the Birth Certificates apart from yours? Did you choose OTHER as Document Type for this then specified Birth Certificate?

Thanks again!

Dun sa Other Identity Documents, I don’t remember this part of the form. Maybe I did fill this in but I just can’t remember. Huhu. So I dunno…

Dun din sa group application. I haven’t tried applying as a group kasi. Individual application ung ginawa ko so I only uploaded my birth certificate.

May I ask where did you upload the birth certificate?

Sa Evidence of Family Composition ko inupload ung saken. Ung mga friends ko din, dun inupload. :D

Hi, Ako nag apply ng visa ng mama ko and aunt ko sa immi. Merong requirement na FORM 54. Do I still need to submit it? Tourist Stream Visitor visa ang inaapply ko for the both of them and invited kasi sila ng brother nila. Ang nilgay ko lang for now is yung birth certificate ng mom/aunt ko and birth certificate ng brother nila. Thank you

It’s recommended that u submit that. Any reason bakit di ka makakasubmit nung form 54?

How many days before na-approve application mo when you applied for tourist visa for the first time?

Almost 30 days! Tagal. haha

when ka ba first time nag apply? what year? and yung 30 days kasama na weekends dun?

2015. Yep, that’s 30 calendar days.

This month, ang average processing time ay 23-27 days. Medyo malaki kasi ang volume ng applications ngayon.

https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about/access-accountability/service-standards/global-visa-citizenship-processing-times#VisaApp

Yoshke just a couple of questions,

did you scan/upload the back of the photo pa and sign I-t? Kailan ba backview ng photo signed and scanned? and regarding sa passport, info page lang yung skinan mo?

Hope you can reply and help. Thanks!

Hi Karen, yung ginawa ko, I just uploaded the photo tapos yung file name ay yung name ko.

For the Travel Document requirement, yes, yung info page lang yung ni-scan ko.

But for the Travel History requirement, I scanned din all the pages with stamps and visas.

paano po pag wala pako stamp sa passport Evidence of the applicant’s previous travel paano po gagawin?

saan po kayo nag pagawa nang visa ID picture

Bibisitahin ko po kasi girlfriend ko

Hi Aldrin, naku, di ko alam paano gagawin kung wala pang travel history.

Ang pwede mong gawin, pwede kang magvisit muna sa visa-free countries.

Siguro pwede ka ring gumawa ng letter explaining bakit wala ka pang travel history pero mahirap maapprove yung ganun.

I followed everything this site posted and luckily was granted a one year multiple entry visa to Aus. I can attest na it doesnt matter whether you have flown to other countries since Ive travelled once only and thats in Hong Kong last Jan. 2018. I only have one stamp in my passport and yet I was granted a visa…

I applied Aug. 23 and visa approved just today.

Hi Zem, We’re glad na na-approve ka. So excited for you! Australia is awesome!!! :D

However, it doesn’t mean that travel history does not matter. It matters. Whether or not the application will be approved or denied is based on a whole lot of factors. And travel history is one of them. Yes, it does not guarantee approval — nothing does — but it is one of the things they consider.

The fact that you have already traveled abroad, even if it’s just Hong Kong, is a BIG thing already and it mattered in your application. It will be a lot harder if you have ZERO stamps. There’s a HUUUUGE difference between having 1 stamp and having NONE at all. Having a stamp, even if it’s just one shows that you have experienced going out of the country and returned. That 1 stamp mattered.

Does that mean na kapag wala kang travel history, automatic denied agad? NO. There’s still a chance of approval. What we’re saying is, the chances are lower.

Like we always say, embassies look at travel history, rootedness and finances, all of it. If weak ang isa, the other factors can make up for it. If your travel history is lacking but your rootedness and finances are strong, there’s a still a good chance of approval. If your finances are not that much but the travel history and rootedness are strong, there’s still a good chance of approval. All these matter in the evaluation. :)

Hi there Yoshke, its me again, please share me your expertise on the application process. On which part of the attachment field I must be attaching the letter that will serve as my letter of intent like the GTE explanation. In thinking its on the “Evidence of planned tourism activities in Australia ” under others together with the Itinerary and Planned Activities Am I right?

Please share your ideas Thank you in advance.

Hi Ghaby, yes, sa Evidence of planned tourism activities. :)

Thank you so much for the confirmation. More power to you.

Pupunta ako singapore nang november kaso December ko balak pumunta sa kanila baka d kasi enough yung time para maaprovan visa

Sponsor naman nya ako papunta dun okay lang kaya yun?

yeah, baka di enough ung time. Okay lang naman ang sponsored pero you will still be assessed based on your own conditions. This post might help: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2018/08/visa-denied-reasons/

passport stamps help but does not really affect outcome of approval.. i for one was only able to travel once abroad and only to hong kong but was granted a one year, multiple entry visa.

Hi Yemmyemmy, We’re glad na na-approve ka. So excited for you! Australia is awesome!!! :D

Hi Yoshke. Does the process purely online? No need for embassy appearance? Thanks.

Hi Faye, yep. Everything is online.

Hi Yoshke! I have a question. I have an unused Japan and Korea Visa which got expired recently due to vacation leave issues from my employer. I do have other passport stamps from SG, MY, TW, HK, and used Japan Visa in 2017. I’m planning to apply AU visa next year, can I include unused Visa under travel history? Thanks very much po and take care.

I think pwede naman kasi nakadikit naman yun sa passport so isama mo na lang din. :)

Hi. My brother, who is still a student, is applying for tourist visa online. On the immi online form, there is a page that asks for his student course details. What we don’t quite understand are the “date from” and “date to” portions. Does “date from” refer to the exact date he first enrolled in uni or does it only refer to the date of enrollment for the current sem? What about “date to”? Does it refer to the date he is supposed to graduate or does it only refer to the last day of classes for the semester he is currently enrolled in? He doesn’t remember the exact date he first enrolled and there is also no way for him to know for sure his exact date of graduation considering that the academic calendar for 2020 has yet to be released. Been trying to read up on this but couldn’t find an answer.

Hi Kaye, I don’t know exactly what data they need since it’s outside of my experience. What does that section ask for exactly? Verbatim.

The below is how it appears on the form.

Visa applicant’s current overseas employment Current employment details

Employment status : Student

Student course details

Student course details Give details of the course the applicant is undertaking.

Course name: Institution name: Date from: Date to:

I’ve decided to email the embassy since I really can’t find any information about this.

Hi Kaye, yay, great that you emailed the embassy!

But in case they don’t reply, hmm, if I were in your shoes I would enter the date of the first day of classes in that uni. Regarding “date to,” if there is no definite last date yet, I would just enter a date within the month where the last day or graduation usually happens.

Unfortunately, I haven’t received feedback yet so I think I will just follow your suggestion.

Regarding Form 54 on family composition, is there any specific requirement as to who should sign as witness?

Hi! Is ITR really required? I work online and I think I can provide everything including the title of deeds ng house and car. I think I am financially capable to travel naman. But the only problem is wala akong itenerary. Is it worth to apply paba? Sayang naman kasi yung fee kapag hindi. I was denied 2x na for applying a US visa kahit invited ako ng company na pumunta dun. Medjo nakaka trauma sya. Sayang yung time and pera.

Hi Magro, as mentioned in the post: you can submit just one per category. It’s ANY or ALL. In theory, you can submit just one item per document type. But of course, the more relevant documents you upload, the higher your chances of your application being approved.

Hi,i am already asenior citizen and i have a 3 half sisters living in Australia they are already Australian citizen,the problem is,my surname is different from them,i am a illigitimate son,in my birth certificate was indicate that i have a single parent my mother.My sisters invited me to spent chrismas with them,could you give me a advise what i will do and what documents i will prepare,i am a an ex ofw in KSA for 20 years,and my passports are still wirh me. Thank you very much,

Hi there, I got really interested in your blog. And this has been very helpful in the lodge and approval of our family Visa (but with 1 pending application for my son). They asked for us to submit a “Certified Copy of Birth Certificate (PSA Issued)”. I just uploaded thru Immi a scanned copy of the PSA issued Birth Certificate (got from express delivery thru PSA helpline.ph) – I didn’t have it notarized anymore. Is this ok? How long would re-processing or further assessment would take? Also we already bought ticket and our flight is by this Friday already. Is there a way to follow thru? Can I call a certain number? Can I still upload copy of our ticket and hotel accomodation for them to know we’re really hoping for grant of my son’s Visa application?

Notarization, did they indicate that the birth certificate be notarized? If they didn’t, then it’s okay.

No idea on reprocessing and their contact numbers po. :(

Hello Sir,Please give some advise-on how to apply tourist visa on line.and what document do i prepare.I am already a senior citizen,and i have3 sisters on my father side in australia,they are all having australian passport,but the problem is i have a different surname,from my mother,i want to spent chrismas with them this coming dec,they will give me an invitation letter,but in the letter what they will indicate half brother,cousin or what, Please give me some advise,thank you very much

Hi! You can sign up for an Immi account first and then when you start your application, you will be asked questions and then it will give you a list of documents you need to provide.

But I’m sure you will have to provide an invitation letter (indicate your real relationship. If you’re half-siblings, then say you’re half-siblings, not cousins) and proof of relationship.

Hi! Ask ko lang, ung sa recommended documents po ba, pwedeng wala din i-upload or need padin lahat ng category may document na naka upload? Kasi ung lola ko 86 na pero fit to travel parin siya. Hindi naman din disabled at malakas pa. Need pa ba nung Health Insurance? And paano makakuha nun if ever? Thank you so much Sir!

Hi Princess,

Dun sa recommended, di mo kailangan na isubmit yun, di sya required. Pero if kaya mong iprovide, mas maganda kasi recommended nga nila na isubmit mo rin.

Dun sa health insurance, sa 2x na nag-apply naman ako wala namang required na insurance sa akin. Pero baka nga required pag senior na, di ko rin alam. May list of requirements naman per applicant. If nakalagay dun na need ng insurance, provide na lang kahit pa healthy and fit pa rin si lola. Di kasi nila alam yun eh.

Thank you for this blog as it is very informative!I would just like to clarify as to when is the best time to apply for a visa if my intended flight is on January 2019.I get conflicting answers from the AUS embassy here in South Korea(I’m currently based here).Does the 6 month rule apply to the validity of the visa from the date it was issued(meaning you cannot enter Aus once the 6 month period has lapsed) while the 3 months is the allowable duration you can stay in Aus per visit(on a tourist visa)?My intended travel dates would be Jan 6-21, 2019. Is is safe to apply as early as 1st week of Oct 2018? (once granted, my intended travel on Jan is still covered by the 6 month period right?) I am quite confused as I am led to believe that for example I got approved of a visa and the date of issue was October 10,2018, it would no longer cover our travel dates if we have to use it within 3 months from the date of issuance(accdg to the Aus embassy staff here)..BTW,I’m still a Philippine Passport holder.Sorry for the lengthy post and thank you!

Hi Rona, the standard visa has a 6-month validity and once you enter Australia, you can stay for up to 3 months. That was my experience too. Meaning, if you’re granted a visa in October, you can enter AUstralia anytime from October until March. But your stay can be as long as 3 months only. If you enter in January, you can stay until March.

So yes, if you plan to visit Australia in January, October is a good month to apply for a visa.

However, I’m not sure if may ibang rules na nag-apply if you’re a Korea resident. But yung experience ko twice, 6 months yung validity.

Hello Sir.. Good day po…

Any idea sir regarding the situation that I encountered, we are on a group / family application My wife already approved but my son ( below 3 yrs old ) and I are not yet approved, we are on a 12 days of our application. Is there any tendency that one of as will get denied since we are family that will spent a holiday. Im here in Saudi right now by the way. If you just encountered this sir or any idea for this? Thank You..

Sir, my tendency po ba na approve na yun visa ni wife tas un anak ko na lang un iniintay at sa akin., application po naming as group / family po., tas meron po isa samin na marerefuse?

Hi! Naku, di ako ganun ka-familiar sa family application so wala akong masabi about it masyado. :(

Hai There..

i’ts my luck to stumble on your blog while i’m trying to apply my visa online. i still have one question that need your advise on answering based on experience,

the question is on page 9/20 about ‘Non-Accompanying members of the family unit,’ is it a yes or no if i have a family back at my country (Indonesia) that’s not Australian Citizen nor Australian Permanent resident.

highly appreciate your reply :)

Hi Oktavia,

According to the Australian Immigration website, a family unit is defined as a partner (married or de facto) and a dependent child.

When you say you have family in Indonesia, are you referring to your partner/child? Or are you referring to parents/siblings?

I usually just answer NO to that part since I’m single.

Do you need to travel on the exact date on your application?

If visa has been approved and you need to change the travel dates, is that okay?

Hi Camille, I think it’s okay. As long as it’s within the validity period of the visa given to you.

Is the form 1149 (relative invite) required or will a simple invitation letter will do?

I didn’t encounter that form when I applied because I applied as a tourist. But the general rule is, look at the list of requirements. If it’s filed under REQUIRED, then it is required. If it’s under RECOMMENDED, you may choose to submit something else.

It’s me again. Tanong kolang po kailangan kopa pobang mag appointment kahit kasama ko anak ko pagkuha ng passport po sabay po kami. Salamat po

My Australian partner is inviting me to travel with him to Melbourne, Australia on 18 December 2018 to 05 January 2019 to have our Christmas and New Year holiday and also to visit his kids, relatives and friends. We both reside together in our apartment in Rockwell Makati, Philippines. During my stay with him in Australia, he will take full financial responsibility for everything including all airfares, accommodation, allowances, meals, tours etc. This will be my first travel abroad if ever granted. We are doing the online application sa https://online.immi.gov.au/lusc/login . But we haven’t submit it yet dahil kulang pa kami ng ibang documents so we just saved it for now. My problem is my leave request from work was not approved dahil sobrang haba daw ng nirerequest ko na vacation leave. 3 months pa lang po ako dito sa new work ko kaya hindi pa po ako regular. Should I put unemployed na lang to keep it safe? Since my partner will finance me naman at all costs? My previous work was 3 yrs and 1 month ako. Please advise the best thing to do.

Hi Janine, I’m no expert, but I think declaring you’re unemployed is very risky. To the Australian immigration, it doesn’t matter if your trip is sponsored or funded by someone else. They need to see how rooted you are or how strong your ties are in the Philippines. Being unemployed presents a very bad profile as far as rootedness is concerned, especially that you know someone in Australia. It’s going to be very easy for them to think that you will overstay or not return home.

The best solution to this, without risking losing your job, is to just shorten the trip.

Hi Sir Yoshke, thank you very much for your advice!

No problem! Good luck with your application! :)

Hi dear,Regarding Form 54 on family composition, is there any specific requirement I mean Can I SHOW MY daughter birth & my marriage certificate . I , MY WIFE & 3 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER ARE STAYING WITH ME IN KUALALUPUR AS I AM AN INDIAN CITIZEN WORKING HERE AS AN EXPAT. THANKS

Based on my experience, none. I just filled out Form 54 and uploaded it as is. No other documents attached to it.

It’s really a nice and useful piece of info. I’m satisfied that you just shared this useful info with us. Please keep us informed like this. Thank you for sharing.

Hi! Do I need to fill out Form 1415 if I’m going to pass my application online – immiaccount?

I didn’t fill that out.

Hi Guys, thank you for the very helpful tips and step-by-step process. I am currently filling out the online form and need help on several items. Which part of the Documents section do I upload the cover letter and the flight booking reservations? I have resigned from work last May so I am inclined to submit a cover letter to explain and provide details and assurance that I am only going there for vacation/tourism purposes and not to find work. Thank you very much.

Hi Kimboi, dati I uploaded it under Evidence of Planned Tourism Activities > Others.

Thank po sa sobrang mabilis na reply. Just to confirm po – pati yung cover letter – e.upload sa Evidence of Planned Tourism Activities > Others? Thank you po ulet. Sana ma approved ako kahit wala pa muna trabaho these months.

Hi Kimboi, yep, dun ko inupload yung cover letter ko. :)

Your blog is a big help but I have questions. I am planning to apply for tourist visa but I’m a bit confused what to file. My boyfriend is in Australia with working visa and not PR, if I declare that I am visiting him, would that necessarily require him to submit documents that will support my visit? In the FAQ’s above, about that page 9, should I declare yes (de facto, but we’re not yet engaged) or no (I am single). I hope you could answer my question and maybe I have follow up Qs :)

Hi Bella, I honestly have no idea kapag on a working visa or even kapag PR. I haven’t tried applying kasi na ang purpose is to visit a resident.

Regarding de facto relationship, I don’t know kasi what the implications are. A part of me wants to tell you to just declare single, but I’m not sure if that’s the right thing to do.

Sorry I can’t be of much help. It’s just outside my personal experience.

It’s okay. :) another question, I am getting confused on page 9, the question is “Does the applicant have any members of their family unit NOT travelling to Australia who are NOT Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents. If I choose yes, it is asking me to provide family details.

Thanks! Bella

See #7 in the FAQs above. Thanks!

Hi Sir Yosh! Thank you for the tips. My visa is granted, multiple entries for 1yr. Yey!!! I just waited for 3 days and it now approved!

Yayyyyyyyy!!! Congrats, Bella! Enjoy Ozzz! :D

Thanks! Sorry I have lots of question. May I know if providing PSA birth cerftificate is a must?

Not a requirement, but recommended, as indicated in the post. :)

Hi! I just lodged my Australian tourist visa application and paid the fee. Upon checking my ImmiAccount, it says there that a health assessment is required. Is it true for all?

Do I need to wait for my grant notice before taking the health assessment?

Hi Nika, is it a notice asking for Character Assessment, Biometrics, Additional Payment and Health Assessment?

I’m asking because there have been a lot of applicants who got that notice over the past month and some AU travel forum sites are saying it may be a recent bug or website issue. I DON’T KNOW FOR SURE as I don’t have first hand experience. But it would be best to email or contact the Australian immi/webmaster directly to be sure.

Hi! It’s just a notice for a health assessment.

Will do. I hope i get a response from them!

Aaah, baka nga nirerequire ka nga nila na magpa-health assessment. The supposed “bug” has a very specific alert message daw kasi. But yes, message them to be sure.

Where do I find the payment section for the visa? is that also in my Immi account?

Hi There! You mentioned a passport size photo as part of the documents needed to apply, is this for scanning and uploading also? Thanks

Hi Macoy, what I did is I had a photo taken in a studio (so it looks professionally done) and then got the soft copy from them. That soft copy was what I uploaded to Immi. The file name was my full name.

My mother and I are planning to visit her sister in Victoria. Is it alright to use a Bank Certificate instead of the Bank Statement?

Thank you in advance!

Hi Jangmi, yes, in theory. But it’s always safer to submit statement or both.

On their website, it says to inform them if there are any update on the application details. What about the attachments? What if an incorrect attachment was attached, but attached an updated/correct one? Should we still fill out the “Update details” link on the ImmiAccount?

Hi Jangmi, I’m sorry but I have no idea what to do in cases like that. :(

We’ll visit my mother’s sister in Victoria, Melbourne. ^.^ Now I experienced what you guys feel while waiting for the visa. My processing time took 20 days, while my mom was approved after 7 days (calendar days). Anyhow, thank you so much for your blog. I’ve read through it prior to lodging our application just to make sure everything is complete. The Q&A’s are very helpful, specially for first time applicants (just like me).

Cheers, Jangmi

Enjoy Melbourne! And thanks again! Hope you could share our blog with your friends, too! :)

The long wait is over! Thank you for your blog, and we were able to get our 1 yr multiple entry visa.

God bless! Jangmi

Yayyyy! Congrats! Where in Australia are you traveling to? :)

What if I just resigned from my job? What kind of document can I provide?

Hi Abi. I dunno what docs are required in such case. But that can be a problem because being unemployed is usually a red flag for most embassies.

Hi po, question I was given travel package in a hotel for 4D3N in Gold Coast, does this also need tourist visa?

Hi Marvin, I think so.

Hey, I follow on Instagram. I was just curious my boyfriend a New Zealand citizen is wanting to spend my birthday and new year in Australia. he’ll be paying for the trip and everything else. Would I still apply a tourist visa or is there an special visa for that type? I am holding a NZ visitor visa upon applying.

Hi Irish, I’m not expert so this is just a hunch. I think either way, tourist visa pa rin sya.

But is your boyfriend based in Australia or is he flying from New Zealand too?

If your bf is based in Australia, I think it’s okay if sya yung sponsor. You just need to submit docs listed above (including invitation letter, financial docs of sponsor, etc.)

If your bf isn’t based in Australia, I think it’s better to not have a sponsor if your documents are strong enough or find another sponsor, possibly an immediate relative. BF-GF relationship is usually not seen as a strong tie.

Again, just a hunch.

Hi sir, im going to aus this coming dec and I heard wala na daw po passport stamp for the entry/exit in aus, is there any way po kaya to get it pa or have my passport get stamp? I might need kasi for future visa applictions. Thank you so much sir. God bless

Hi Choc! By default hindi na. Pero if you ask for a stamp, isa-stamp pa rin nila. Just ask. :)

Thank you sir for the info :)

No problem! :)

Hi, Yoshke!

I’m planning to go to Australia towards the end of December and to cut it short, I have the following settled:

1) Bank Statement / Certificate (I have more than enough funds for a 1 week trip) 2) Employment Certificate 3) Payslips 4) Letter signed from employer that they’re allowing me for leave for that week 5) Hotel accommodation 6) itinerary 7) All the necessary reqs except:

-ITR (employed 4 months ago, do I need to write a letter of explanation?) -Plane Ticket (Im thinking if I should book now or after Visa is assured) -How do I assure ‘rootedness’ here in the PH since I really just want to stay there just for a week for Christmas season anyway :/

I really hope I can make it though. Your advice would be extremely helpful. Thanks! -Princess

In theory, di naman requirement ang ITR so I think no need na for explanation letter. Mas malaking tulong nga lang sana kung meron.

You failed to mention ung travel history mo? Ok naman ba?

Di kailangan nung plane ticket, pero if you’re worried, you can get a flight RESERVATION instead from a travel agency. More info: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2017/06/flight-hotel-reservations-visa-application/

Thanks for the reply, Yosh!

Travel history.. Ive travelled to non-visa required countries for the past yrs.. (Malaysia, thailand, hongkong, vietnam, macau, singapore, taiwan) all scanned naman sya :D

Ung ITR lang tlga worry ka. Uy, awesome link! Thanks! Was worried about the flyt ticket getting more expensive everyday.

I lodged in my application already and I think I submitted everything naman na. Except ITR. Haha

Will keep you guys posted!

Yes, please! Let us know what happens kasi we also learn from others’ experiences. :D

Gooood luck!!! :)

Good news! I’ve received the visa grant just now! Just like I asked, 3 months, but they even grant me multiple entries.

I’m so happy! Thanks for the advice! You’re such a great help for a lot of travellers!

Yayyyyy! Thank you also for taking the time to share this. Congrats!!! Enjoy Australia! :D

Hi, Ma’am! I would just like to ask for parent’s consent. Since the father is nowhere to be found, besides the mother, can a guardian sign and send IDs on behalf of the father. Thank you so much in advance for the response.

If LEGAL guardian, yes.

Just to be clear, what do you need the consent for? Visa application or Immigration?

First, i need to say sorry for calling you “Ma’am”. sorry po. thank you for replying, The consent is for visa application. Will there be another form to be used?

Ah, naku, wala po akong alam kapag applying for Australian visa for a minor. :(

Hi po.. ask ko lang po if ung address ko po sa credit card is in the province pero po ung current address ko is in manila. meron po ba un effect sa application ko address discrepancy sa documents na e submit ko? please help po.. thanks

Di ko alam if may effect. Feeling ko okay lang yun, pero di ko sure.

I just lodged my tourist visa last Nov 16 and it says 17-29 days estimated processing time . Is it calendar days or working days? Its my second time if ever granted the first one was 2016 and it only took me 1 week. If second time is there a big chance of having visa? I’m based here in Taiwan for 4 years as an Engineer and been travelling to US for business trip. although I submitted all the requirements, this waiting game is really frustrating. Im not sure if Im too late or just on time coz my flight is December 21.

Hi Erine, no need to worry yet. Sometimes, it really takes a few weeks because of the volume. Christmas is coming so I’m guessing the number of applications increased. I think you gave it enough time naman.

thanks for the reply.. My visa is granted, multiple entries for 1 year just this morning so excited.. waited 13 days to be exact. by the way did you bought prepaid data sim where did you get it?

Yayyyy! Congrats! :D

My first time in Australia, I didn’t have my own internet connection. I just relied on hostel wifi all the time. Haha

My second time, since I was flying with PAL, I used their myPAL Roam wifi rental.

Hi! Just want to ask pano yung signature sa online application? Thanks!

Hi Heart, I honestly don’t remember the signature part. :S

I’m about to open an Immi account to apply for a visa for my fiance in the Philippines. First question on the site, name, do I open the account in my name or in her name? Also ad we are both married/separated is it better to claim defacto status or engaged?

Do I open the account in my name or in her name? — in my opinion, it’s better to have the Immi account under her name because it’s less complicated that way since she’s the applicant.

Is it better to claim defacto status or engaged? — regarding this one, I have no idea which is better.

ask ko lang po paano po sagutan yung form 956A sabi po kasi nang ibang friends ko wala daw lumabas sa kanila na ganun saken lang po ata

thank you po

same question

Hi Aldrin, di ko pa natry na mag-accomplish ng form na yan so di ko rin alam. :(

What about the health insurance? I want to stay there for 1 month and should I buy health insurance for that 1 month or the whole period (As I have seen that subclass 600 visa normally given for 3 months)? Thanks in advance.

Hi Zubaida, the website will let you know if you need insurance. In my case, I wasn’t required. But some applicants are requested to buy insurance. You’ll know when you start your application.

Hello Yoshke For an Australian tourist visa online application, please where can I insert or attach a cover letter? Thanks

Hi Jeffery, I attached it under Evidence of Planned Tourism Activities, others

Thanks so much Yoshke for the response. Please I also want to ask, If after meeting all the required and recommended documents, does it matter that I have no previous travel history?

It does matter since it’s part of their list of requirements. But I think having no travel history doesn’t mean automatic refusal. There might still be a chance, just that it’s slimmer.

I just want to confirm does the apply-for-the-visa-no-earlier-than-6-months-before-the-trip still apply?

P.S. I’m going in June next year and I’m planning on getting the visa by January.

Hi Louice, as far as I know, yes.

The reason behind that is, the regular single-entry visa has 6-month validity. Meaning, once it is issued, you can only use it within the next 6 months. If your trip is more than 6 months away, your visa will expire even before your trip starts.

However, sometimes, they grant multiple-entry visa even to first time applicants. But you can’t count on that. There’s still a big chance that you’ll be given a single entry visa.

Hello Yoshke Can I tender a fixed deposit account as proof of funds for the travel?

Hi Luther, I don’t know for sure. But if I were in your shoes, I would go for it.

Thank you guys for the tips.

I was pleasantly surprised that I was granted a one year multiple entry visa even if it was my first time to apply for one.

Just to share, I initially did not upload my PSA birth certificate and a copy of my daily activities. On the 4th business day that my application’s status has not changed from “Received”, I finally decided to upload those two documents online (since I lodged my application there), this was after reading the recommended requirements again from this blog. Then on the following day (5th business day), I got an email saying that my visa has been granted.

I am now thinking that my application could have been processed faster had I already uploaded all those documents when I initially submitted my application online. :)

Yayyyy! Congrats, Gabby! Saan sa Australia yung trip mo?

And thanks for sharing your application experience!

Thanks Yoshke. Still can’t decide if Sydney or Melbourne. For a first time visitor, where will you recommend?

By the way, my Japan visa also got approved :). Applying for a visa can be very daunting but thanks to your blog/fb page we have a guide that we can follow. It also helped a lot that you are so active in replying to the questions posted.

Aw, I have been to neither, so I can’t choose, ahaha.

But my most unforgettable trip ever was a road trip from Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock), so that’s what I reco, but it’s best in winter.

Hehe thank you uli Yoshke.

Ang daming magaganda pero will have to decide para kasya sa budget and vacation leave credits :D

Hi Yoshke, good day! I would like to ask some questions. i’m planning to visit australia as a tourist (specifically in Hobart, Tasmania) next year JUNE 2019. I am employed right now but i will resign next year (April). I can get an employment certificate and they will include my period of stay in their company (i work for almost 3 yrs now). Can I submit these document as proof along with my payslips and ITR even if i’m about to leave the company? I’m planning to get a tourist visa in May. Pls help! Thanks.

Hi Jel, I suggest that you apply for a visa muna before you resign para mas malaki chance na maapprove.

Hello Yoshke! I already applied for the tourist visa and on my Immi account, the application status says: ‘further assessment’ Please what does that mean? Thanks.

Hi Jeffery, I have no idea what it entails. :( Wait ka na lang for further updates. They will let you know naman if you need to submit more docs. :)

Hello Yoshke,

Thanks for this post. Your site has been very helpful in our previous travels.

I just want to ask (sorry in advance if this has been asked before) how soon can we apply for a visa. We are planning to visit Sydney in early June. Can we already apply this January? Though we already made hotel bookings (with free cancellation), we plan to look for accommodation thru AirBnB. Unfortunately, the latter does not offer free cancellation options. Also, we are bringing with us our 4 year old kid. Does she also have a separate application form too?

Thanks in advance and happy new year!

Dun sa how soon, check out FAQ #3 sa post sa taas. :D

About kids having separate application form, I’m not sure, but I think so. I think needed pa rin. You can make multiple applications using one Immi account. You can also create a group on the dashboard (just click on “new group” and then take note of the group code) and then when filling out the application form, at one point you will be asked if it’s part of a group, click yes and enter the group code.

Thanks for the reply. We are working on our application form na and started securing our documents. Sorry if I have a follow-up question (questions pala). Baka sakaling you have an idea:

1. Re: Marriage certificates. Should it be PSA copy? Are NSO copies not allowed anymore? All our birth certificates are PSAs and we overlooked that our MC is NSO. Nakaka-frustrate minsan yung government offices natin bakit pa nagpalit ng office (:D sorry na po!)

2. Re: financial capacity. I’ve received an extra amount last December due to the book royalty I got from a manuscript I wrote two years ago. It comes along with a certification of how many books were sold and the amount I have received. Would it be wise if I include that certification as well? However, I have a different regular day job and I just wrote a book on a project basis. Nothing illegal about it naman. Taxed siya, and may papers ako about it. i just don’t know how to put it or where to put it so I could justify what I have in the bank. Like I have said, I haven’t read anything yet about “sidelines” as source of funds. TIA

Oks lang! Haha. Enjoy ko naman sumagot basta alam ko.

1. Hmmm, di ko sure kung okay lang na NSO pag Australia. Pero kuha ka na lang din ng PSA para safe and kasi magagamit mo rin yan in the future (sa ibang visa applications).

2. I think okay lang either way basta may documents ka to prove it. Tapos gawa ka na lang din ng letter explaining na you write books too, para malinaw sa kanila. But to be honest, if I were in your shoes, if sufficient naman yung kita mo sa regular job, di ko na isasama yung sideline kasi baka maka-complicate. Di rin kasi super higpit ang Australia. I have friends na maliit lang ang sweldo and di kalakihan ang pera sa bank (less than 100K) pero naaapprove kasi I think stable naman ang employment.

Pero di ako expert ha. Ito ay aking opinyon lamang. Haha

Thank you so much for all your help! Our family just received our grant notification today – ME for 1 year. Lodged our application last Sunday. Super thanks sa advice and to your blog as well.

Now time to give back. I noticed kasi a lot of people are asking about family applications so let me share our experience/tips and I hope you find them useful:

1. Even though you have one group code, you will be assessed separately. Yes, pati yung minors hehe (we have a three year old with us)

2. On Form 54 and Family Unit – I realized na confusing pala tong part na to. There’s a question sa application form na “Are there members of their family unit not travelling to Australia who are not Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents?”. By unit, we considered our family (husband, wife, and child) lang. Di na namin sinama parents, siblings, and in laws namin. Pero sa Form 54 (Family Composition), we included our own parents and siblings.

3. For documents ng child lalo na minor siya and cannot fill up the form on her own, we attached all our bank certs, payslips, SOA to her application. Lahat ng docs such as Form 54 and cover letter, the two of us signed the papers.

Anyway, thanks again Yoshke! More power to you and your team!

Yayyyyy! Congrats! I’ll include your experience to our FAQs!

Thanks for the tips Yoshke. Very helpful as always!

I just thought of adding that documents since it’s reflected in the bank certificate. However, just like what you said, looks like it might complicate things since project based lang siya and baka maghanap pa ng other supporting documents.

Oh well, wish us luck! Thanks again! :)

No prob! Let us know what happens!

Hi po Yosh,

Super thankful po ako sa group aside sa sobrang helpful po siya, yung mga members po sobrang babait and willing to extend their help in terms of visa and itineraries. :)

Would like to inquire if meron po bearing or possibility na maapprove if nagkaroon na ng previous visa pero that was 16 years ago pa po. Sticker visa pa at that time and meron po stamp? Planning to apply po sana early this year together with my mom however need pa po namin ng affidavit since there’s a problem with her name, nakaindicate po kasi sa Passport and Birth certificate niya na meron Ma pero sa marriage contract and sa birth certificate ko po wala. Also namentioned din po pwde isubmit about creditcard details, is it okay ung online statement account ang isubmit ko po since hindi na po kasi nagbbigay ng via snail mail for statement of account?

Please advise po. Thank you.

Hi ChoCheng,

Yes, I think wala namang kaso if may previous visa kahit matagal na. It might even help your case.

Yung credit card, yes, okay lang yung online statement of account, I think, since uso naman na paperless billing.

Hi Yoshke, just want to ask what is the difference between tourism/visit a relative or friend and frequent traveler/ tourism? Iam in the process of choosing my stream. Thanks.

Hi Bethd, I’m not sure coz I haven’t tried Frequent Traveler Stream, but from what I remember, it’s open only to Chinese nationals. I could be wrong though.

Hi @Yosh Dimen

Nice Post. It helps me a lot and give me idea about requirements. Can help to get detail and give some advice.

My niece and her Live in partner, they have child/(Australian). They want me not just to visit but get or find job as well. My niece staying there for 10 years and working.

So do you have any advice what type of visa to apply?

Thank you and have a good good day!

Cheers! Jay

Hi Jay, I’m really sorry but I don’t know. My knowledge is limited only to tourism purposes. :(

Hi! I have a one year multiple entry aus visa, however mag expire na sya soon, I wasn’t able to go due to VL issues at work, i am planning to apply again after it expires. is there a chance na ma deny since hindi ako naka punta nung hindi pa nag expire yung visa Ko? Thank you!

Hi Abby, di ko alam kung makaka-affect yun. Pero baka hindi naman.

hI! yOSHKE, my friends just got married this december, they got an invitation to visit australia on march. the problem is the passport of the lady is still her previous married name and the new marriage certificate is still not out. will there be a problem is she will still use the current passport to apply for visa?

Hi Carl. I have no idea. :( Sorry. :(

Hi.. Nakapangasawa po ako ng British guy pero sa Qatar xa nag work. Ngayon dito pa ako sa pinas next month in God’s will makakasunod na ako sa kanya doon. At balak niya isama ako sa mga conference na dadaluhan niya sa ibat ibang bansa. At balak niya sa Australia.. Posible kaya makasama ako sa kanya? Wala akong trabaho at yung passport ko surname pa din ng papa ko ang gamit ko. Pero may PSA marriage certificate from naman kami at na red ribbon na din ng DFA. Sana mapansin nyo itong comment ko.. Salamat at God Bless

Hi Sab, I think pwede naman yun. Indicate mo lang yung sponsor mo sa form and pwede ka rin gawa ng letter explaining na you’re married to someone na aattend ng conference. Syempre may risk na madeny pa rin lalo’t unemployed, lagi namang meron nun, pero may chance pa rin naman na maapprove kasi married naman kayo.

Hi, I currently hold US, Canada, SA and UK visa in my passport. Can that enhances my chance acquiring Australian visa?

Hi Michael. Yep, that can help your case but no guarantees.

This is very helpful. I just have a question about my employment since I work from home. Do you think this will affect my visa application?

It shouldn’t be an issue if you have the necessary paperwork pa rin kahit work from home. :)

Is it required to also submit the OR of the bank certificate? My bank doesnt issue one kasi.

I didn’t submit mine.

My sister (au citizen) invitied me and my family (my husband & my 2 young kids), my 1st degree cousin and 2nd degree cousin for visit Australia. My sister will provide the accomadtion and food expense. My questions are: 1. Who will be the best main applicant, my husband (working) or me (housewife)? I have less than 100k savings and credit cards. 2. Can my 2 cousins apply with in one group application or separate?

Hoping to hear from you. Thanks!

I haven’t tried group application myself so I’m not really sure. I know it’s possible because in the dashboard, there are “group” options, but I haven’t used them yet. But to answer your question, I think your husband is the best main applicant and I think your cousins can be part of the group, but again, I’m not sure.

Hi po! Thank you so much po for creating this post. Your site is a big help for us. :) And your time and effort to answer the questions here.

Anyway, I am planning to have a tour in Australia at the end of March 2019. I am currently employed, and I just secured a copy of my certificate of employment. I am working for this company since May 2017. I have some questions po. Bear with me please. This is my first time to travel and apply for a visa, so I don’t have any idea. I’m planning to submit my application early February 2019. My boyfriend will sponsor my ticket, food and accomodation.

1. I have a payroll account, but the problem is, palagi ko pong winiwithdraw lahat ng laman nun. And I don’t have any savings din po. I just opened a savings account in BPI last week with initial deposit of 10k. I’ll ask my dad to transfer money from 50k-100k. Will it be enough po? But the problem is, I just opened that account. I’m just worried that it might be questioned.

2. My boyfriend will sponsor all, but there’s no boyfriend on the list of sponsor. So I’ll just put Self-funded and will just explain that he will shoulder those expenses. Should I need his bank statement or just invitation letter is enough?

3. Can I change my travel plans after receiving my visa? I’m planning to stay there for 3 months, but I’m worried that I may need a bigger amount of show money. So will just indicate that I’ll be staying for 1 month. Question: Is it okay po na ang ilagay sa planned date of arrival and date of departure is good for one month, pero will really stay there between 1-3 months?

4. ITR. Since wala pa pong updated BIR form 1701, I don’t think I can submit it as evidence. Is it okay po?

5. Another thing I worry po is that I am currently employed the time I will submit my application. but the time I’ll travel, I will be unemployed. Cuz thats the end of my contract. Magkaproblema po kaya?

Maraming salamat po sa pagbasa at pagsagot. Your response is highly appreciated po. God bless you and more power :))

1. If your bank document indicates the date your account was opened or the transactions, it can work against you.

2. Hmmmm I dunno. I don’t think it’s a good idea to put self-funded and then say otherwise in a letter. Consistency is important in visa applications in general. That said, I haven’t experienced applying na may sponsor so di ko alam ano dapat gawin.

3. Some people do that.

4. You can submit last year’s ITR.

5. Will you be submitting a copy of your contract dito sa visa application? If yes, it can be a problem. If not, ok lang. Pero magiging problem mo yan sa Immigration come travel time. Is your boyfriend Filipino or foreigner? Because that might matter when you’re exiting PH.

In general though, it is not recommended kung first-time international travel mo tapos 3 months tapos sponsored by boyfriend. It can raise a lot of red flags. Pero siguro one step at a time, worry about the visa first before the actual travel.

5. Yes po, I’ll be submitting my contract for visa application, but I can still omit that since I have a certificate of employment, but still, in my COE, naka-indicate po dun na gang March 31, 2019 yung contract of service ko. My boyfriend is Australian po.

Hello Yoshke! Please what happens when it’s about 28 days since submission and still no response from the Department? Meanwhile, it says on my ImmAcount that it will take 16 to 27 days for it to be processed.

Hi Jeffery, no idea. Huhu. :(

When is your trip?

My day of intended travel is 11th February 2019 and I lodged the visitor visa application on 26th December 2018.

Waah ang lapit na. Pero di ko rin alam ano dapat gawin pag ganyan. Namessage mo na sila?

Hi, Yoshke Dimen, how are you? Hope you are fine with help of GOD!!! To come to my point, i was invited to participate and present research paper at 63rd conference of Australasian Agricultural and Resource Economics Society (AARES) . I submitted my application through immiaccount for business stream subclass 600 visa type in December 19/2018 by uploading the necessary documents like invitation letter from AARES, registration fee, support letter from my office (save the children from Ethiopia), the paper that was accepted by AARES, bank statement, my educational background, my family (i have wife and two children), my contract agreement from office, and annual reports, took biometrics, submitted health status, etc…… consider that my arrival date is in February 10/2019 but the conference will be held from 12-15 February 2019. But my status is still at further assessment, is it still ok? or denied?

Hello Yared! I thought it was just me going through this. Well you can send them an enquiry email through your ImmiAccount to know what’s happening. Use this link https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au//help-support/departmental-forms/online-forms/australian-immigration-enquiry-form

That’s what I did and they wrote me back saying they are having high volumes of application this period hence processing times are likely to exceed the global average processing time. I hope this helps to bring your mind to rest. God bless you..

Hi – my Mom will be applying for a Visa, but my brother (who is based in Sg) will be sponsoring her trip (all costs). I am the one applying online on her behalf. My brother will meet my mom in Au. Do I have to indicate that my mom is travelling alone to Au? What if she has savings, but not in a bank? What will she attach as proof of her funds?

Thank you very much!

Hello Yared! Did you still get your visa?

Hi Jefferey, yay, thanks for sharing! So finally nakareply na rin sila!

Hi Yared, I’ve never experienced yung further assessment so di ko alam ano dapat gawin. Pero parang andaming ganyan sa Australian visa applicants ngayon.

You can try posting sa Support Group, baka may members na nagka-similar experience: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepoortraveler/

Hi Yoshke. Regarding sa Proof of Travel, paano po sa HK and Macau, wala kasing stamp sa passport?Scan ko ba yung white small paper only or paste ko ang white small sa passpert and then scan? thanks in advance.

Hi Shai, I think okay lang either way.

HI there. Bryan here.. naka lodge na all my requierements.. Pero diko makita san ko i-upload Birth Certificate ko from PSA. can you help me please san banda sya makikita. Thanks in advance.

Yung sa akin, under Evidence of Family Composition

Thanks sa reply. Another question.. yung sa passport picture , naka scan na yung front face ko.. pati ba yung likod papa scan ko rin, indicating my printed name?. Salamat uli. :)

Hi bryan, yung ginawa ko, front lang ni-scan ko tapos ung file name, ginawa kong name ko. Di ko na ni-scan ung likod.

hi po do we have to fill up po family composition form?or ok lang po na d na mag fill up..may marriage certificate naman po..thank you

Fill out mo na rin para mas okay. Madali lang naman yun.

Hi Yoshke! Do yoh have an idea po if pde maging sponsor ng tourist visa ang father, Filipino citizen, residing in the Philippines? Or kailangan Australian citizen? And if visa is already granted, can you change your itinerary plans po? Like if you just state there na you’ll stay for one month, can you make it 2 or 3? If granted 3 months? Hope masagot po ito. Salamat po

Hi AJ, ang alam ko pwede namang magsponsor ang Filipino citizen residing in PH.

And yes, pwede namang mag change ng itinerary after maapprove. HOWEVER, baka maging problem mo ang Airport Immigration lalo na kung ganyan katagal. Having a visa doesn’t guarantee na papapasukin ka nila.

And if you’re planning to stay for at least a month, they’ll probably take a closer look at you kasi ang haba ng trip mo pero tourist ka.

This post might also help especially #2: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2018/08/visa-denied-reasons/

What if ang ilagay ko po sa planned dates ay 2 weeks? Can I still stay longer up to 3 months after visa is granted? Say I was granted 3 months stay?

Noted..Thanks a lot sa assistance Yoshke.. Cheers- bryan

Hi! Do they still give stamp upon entry/exit in Australia like Sydney or Brisbane? I just want to have a souvenir in my passport that i can actually see. Thanks!

See FAQ #9 above. :)

Hi Yoshke Dimen, great blog and really helpful for noobs like us.

Question: My trip is 2020 pa naman my questions is, I don’t have an ITR since I work as a freelance photographer but I have a Japan, SoKor Visas stamped at my passport will that help and won’t require me to submit ITR?

Will this rule apply to them as well, “Submission of ITR is waived for applicants who have traveled at least once to any OECD country within the last 5 years”. ?

Hi Brian, parang di nag-apply yung OECD rule ng Korea sa Australian visa. I think pwede pa ring maapprove kahit walang ITR pero need mo magprovide ng other proof na may income and employment ka, like letters from your clients and invoices.

Better yet, pwede ka pa magfile ng ITR since 2020 pa naman ung trip. Malaking tulong din kasi pag may ITR ka talaga di lang sa Australia pero sa ibang embassies din.

Hi, i’m now trying to accomplish our ImmiAccount. What details to fill on this section– Give details of any significant dates on which the applicant needs to be in Australia? is this our travel itinerary schedule na po>

Hi Mommyyam, what I did there was the most important date in your itinerary. For example, if you’re attending a wedding, enter the actual date of the wedding. If attending a conference, the date of the conference.

Hello po ulit! Ask ko lang po sana,

1. is it possible po na makakuha ng multiple entry even if you just requested a single entry? Ano po ba ibig sabihin ng question na Does the applicant intend to enter Australia on more than one occasion? Does it mean under that visa lang po, or in general? My Australian bf is confused po kasi. He wants me to visit there for a month, but still gusto nya ko bumalik doon after 3-4 months when I return here in the Ph. We’re just thinking po if its better to just put No, so it might give them proof na babalik talaga ako dito sa Pinas. But I’ll definitely go back po sa Oz.

2. yung question po about sa if the applicant know the date of each entry for each occassion, should I answer yes or no po?

3. Is it possible po to be granted more period of stay than what you requested? We’re trying to be safe po kasi. Ofc we want to be granted more period of stay but we’re worried that it may give them doubts.

4. may work po ako dito sa Pinas, but I’m just a service contractor. It’s impossible po kasi to provide an approved leave cuz we don’t have that. Ano po bang ma-i-susuggest nyo as strong reasons for coming back here in the Ph? Kasi di naman po ako makakapag provide ng leave form. I’m single po, walang anak and wala din po akong property.

Salamat po ng marami :)

1. Yep, it’s possible to get multiple entry kahit single ang inapplyan. Happened to my friends na ako yung nag-asikaso ng application nila online. They applied for single and first time nila pareho but they were given multiple.

2. Often, it’s not a good idea to apply for multiple or declare that you will be coming back again and again if your trip is sponsored by someone else or you’re visiting someone especially given that you said wala kang savings and you’ll be unemployed by then. Not sure if it applies to Australia, pero mahigpit dyan ang Japan and Korea. For me, sobrang leap of faith na yung mag-apply ng 1 month stay. Personally, to be safe, hindi ko gagawin yun. Too risky for me. But that’s just me. Not sure if nabasa mo na ‘to pero we discussed it in this post, #2: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2018/08/visa-denied-reasons/

3. Yep, possible. Nung first time ko, I applied for only 3 weeks, I was given 3 months. Second time, I applied for 1 week, I was given 3 months din yata.

I have a few more questions. Hindi na sya visa-related pero Immigration-related. Medyo personal yung questions pero I think important na ma-consider mo na ngayon pa lang kasi it might help you make decisions sa visa application mo.

a. Do you have proof of relationship with your Australian boyfriend? Do you have pictures together? Saan kayo nagmeet?

b. Have you traveled abroad before?

If your answer is NO sa kahit isa sa mga yan, very likely na mag-undergo ka ng secondary inspection sa Immigration. Having a visa doesn’t guarantee na makakaalis ka ng bansa.

Yey! Thank you so much po sa pagsagot. Uhm, sa no 1, okay po. Clear na po.

Sa no. 2 po, we just decided not to have multiple entry cuz according to you and others po, possible naman po pala makakuha ng multiple even single lang inapplyan. And my bf told me that we can always apply after this.

3. So is it okay po to just put 3 weeks but in actual, given the visa is granted it will be 3-4 weeks? I mean to be safe lang po, it is better po? I can extend naman po for 1 week if granted 3 months, right? Cuz they’re just asking for the planned dates. Tama po ba?

a. Yes po, I have proof po. He visited me last December lang po. He was here for 2 weeks. We have pictures together po. We met online po, then he decided to come here last Decemeber. Should I attach the pictures of us together po? If yes, where will I attach po?

b. Haven’t traveled before po :(

* I’ve read also that its okay to put self-funded then explain on the description box that the food and accommodation will be provided by her bf and she was granted naman po. So we’re going to do that too po. We’ll just submit his certificate of employment and lease contract.

Super than you po :)

3. Yep, possible yun. Pero discretion pa rin nila kung gaano kahaba ibibigay nila.

a. I was just asking para sa immigration.

Should I also attach our pics together? Where should I attach po? Para may strong proof ako. hehe.

Lastly, what type of leave po ang dapat ko isubmit? Is it in the form of letter or form? We have leave forms for permanent employees po kasi, I’m working as service contractor lang, so worry ko ay baka di ko pde gamitin yung form na yun. My boss agreed to sign my request for leave. NOt sure lang what type. Thank you :)

Hi AJ, naku di ko alam saan ipapasok yung pictures. Di ko kasi alam ang dashboard pag Sponsored Stream.

Yung sa leave, pwedeng letter, pwedeng form. Kung ano yung standard ng company. Basta malinaw lang dun ung details.

Hi. How much funds do I need to save for a week vacation in Melbourne? Thanks!

Dear Yoshke,

Thank you for this blog. So helpful.

I badly need your help. Sa requirements na pinapa-attach. Sa akin may nakalagay na “Evidence of Character?” Ano ang ipapasama kong requirement dyan? Please please reply.

Thank you!!!!

Hi Maricar, naku, di ko pa naencounter yan so di ko sure. Short term visit (Tourist) naman ina-apply-an mo?

May record ka ba ng criminal or civil offense? If wala, baka pwede ka magsubmit ng NBI and Police Clearance. Baka pwede ring reference letters din from people around you. Pero di ko sure ha. Di ko kasi na-experience na hingan ng Evidence of Character so di ko talaga alam.

Hello, I have my UAE cancelled visa, does it mean that there’s no chance for me to apply for Tourist Visa since proof of employment is needed? Appreciate your help.

Di po ako familiar sa implications ng cancelled UAE visa. :(

Was the visa you received an evisa? I learned that they non-longer give evisa for Philippine citizens.

Regarding financial documents, is bank account and life insurance would help?

Though we’re travelling as group (family) and will be given an invitation letter from our family member who lives in australian (australian citz).

Hi Carlo, are you referring to online visa Tourist Stream or as an e-Visitor? These are very different things. This post is about online visa Tourist stream, for which PH citizens are eligible. eVisitor is a completely different visa type and it doesn’t cover PH citizens.

Some members of our support group were still able to apply for a visa online last week.

Anyway, bank account and insurance would help.

Note that this post is for tourist stream. If your trip is sponsored by a family member in Australia, there is a separate stream for that.

Do we need to submit health certificate or have to undergo health assesment for less than 2 weeks vacation?

Hi Carlo, normally hindi. But there are certain cases na kailangan, I think. You’ll know when you start your application because the system will give you a list of requirements. if it’s not on the list, then no need.

Hi yoshke, Im charish iv been reading your blog and comments section here. Maybe you can help me with some of my questions since im quite confuse where to attach these documents or should i attach it. To let you know i had been granted with a tourist visa for 1 year with amultiple entry but had expired last jan 3 2019. I had been to melbourne twice last year already. on the other hand,that Visa was processed through an agency here in cebu. and Now me and my boyfriend decided to try it on our own via online since its quite expensive to go back to this agency.

Mine is a sponsored trip with my Bf but only for accommodation and food . i was the one who paid for my airfare, also I have my bank certificate,payslips ,coe (except for my ITR since the company wasnt able to issue a new one for 2018) and a signed approved leave.On my BF’s side he had attached his invitation letter as well as bank accts and Now my dilemma is where will i attach my PSA birth? also does my BF have to attach his passport?if so bwhere to attach? Also should i attached photos and chat messages still? if so is it in Family composition part?Also i already had a confirmed airline ticket where should i attached it? i know this is quite alot but i just really wanna know your opinion and suggestions to this. Hope you can reply to my message. Thanks alot!

Regards, Charish

Hi Charish,

I’m not that familiar with the requirements for sponsored trips as my experience is limited to non-sponsored visits, so I can’t be of much help here.

For example, I haven’t seen the dashboard for sponsored trips so I don’t know the sections available.

But I attached my birth certificate to the Evidence of family composition, and the roundtrip ticket to Evidence of Planned Tourism Activity.

Hi yoshke i really appreciate your reply. Anyhow, I will be submitting my application today To God Be the Glory!.. Pray for me hehehe

Good luck!!! :)

Just to give you an update of my application. I got my Visa grant today Feb 15 and I was able to submit my application last feb 12 lang.Thanks to your blog it was my guide all through out. xoxo

Yayyyyy! Congrats!!!! Enjoy Oz! :)

Hi! Just want to ask, where do you attach other documents such as cover page? Thanks!

Hi Rowee, I uploaded it under Evidence of Planned Tourism Activities > Others.

Hi Vins and Yoshke,

I am applying online for AU visa but hesitant about my husband’s passport number. I am not sure if it’s zero or letter O that followed the 1st letter. I tried reaching DFA for 3 hours now but no luck. Would you happen to know if there is some sort of format on the passport number if it’s 2 letters and then followed by numbers or whatnot? Sorry for the bother.

Hi Micah, according to Wikipedia, “Passports issued after 2005 (including machine-readable and biometric passports issued prior to August 15, 2016) have two letters followed by seven numbers. Passports issued after August 15, 2016 have a letter followed by seven numbers, which is then followed by another letter.”

Parang tama naman.

Hi thank you! :) yeah, that’s what I saw too. And yun nalang din sinunod namin. Wala macontact sa DFA eh hehe thanks ha! More power to your site. Regards kay Vins (we’ve worked on a project before)

hello nag apply ako online and granted ang visitors visa hindi ko na ba kaylangan mag biometric

Yay! Congrats!

Ako and my friends last year, di naman kami nagbiometrics din. Wala namang requirement sa amin.

Hey Yoshke!

I am required to submit Form 956A Appointment or withdrawal of an authorised recipient. I dont know what is that for and why am I being required to submit. Thank you!

Hi Migs, sorrryyyy, no idea. :( First time to hear about this.

Hi, Yoshke. Sa small paper na binigay sa HK and Macau, front lang ba i-scan or pati sa back portion? Thanks!

Hi Belle, I haven’t tried submitting yung paper ng HK/Macau for Australian visa. :(

Hi! I have been invited by my employer to visit our office in AUs and I will be going with my husband both our plane tickets will be shouldered by the company. should I still apply for the tourist stream?

Hi Doris, I think Business Stream na yung sa’yo.

same case, shoulder ng company ung travel tickets and accommodation ko, ok lang ba un nasa sabihin sa application?

Yes po, you can declare that naman po.

Hello Yoshke!

I will be visiting Australia in June, I just got my regularization contract at work this week and I am planning to apply for a Visa this March. Will this be a problem? Also, I really don’t have that much in my bank account but I have an investment portfolio, so am curious if they will consider this and if it’s okay to submit as part of proof of financial capacity? And ok din ba to submit ORCR? lol. I just don’t want to get rejected so I’ll submit anything just to be granted. Thank you in advance for your response! :)

I think okay lang ang investment portfolio, pero safer kung may sufficient funds ang bank account talaga.

Sa ibang embassies tinatanggap ang ORCR pero never ko pa natry sa Australia.

Hi Yoshke, Approved nako visa! 1 year multiple entries nagrant sakin! I applied last March 16 lang then approved today march23. :))))

hi steph, what time of the day sila nag email for you visa grant? btw congrats

Yayyyy! Congrats! :)

Yay! Thanks for answering! I’ll try my luck! Just waiting for my COE para makaapply nako hehe. Balitaan kita maapprove or not! pero sana maapprove sayang ung fee! haha Thanks again! :)

hi sir,.ask ko lng if ok lng ba bank certificate nlng ang upload instead of bank statement. or better both? and if 10days lng ang nilagay mo intead stay possible ba dn po ba ma approve ng 3 months visa? thanks alot in advance.

If okay naman ung funds and transaction record, mas okay po na pareho yung iupload.

Yep, possible na 3 months pa rin kahit na ilang days lang yung inapply. :)

I am planning to apply for a tourist visa. I’ve been to EU and US and other parts of Asia. I have also my sister living in Melbourne but she ‘s not the one I’m gonna visit but friends in Sydney whom I met in US. Do I need to submit PSA birth cert? And what are the documents my friends should send me as supporting documents. TIA.

Will your friends sponsor your trip or you’ll shoulder the expenses yourself?

Here are the usual documents needed: – Letter of invitation. Best if you have photos with that friend and relative showing that you really know each other. – Identification Documents of Sponsor. If you declare that your trip will be paid for by someone other than yourself. – Evidence that your sponsor in Australia can financially support your trip. If you declare that your trip will be paid for by someone other than yourself.

The full list will be displayed when you start your application.

I have an ITR from my previous company can I submit it still? My new work hasn’t issued an ITR yet.

Hi Bliss, yep! You can use the ITR from your previous company. :) You can also write an explanation letter para mas maintindihan nila.

May I know if biometrics is still needed?

We applied online and visa was granted

Hi Jacqueline, not usually.

Only if you’re asked for it, but normally, it’s not a requirement.

I have a minor son who is an Australian Citizen. Can i accompany him in going to Australia to visit his grandmother using tourist visa for me? Thank you very much.

If your trip is not sponsored by anyone, you can apply for a Tourist Visa for yourself. :)

please help me po Yoshke sa part na EVIDENCE OF PLANNED ACTIVITIES..wala pa kasi akong ticket kahit sample lang po…[email protected]

Pwede ka pong kumuha ng Flight Reservation (reservation only, not actual booking).

Sa itinerary naman, maraming samples online, google nyo na lang po. Depende kasi yan sa destination mo sa Australia.

sample lang po ng EVIDENCE PLANNED ACTIVITIES please…send me [email protected]

Saan ka ba sa Australia pupunta?

Sa Sydney po…

I can’t be of help. We haven’t explored Sydney yet.

If no history travelled outside the country, wala ba ilalagay? Or i can make letter na hindi pa nka travel kahit saan?

Hi I’m also applying for a australian visa for the second time na pero the first time I apply is sa embassy talaga and that was approved. Ngaun sa online my required documents which say form 956A appointment or withdrawal of authorized recipient any idea about it??and sa photograph you said white background sa immiaccnt black na nakalay..

Hi Sally, naku, di ko alam yang Form 956A. :( Never sya lumabas sa akin even pag ako yung nag-apply for my friends.

Re picture, sundan nyo na lang kung ano nakasulat sa Immi Account.

Thank you for the advice! Additional request :) If you can, can you share the sample cover letter and itinerary you submitted for your visa? Would be much appreciated and really BIG help. Here’s my email address : [email protected]

Thank you so much :)

hi im travelling with my husband..is it necessary po talaga to fill up po family composition form or ok lang po if wala po yon..thanks a lot

I am a Filipino working in Saudi Arabia and I am applying for Visitor Visa – Tourist Stream to Australia. My eldest sister and her family are all Australian citizens already. She invited us (all her siblings) for a reunion in Australia. She send invitation letter us with proof of her address including copy of her passport. She will take care of our accommodations and itineraries while we are in Australia. I already have my employment certificate, payslips, bank statement (3 months), visas from countries I visited already, etc. From he information I gathered and read, I have to visit their VFS Global office. I have to make online appointment first before visiting them to submit my application form and all supporting documents plus I have to do biometrics. I have to make my payment as well at the time of submission of my application. My questions are 1. Do I have to fill up the form “My Health Declaration” first before visiting them, or 2. They will advise me to do health examinations prior to submission of my application form?

My other siblings in Manila all submitted their application online without health examinations being required of them.

Please advise.

Hi Emmanuel, I wish I have the answers for you, but I haven’t tried applying for an Aussie visa to visit a relative or partly sponsored, so I am not familiar with the process/requirements for that.

Hi…thank you for the very useful tips. i do have a question though. how far of our travels should we submit? i mean like in getting a korean visa they are specific is asking for past travels for the last 5 years only. i have been to australia maybe 15 years ago…will i have to go that far in submitting past travels? thank you for your reply

They don’t say, so in my case, I just submitted everything. Scans of all my stamps and visas from my very first trip.

However, a couple of commenters said that there is no longer a travel history field in the Upload Requirements page. I’m not sure though coz I haven’t tried applying again this year.

I plan to go to Australia this November and I’ll be traveling solo as well as first time in Australia but I have gone to several Asian Countries beforehand and already got Japan, Taiwan and South Korea visas too (Expired na nga lang sila tho). I’ve been checking out the application and I have some questions medyo nalilito lang ako for the following

1. Has the applicant held or does the applicant currently hold a visa to Australia or any other country? – Will I answer Yes to this and explain that I held visas from Japan/Taiwan/South Korea tho they are all expired now or just answer No?

2. About the question if I’ll be visiting some relatives/friends in Australia, I would visit my friends from work there but I won’t be asking any invitation letters from them. Do I still need to add their names in the application form as well?

Really appreciate all the help I could get, even tho it’s too early I wanted to get the application started so I wouldn’t cram.

Thank you very much! :)

1. I answered yes because I had held visas before even if they were expired.

2. I think you can, but if I were in your shoes, I wouldn’t do that. It’ll just make the application more complicated. But that’s just me. :)

I applied last March 7, 2019, I got a reply, today, March 15, Friday, noon time. They asked to send the colored bio-data page of my passport. I re-attached it right away as soon as I got the feedback. Do you have an idea of the turn around time?

Do you have any updates on this? Have you got your visa as of today? I applied mine last March 14, 2019 and has no updates yet. :(Thanks

Hi Quiko, wala po ako idea pag ganyan na may pina-resend. :(

HI Yoshke! First, thank you for the detailed guide. Second, quick question: the application form asks for an upload of a passport pic and the applicant’s name at the back. ******** Provide a recent passport photograph (45mm x 35mm). This should be of the head and shoulders only, and should show the person facing the camera, against a plain background and must be less than six months old. Print the name of the person on the back of the photograph. ********

Since i’ll be just submitting a softcopy of said passport pic, does that mean i just need to scan the back of the picture?

What I did, I went to the studio, asked for a passport-size photo to be taken, then got the soft copy of the photo. That’s what I uploaded. Then, I changed the file name of the image to my name. I didn’t scan the back of the pic.

Not sure if that’s the right thing to do, but that’s what I did for myself in my 2 applications and it got approved each time.

Hello. I just submitted and paid my tourist visa Application tonight, however, I forgot to submit my birth certificate.. :,( should I notify them or should I wait for their email? Please heeeeelp :( thanks!

You can just add it to your application in the attachments section.

Hi Chris, unfortunately, I have no idea. :(

Hi, I’m running a bit late getting all our documents ready for our application for visitor visas to travel to Australia from Fiji to attend my daughter’s graduation on 18 April 2019 at the University of Melbourne.CanI still lodge for our visitor visas on 25 March 2019 from Suva, Fiji? We intend to travel to Australia on 16 April 2019 and return to Fiji on 19 April 2019

Hi! Unfortunately, I have no idea about the process when lodged abroad.

Hi i just want to ask there is one page they would ask if i have a family living in australia. Nilagay ko yes pero hindi sila magsponsor sa akin. Kailangan ko pa ba hingin sa kanila yung financial capacity nila/ necessary funds to support?

they’ll just ask for the relative’s details, contact, address, status, etc. i didnt provide my sister’s financial capcity since she is not going to sponsor me and i got approved.

Hi Aimee, di ako familiar sa requirements pag may kakilala. Pero madidisplay naman ung lahat ng requirements pagdating sa Upload Page. If wala dun, ibig sabihin di na kailangan.

Hey Man I have a question Well i’m 24 and we have a family Agro business, speaking of the bank account statement i have over AUD 200,000/- transaction of money but we keep our balance ‘0’. What if i suddenly transfer a big amount of money in our business account and show it? Does it gonna affect anything? Thank you

Hi AlphaRyan,

Hmmm, I don’t know for sure. I think it can affect it, but I also think that it’s pretty normal for business accounts to receive big amounts at once.

Just want to be sure. I got my visa last February, and on my visa last date to arrive is Aug 2019. It means that I can go to Australia anytime before Aug, right? And al I need to bring is this evisa and my passport?

Hi Gallia, yes, you can go to Australia anytime before August.

Aside from passport and visa, it’s always best to have return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation just in case the Immigration officers ask for those or have doubts.

Hi Yoshke, Question :) 1. on the Form 54 Family Composition should i print fill up the form, print then scan with my signature? 2. on the names should i include the middle name? ex. Surname: SOBERANO, Given name: LIZA SANTOS

1. Yung ginawa ko, I affixed an electronic signature. You can use Acrobat Reader to digitally sign the form.

2. First name & last name lang nilagay ko. Di ko na sinama middle name.

Natawa ako sa Liza Soberano though. Haha

Hi again Yoshke, Idol ko kasi si Liza haha Gosh i need to figure out how to use that Acrobat Reader something that you mention coz im not techy. Question again: 1.can you give me and idea sa format ng Daily Schedule and Cover Letter? can u share yours? or kahit format lang. please… =) 2. yung addressee for the Bank Certificate, COE and Daily Sched is this correct? Australian Embassy Manila Level 23 tower, RCBC Plaza Tower 2, 6819 Ayala Ave, Makati, 1200 Metro Manila Philippines

Hi Rach! You’re lucky kaka-apply ko lang ulit so di ko pa na-delete. :D

1. Itinerary: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Sample-Travel-Itinerary-for-Australian-Visa.pdf Cover Letter: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Australian-Visa-Cover-Letter.pdf

hello Yoshke, Thank you for this =)

question again. 1. Sa Daily Sched my Accomodation ka nilagay need ba ng actual booking ng hote or apartment? 2. sa Bank statement ilang months ang kinuha mo? 3. yung passport size photo wala ako soft copy ok lang ba un scan ko lang din ung photo? 4. aside sa i scan na Visas and stamps sa passport, should i need to provide Travel History pa separately?

sorry dami ko questions natawa ko sa Ricardo Dalisay at si Ivy Aguas binuhay mo haha

1. Yep, may accommodation ako na nilagay sa itinerary. I didn’t have an actual booking though. If you want to submit, book ka ng hotel na may free cancellation policy. :)

2. 6 months yung sinubmit ko.

3. Not sure. Parati kasing soft copy yung sinusubmit ko. haha. Na-try ko na rin na nagpicture ako sa phone nung 2nd application ko. Iba yung quality kaysa pag sa studio kasi di controlled yung lighting, pero naapprove pa rin. Pero ang masusuggest ko talaga is punta ka ng studio tapos hingin yung soft copy.

4. Kahit yung scans ng stamps and visas na lang, okay lang yun. :)

Hi. I got approved for a 3-month visa (600) and stayed in Perth from Dec 29 – Mar 24 so I just got back in the country.

I wanna come back in Perth around July or August. I am planning to apply for my second visa and I’m thinking of requesting for a multiple-entry this time. I’ll declare my sister’s wedding anniversary and a musical I wanna see (which are months apart) as an excuse to justify my application.

How risky is it to apply for a visa, let alone a multiple entry one, just a little over a month after the previous visa expired? Do you think it’s best if I apply, let’s say in June (I can wait but I am just really excited to apply again) and just apply for single entry again?

I’d appreciate your response.

Hi! Unfortunately, I have no idea. :(

Thanks so much Yoshke,

Question again =D sa Family Composition super dami kasi ng Siblings ng Mother ko 10 sila and 6 kami na anak nia hindi kasya sa Form what should i do?

(sorry dami kong tanong =D nag start na kasi ako sa application)

Hi Rach Dadole, pwedeng malaman kung anong ginawa mo sa Family Composition / Form 54 mo? Parehas kasi tayo ng case, maraming siblings ang mother, hindi kasya lahat sa form 54. Thanks a lot!

Nilagay ko na lang sa Form 54 ng mother ko kung ilan ang kasyang “Brother/sister” (3) at “Son/daughter” (3) nya. Tapos yung file name nilagyan ko ng “(incomplete, not enough boxes)” sa dulo.

Gumawa ako ng Excel file na may file name na “Complete Family Composition – xxxMother’s Namexxx”, included yung columns na nasa Form 54: Family composition, Family name, Given names, Date of birth (DAY MONTH YEAR), Relationship status & Home address. Hindi ko na sinama yung column na “Previous visits to Australia” since wala pa namang nakapunta sa Australia. Saved the file as PDF.

Uploaded both PDF files sa ImmiAccount. Nakakuha naman ng visa ang mother ko. Thanks sa site na to :)

Thanks for sharing, Van! And congrats!

ah di ko alam

Hi yoshke, Question po :) Sa Non accompanying member of the Family unit? My mother is the main applicant (60y/o) all children is adult and one child (42 y/o) is not joining the trip. Kelangan ba ilagay name nung anak na hindi sasama? Or NO na kasi 42y/o na.

Ito ung sa application form, right?

No na. Kasi di naman sya dependent na. :)

I have a question, with regards to the question about “Does the applicant intend to enter Australia on more than one occasion?” I wanna answer YES since I’m also planning to come back after my first trip probably by next year but I still dont have any fixed date for the next trip but there are events I wanna attend by next year once I travel back to Aus. Any recommendation to what to answer to the Give Reason part? or Do you advise just answering No?

Thank you for your help!

Hi Aly, will it be your first time in Australia?

My advice is to just answer No since you have no plans yet and it’s too far from now. I think this part generally refers to entering Australia within a short period. For example, if your route is Manila-Sydney-New Zealand-Melbourne-Manila.

The good news is, you can still be granted a multiple entry visa even if you apply for single and even if it’s your first time, if they feel like you qualify.

I hope you are doing great…

I am planning to visit OZ for a tourism trip this July 2019. I just have few questions, i hope to hear from you soon.

1.) I will be traveling alone to OZ from Manila kasi yung friend ko will depart from SG coz she’s working there. She will travel with her workmates kasi. Dun na lang kami magkikita. There is a possibility na makikitira lang kami sa friend nung workmate nya. Do i need an invitation letter for the possible accommodation or a hotel booking (can be canceled) would suffice na?

2.) Another concern is my payslip because my entire salary is not declared though i hold a managerial position. It’s so much less than the usual. Would that be an issue? Or do i still have to submit it? Btw, my bank account have enough funds for my intended 1-week tour. I have an ITR, COE and other relevant employment dox for i have been working in the company for 8 long years.

Thanks a lot.

God Bless Po…

1. If you’ll be self-funding the trip and your employment/financial documents are all good, if I were in your shoes, I would just book a hotel (that can be cancelled) because mentioning the friend of the workmate of your friend would just complicate things and di rin ganun ka-strong yung relationship kasi di yata kayo magkakilala.

2. Oks lang naman na walang payslip basta may iba kang docs. Pero does it mean na yung ITR mo ay mababa rin yung naka-indicate?

Thanks for the response Sir. Noted on your reply number 1.

With regards naman po sa ITR ko, okay naman po yung naka indicate na amount. Di nman po mababa. Nasa 200K above annually.

I have follow-up questions pa po sana:

1.) Do i have to create a cover letter pa at itinerary? Kailangan super detailed po ba ang itinerary if ever gagawa ako? Well-traveled naman po ako since 2016 and i have been to a visa country once and 3 non-visa countries in a span of 3 years.

2.) Yung COE at approved leave form ko po ba kailangan pa ipa notarize or kahit hindi na po?

3.) As of now do you have an idea if may required documents po ba na kailangan talaga ipa notarize?

Thanks a lot for reading and replying on my queries. Super appreciated.

1. Yung itinerary, pag for tourism, kelangan talaga. Yung cover letter, di naman required pero for me, mas okay pag meron. May inupload akong sample itinerary. Gayahin mo na lang ung format. Nasa link sa taas.

2. Di naman needed. Basta andun ung contact number and email nung contact person (HR and/or immediate superior)

3. Kakaapply ko lang ulit 2 weeks ago. Wala namang kelangan ipa-notarize sa recent experience ko.

I have another question po if you dont mind. Yung mga stamps po ba sa passport pages ng previous travels kailangan pang lagyan ng note kung aling country yun, or kahit no need na po? Scan ko lang sya per two pages keri na po ba yun? Thank you

Hi Smize, yung saken di ko na nilagyan ng note.

Hi! planning to apply for Australian tourist visa. I’ve been to Singapore and Japan last year. The problem is I am not currently employed. I am a backyard breeder of fighting cocks but don’t have any documents. What to do? Thanks.

Hi Lance, naku di ko po alam.

Ako personally, di ko nirerecommend na mag-apply pag unemployed kasi risky talaga na ma-deny. Mahirap na kasi magka-record.

Hello! Me and my family will be in Australia in August and will be staying in my Brothers house in Brisbane. Do we need to upload his Identification as well? Do we still need a letter of invitation from him?

Hi Adrian, I’m not that familiar with the requirements for those who are invited/staying with someone in Australia. But I think you’ll need an invitation letter.

Hi Yoshke! You have a very helpful blog! Question, if I use my husband’s bank account as financial proof is that going to be okay? Is he going to be my sponsor, ganun ba?

Hi sir Yoshke

Ask ko lang po kung i allowed po ba ung bank statement ko na 1 month palang po siya. Thanks

Hi Russ, naku, mahirap yan. Tinitingnan din kasi nila kung gaano katagal ung bank account.

Hi Prech, di ko po pa kasi naranasan na sponsored so di ko po sure.

Hello, Sir.

Thanks for the comprehensive blog. I am currently done filling out the online form (19/19). Where and when lalabas ung document upload? Pa-advise din po ako if ok lang sainyo. I’m planning to travel on May 23 and this April 29 ko pa siguro masisend ung visa application kaya natatakot akong di umabot. Pwede ko kaya isend na ngayon at mag edit na lang ng uploads pagkatapos?

After ng Page 19, may Review page, tapos after that lalabas yung Upload Page.

thank you, Sir. i will be sending my application later.

Question po, kasi for the visa purpose I booked an accommodation for my Melb stay but will cancel it once naapprove na ung visa since I’m staying sa house ng officemate ko. Di na po kasi ako nag ask for invitation and self funded naman ung travel. Question is, minsan po diba once you arrived sa mga airport – the immigration will ask you where will you stay for the time you are there – What will you advise for the answer – the accomodation from the visa Itinerary (tho once I will be getting there is cancelled na ung reservation) or kung ano po yung address ng officemate ko?

Hi Lyz, tell the truth para if they dig deeper, madaling sagutin.

Thank you very much your guide info helps me a lot. Granted na ang aming visa for a vacation and family visit sa Australia. God bless you always.

Congrats, Grace! You must be very excited! Enjoy Oz!

Thank you for this blog, such a big help. My family will go to Australia and I just created an account. I already finished filling out the first 19 pages and already in the attach docs page. But I have not seen a page that will create a multiple application for the entire family members. There was just a page that asks for names and birthdays. Will this page appear after all the docs have been attached?

It’s on PAGE 2 of the Application Form. You will be asked if you’re applying as a group. Answer YES. And then it will ask for details of the group. Create a group and choose FAMILY.

Then for the other members of the family, start new application for each member and make sure you choose the group you created.

I am currently on the “Attach Documents” page and on the “Required” part, it would ask for Evidence of Character. I am unsure of what to attach at this point. Is it requiring me an NBI clearance, police clearance or a good conduct letter from my employer?

I hope you can provide an answer on this. Thank you!

Hi Kath, I haven’t encountered “Evidence of Character” in any of my applications. But usually there is a question mark icon beside an item that when you click shows the types of documents you can submit. Do you see something like that in the Uploads dashboard?

May I ask how to attached the passport photos?

Hi Marcelo,

What I do every time is I upload a soft copy of my pic and rename the file to my full name. Then upload it sa Documents section.

My name is juvy, OFW dito sa Qatar. kasama ko ang asawa at anak ko. Ininvite ako ng kapatid ko na bakasyon sa australia ng 1 week and mag lolodge na po ako ng tourist visa within this week. kapatid ko po mag sponsor sa akin lahat. nag attached din po ako ng payslip ko. by the way, pr na po sya dun and nakaattached na ang documents ng kapatid ko.. ok lang ba na mag attached ng salary certificate ng asawa ko saka ng car leasing nya kahit hindi naman sya ang sponsor ko?

Hi Juvy, di po ako familiar sa application na invited po kasi outside my experience po.

by the way, ako lang po mag isa mag tratravel.

Would like to ask if I can use someone’s credit card to pay for our visa? Thank you

I think that’s okay. My friends used my credit card when they applied. They didn’t have any problem.

Thank you so much for the information you shared about applying for Australian Tourist Visa.

I would like to ask if I create a group application will it affect if we decided that I will be the first to go to Australia? My sister, the one who recides in Aus wants me to go first this June and my parents would like to go around Decemeber 2019.

Hi Angel, so you’re not traveling together? I’m not sure if group application applies if the members of the group are traveling months apart. I think not but I’m not sure.

Hi, thank you for this guide. Na-approve you visa ko in 12 days :)

Wow! Congrats, Jovelyn! Enjoy Oz!

To whom should I address the documents to be submitted online? Salamat po!

Not sure if that’s right, but that’s what I submitted. :)

Hi Yoshke, ask lang regarding my case. May invitation ako to attend conference sa Melbourne pero included sa invitation ung husband and daughter ko. If mag aapply ako ng Visa Business Visitor Stream ba ako at Tourist steam sila? Pwede bang i lodge na Group application un khit magkaiba kami ng stream? Also separate cover letter ba and proof of income ang kailangan nmin 3 o isa lang from primary applicant? Please help.

Hi Joan, naku, di ko po alam. :(

Ok lang po. Follow up question nalang.

What if it’s your first time to travel, what will you put on the evidence of previous travel? It’s one of the requirements right?

Evidence of previous travel doesn’t apply to everyone. For example, when I applied for myself and my mom, my mom was required to submit that but I wasn’t. I don’t know kung anong cases nag-aapply yun. Pero if ever lumabas sya tapos first time mo, di ko alam kung anong pwedeng isubmit. :(

Hi, I just went back to this post to give a quick update that we got our visa approved within 10 working days. Thank you for all your tips and for patiently answering our questions kahit gaano kadami. Your blog is a big help to us first times. God bless you more!

Yay! Congratulations, Joan! Where in Australia are you going?

Hi Yoshke, ano sinubmit mo sa mom mo since required sya pero first time nya?

First time nya sa Australia, pero di nya first time to travel abroad. So I uploaded a copy of passport stamps and previous visa from another country.

Hi there! I would like to ask, on the form 54 do i need to submit a psa copy of birth certificate of my father and son and death certificate of my mother even Im travelling alone?

No, you don’t need to submit THEIR birth certificates. You can submit YOUR OWN if you want.

Hello. Do you need to submit both the chinese and english Form 54 since both are downloaded as a single file and the chinese form automatically mirrors whatever you write on the english form? OR do you only send the english Form 54? Thanks

I submitted both since one file lang sila. I signed both too.

Hi I just wanna ask kasi about dun sa relationship status ko, i am still minor and single what to choose in the options kasi wala ni isa yung pagpipilian ko dun

There is a NOT MARRIED option when I applied. But I don’t remember if there is a more suitable option for minors.

Hi! It looks like Form 54 is no longer required, based on the checklist I found on the Australian Embassy Website here in the PH

Anyone know if this is still required?

Hi Christine,

I just applied last month. Form 54 appears on the list and is labeled “RECOMMENDED”. So technically, it is not a requirement in my case. However, Form 54 is a simple document that can be easily accomplished. Why not just fill it out and submit?

Hi! Yoshke Dimen,

I would like to know if Health Exam is required?

Depends on your profile, I think. But *normally*, if applying for a short visit, it is not required.

Thanks for clarifying!

No prob! Good luck with your application. :)

Hello again. Thanks for the reply on my previous question(s). I am wondering if this question: “Does this applicant have any other passports or documents for travel?” pertain to my expired passport. Because when I click “yes” this statement then appears: “Give details of any other non United Nations passports or documents for travel that might have been previously used to travel to Australia.” and the let me add the details of that travel document or passport. Now, I am confused since I have not travel to Australia before and does this mean that I don’t need to add my expired passport details which I used to travel to Hong Kong and Singapore? Do they only need the expired passport used to travel to Australia?

Hi JC, no it doesn’t refer to your expired passport. I think “Other passports” in this context means passports from other countries or passports other than your Philippine Passport. I answered NO.

Thanks again for the answer. A few more questions if you don’t mind.

1. Since my wife traveled to Australia multiple times before (her last trip was 10 years ago though), when I was about to attach her scanned documents, I noticed that there was no option to attach “Evidence of previous travel” (unlike mine which am a first time traveler to Australia). Why is that? Is it because she had a previous travel history to Australia?

2. I was the one who created an Immi account for the both of us. However, upon creating her application, a verification was sent to her email. But when she clicked the link to verify, she was directed to the login or create an Immi account. She then used my log-in and verified her email. Was it the right way? I am concerned maybe she won’t be able to receive the notification if we did it wrongly. Any other way to check the status of the visa if that’s the case? Can I see the status on my Immi account for both our applications if ever?

Thanks again for the time and effort for answering my concerns.

1. That could be the reason. Same thing happened to me and my mom in my recent application. I had been to Australia a couple of times before and I could no longer see the “Evidence of Previous Travel.” But my mom had that section perhaps because it was her first time. I still submitted copies of my stamps/visas though and uploaded it under “Evidence of Financial Status > Other”.

2. Hmmm. This, I don’t know. But you can check your IMMI dashboard because it gets updated automatically. Since you used your IMMI account to submit her application, you can see updates related to her application on your own Immi dashboard.

Just wanna get your advice, I’m planning to go to Australia this November. What month or time would you recommend for me to send my application for visa? I’m currently halfway through the requirements. I’ll just get the updated financial documents and employment pag mag sesend na.

Not earlier than 6 months before your trip. See FAQ #3 in the post.

Your blog is a big help but I have questions po. We’re planning to apply for tourist visa this June. I am with my boyfriend po .This is our first trip together. My Aunt is inviting us for my Uncle’s birthday party this coming July po. In the FAQ’s above, about that page 9, should I declare yes (de facto, but we’re not yet engaged) or no (I am single). Follow up question po need po ba namin maglodge ng Immi separate? And how can we send or upload po our documents?Magkasama po ba lahat ng documents namin? And lastly po both of us po ba is makakareceived ng notice if we are grant or denied po. I hope you could answer my questions po.

Thank you so much and Godbless 

1. A de facto relationship is defined as a relationship as a couple living together on a genuine domestic basis. Declaring single is much simpler and less complicated, though.

2. Applications have to be done individually. You can declare you’re part of a group though. See FAQ #7 in the post.

3. Yep. Since you will be applying individually, makakareceive kayo ng notification sa email that you entered and the Immi dashboard.

Hello po,sa question number 9 po wala po nka indicate na single,ano po yung pede namin i check ni boyfriend po,?And kaht po ba invited kami nila Auntie they will provide us the invitation letter and other documents.ano po ang gagawin ni boyfriend ko sa application niya? same lang din po ang issend namin na docs? and this side is for my boyfriend po sa question number 27 Do you have any relatives in Australia? lalagay din po ba niya ung names ng Aunt ko? same with question 41. Thank you po :)

Hi I will like to ask regarding the passport, is it necessary to scan all pages of the passport or only the first page with the picture on it? I asked my friend who applied for a visa before she told me to scan all pages. I will appreciate for a reply. Thank you

I have another question. Does the bank certificate must contain the date opened and adb over the last 6 months? I already have my copy but it only indicates the available balance. Would there be an issue for that? My account btw is 5-year old.

Thanks a lot :)

Hi Smize, bank certificate lang ba ang isusubmit mo or magsusubmit ka rin ng bang statement? If may bank statement ka, okay lang na wala na yung certificate kasi makikita naman yung details na yun sa statement.

I have both. But upon checking the bank statement it does not contain the opening date and adb. However, i am submitting a 6-month transaction bank soa. Would that be fine sir? I am about to ask for a new one if it’s really needed.

Another question po. Is it okay if the hotel name I indicate in the itinerary is not actually booked?

Hi Smize, I just checked the last bank statement I submitted and wala rin nga palang ADB dun. BDO ba ung sayo?

Yes po Sir, BDO rin po.

Pareho po yung Bank SOA at Bank Cert walang ADB and Opening Date. Do i have to ask for a new one?

Hi Smize, I think okay lang kasi may transaction record naman. That’s just me though.

I am now lodging for an application. It asks if i have Other Identity Documents, when i clicked yes may ADD button then there’s another window. Meron syang option na type of document na birth certificate but it needs the identification number, san ko po ba makikita yung identification number sa birth certificate. Would you know sir?

Thanks a lot po

I used the registry number instead.

HELLO! I wonder for ‘THE OTHER IDENTITY DOCUMENTS’ tab its where you input documents such as birth cert, marriage cert, drivers license, etc. – what does identification number means for each document? where can I find it in those mentioned certificates? and does PRC ID included in these? hope you could help me out! thanks so much and God bless!

Hi Emilie, usually may number naman po yung ID. Example, UMID and Driver’s License, meron un. Ung birth cert and marriage cert ung di ko alam kung ano. Pero sa birth cert, ung registry number na lang nilagay ko.

THANKS FOR THE INFO!

Another question -Has the applicant held or does the applicant currently hold a visa to Australia or any other country?—does it also include visa free countries? thanks!

A bit confused with your question. How can you hold a visa for a visa-free country? I think it only refers to visas you have or had, not the countries you visited.

Are you going to declare the visa’s already expired?

Hello approved ang visa namin good for 1 year multiple.entry.! And want to say thank you for your help!

– took 10 working days for it to process ( I think sinadya ng consul kse bday ng mom ko nung lumabas ung visa, and one reason going to aussie is to celebrate her bday)

-Papers are not notarized -Some bank statement scanned copy lng ng passbook – we Included invitation letter from my sister including evidence of her student visa and enrollment form plus photocard i.d. – I also included family photos for reference

Pero I wonder my daughter who is 2 years old was only given 6 months single entry visa. any reason behind this?

Yay, congrats!!! Happy that this post was able to help!

Regarding the 6 month single visa for your daughter, I have no idea. It happened to me too. I once applied with my friends, and in our group, I was the only one who had been to Australia before and had the most stable job, finances, and travel history. All my friends were given multiple entry visas while I was given 6-month single entry only. I still don’t know why, haha.

Thanks for the help. Got our visa after 9 days!

We’re a family of three and all of us work for our family business. I got nervous pa cos 1 minute lang difference nung grant email sa parents ko but mine arrived mga after 5 minutes pa LOL!

Hi Francis,

I just wanna ask kung ano ung mga pinasa nyong documents? I’m in the same situation as you. I work for our family business pero walang ITR, payroll account etc.

I was wondering kung anong ilalagay ko sa Employment Section sa form. I’m thinking of applying as an “Employee” then perhaps I could ask for my parents to provide me COE and leave of absence. I am not sure if that’s allowed, though. Perhaps you could share your experience with me.

Yayyy! Congrats!!! I can relate kasi nauna rin ako na maapprove, morning. Tapos yung nanay ko, gabi pa. haha

I am indian passport holder working in Singapore.

I am applying tourist visa for me, my wife and kid.

Please advise on below queries. 1- do i need to sign up for biometric? 2-is hotel and flight ticket booking required?

3- post submission of all soft copies, do i need to submit hard copies as well?

4- phot requirement- do i need only soft copy or hardcopy as well?

5- What if visa approved, do i need to carry hard copies of all the documents i am uploaded online.

Regards, Parag

Hi Parag, unfortunately, I have no idea about the rules/process for non-Filipino travelers as my knowledge is only based on personal experience.

Hi. this is very very informative and helpful. Thank you very much.

I just have some questions. In the form where the question is about previous travel to Australia. – i clicked on yes (travel was 1986) If the question ” Has this applicant previously applied for a visa to Australia? – i don’t know what to answer – i went there in 1986 with a choir to attend a festival and sing for Filipino community. The school/organization handled everything and I am assuming that the group arranged for visa application as we wouldn’t have been able to go without one). Do i just click on Yes even if i was not the one who actually applied for the visa?

Hi Jenny, di ko alam yung details ng circumstances nung application mo last time, but I think YES pa rin kasi nakapangalan naman yata sayo ung visa.

HELLO! if you get approved when does day 1 of the approved visa usually starts? thanks

Hi Emelie, on the day the visa is released.

Hello, may limitations po on who qualifies as “witness” sa form 54? Thank you :)

Hi ! May I ask kung san ko pwede fill up ang form 956A ? Sabi sa update details ng immiaccount but I don’t seem to find it . Also first page lang ba ng itr form ang dapat I – upload ? Or yung lhat ng pages ng itr ? Thanks for the reply

Hi Sheng, you can find Form 956A here: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/forms/956a.pdf

Usually 1 page lang ung inuupload ko.

Hi, lahat po ng documents na inattached ko hindi ko po na scanned. All was taken from my phone and attached it. Ok lng po kaya yon? Thank you po in advance

If in case the visa application is rejected, pwede pa po bang mag appeal? Do i have an idea where to send the letter if ever?

Hi Smize, di ko alam kung pwede mag-appeal and kung ano process. :(

ASk ko lang po ano ba ang ilalagay ko po na answer dito? Ano po yung nilagay nyo sa application nyo po? Nakaktakot po kase magkamali.

*Does the applicant know the dates of entry for each occasion after first entry to Australia? yes or No? Reason

Then kung group po kami family po of 7, pwedeng ako na lang po magfile using my immi account para sa lahat? click ko lang po new application?

Hi Anne, multiple entry ba ang inaapplyan mo?

My son has been admitted in University of Canberra and my wife and I plan to accompany him to attend the orientation and then tour Australia. For this, I understand that my wife and I will need Visitor Visa. Please advise if I need to mention this in my Visa application. Thanks

Hi, yes, you can. I think it’ll be helpful to mention that as your purpose of travel.

Yes sana but hindi ko pa alam yung next date ng entry after our first entry. If mag yes ako I need to put the reason and date of next entry. Can I just put na lang any date by next year then put sa reason holiday vacation or just clik ‘No” na lang.

If di mo naman talaga alam kung kailan ang next trip mo, I think just be truthful and say no.

By the way, if it’s your first time to apply for an Australian visa, I think it’s safer to apply for a single entry visa especially if you can’t justify needing multiple entries. Unless of course you really need to enter Australia multiple times in one trip.

Pero it’s totally up to you.

Hi Yoshke! Ask ko lang if yung upload mo na scanned passport bio page and scanned passport stamps, did you cropped the white side and uploaded the picture only or did you include the white side (yung white space sa pag scanned)? Salamat po!

Hi Janice, I didn’t crop out the empty spaces dun sa bio page.

Pero dun sa mga stamps/visas, kasi madami, pinagsa-sama-sama ko yung mga kasya sa page para kumonti ang number of pages. Nag-oover kasi sa file size kapag sobrang daming pages.

Hi there! I just want to ask, for the financial status and funding, do I need to show the bank statement details (account debits/credits) or a bank certificate stating the bank balance as of the time of application will suffice? Thank you.

Just want to say thanks for this guidelines. We were granted 12months multiple visa for only 8 business days.

God bless you :)

Yay! Congrats! Enjoy Australia!

Hi Aurora, di ko sure kasi I submitted both. Pero may mga readers na certificate lang pero naapprove naman daw sila. But I think better pa rin to submit both bank certificate AND bank statement.

Thank you. Will submit both na lang.

Good luck with your application!

Thank you. I still have questions :) 1. is it ok to print and scan form 54? and who will sign as witness pala sa form 54? 2. Other than the significant date to be in Oz being asked in page2 I think, may other page pa asking for the planned date of your travel to OZ, can I just leave it blank lang or dapat e-fill out talaga? 3. for my kids’ application, iattach ko lang yung docs namin mag asawa para sa kanila like evidence of financial capacity, etc. They are both minors, aged 15 and 11. Thank you so much.

1. I don’t know. :( I accomplished all my forms digitally.

2. I filled out that part rin.

3. No idea about this because I haven’t tried applying on behalf of a minor yet. :(

Pahabol: :)

6. In the funding source, do I need to attach my husband’s bank cert/statement sa application ko and vice versa? or kanya kanya kami? We have separate bank accounts kasi. 7. Also, yong title deed and other docs? Mostly they are under my husband’s name, but can i also attach them sa application ko? Thank you. I hope masagot mo mga tanong ko as I am lodging my application this week. :)

Clarify ko lang. 1. Yong part sa non-accompanying family member, I should tick NO because our family of 4 will go to Australia if ma grant ng visa, right? 2. For evidence of leave, Is it ok also if I will just show a certification na I have sufficient leave credits and am not restricted to file a leave anytime? di kasi ako naka file pa ng leave. 3. Is UMID or SSS ID considered a National ID? 4. Is it ok not to attach planned activities, itinerary lang? 5. in the last part of the application where you attach docs, may question dun na Group name list and planned activities/itinerary, do I need to attach our family itinerary or just leave it blank? Tama ba na sa ibang grupo yon mag apply at hindi sa family? Thank you.

1. Ikaw ung makakasagot what to answer kasi I don’t know which members of your family will go with you. But like I said in the FAQs section, a “family unit” is defined as a partner (married or de facto) and a dependent child below 23 years old.

2. Yep. That’s what I usually do. I don’t submit evidence of leave, I usually just have it stated sa COE na I don’t need to file a leave.

3. Di ko na matandaan ang part na yan. I think I just ticked NO sa part na yan.

4. What do you mean attach planned activities? Like, booked tours? Di rin ako nagsubmit nyan kasi baka madeny tapos di ko marefund. I just attached an itinerary.

5. I attached the same thing that I attached dun sa Evidence of Tourism Activities. Not sure if tama un, hahaha, but that’s what I did. I just made sure na nakalagay lahat ng names namin dun sa itinerary.

6. If kaya naman ng account mo magstand on its own, parang mas okay na un na lang para hindi maka-confuse? That’s what I would have done. But again, that’s just me.

7. I think pwede naman, pero samahan mo na lang din ng Marriage Certificate para malinaw.

Good day Yoshke,

I am currently applying for a tourist visa online, kaya lang, I find it confusing for the question of “Visa applicant’s current overseas employment”. I am currently employed locally here in Philippines, dapat ko po ba piliin yung “Employed” and provide details of my current employer? Please help to clarify.

Appreciate your help and time to post this blog, very informative!

Employed. “Overseas” is from their point of view. Centralized kasi ang online application so POV is from Australia. Tayo yung overseas sa kanila. :)

I need ur phone number please

I got it now Yoshke, however i have another question though, where can I attached such documents like Birth Certificate, NBI clearance and Valid IDs(PRC, TIN, SSS, Driver’s License)?

Thank you! :)

What for? The birth cert, I used as part of proof of family composition. But what do you need the other IDs for?

Hello I have applied subclass visa 600 for Australia online. In the edditional requirements they ask me to give biometrics. So I need any appointment for biometrics before I go to embassy or just can go without any appointment? Please answer

Hi! You’re so nice to help our fellow kababayans to travel here in AU. I’m currently in Melbourne, it’s my second time here on a tourist visa. If you guys need help, just let me know. I would love to help our fellow kababayans.

Thanks, Dugs! :)

I’m in the process of completing all my docs that need to submit for australian visa super helpful tlga toh..May question I have 2 old passport issued and expired both of them may mga travel stamps do I need to scan end both of them or Yung the last 5 yrs lng ng travel I just recently renewed ksi ung passport ko last month as well s family composition do I still need to input if deceased n ung isa member ng family? Looking forward for your help

Hi Abby, nung first time ko, I scanned all pages na may stamps kasi konti pa lang napuntahan ko that time. Yung 2nd and 3rd times ko, I just scanned yung may visas, di ko na sinama ang mga stamps, kasi if isama ko pa un, nag-oover na sa file size. Di naman ako nagkaproblem.

Ung sa family composition ko, nilagay ko pa rin ung deceased family members. Inindicate ko lang na deceased.

Thanks for answering, By the way my friend is also be joining to this trip with his minor son 2yrs old anu ung additional docs n need nya isubmit ok n b ung PSa nya and birth cert bung bata and she is a single mom.

Hi. Did you use the same Immi Account for your second and third visa applications? Or you created a new one? Thanks a lot.

Same Immi account. :)

But I created new applications using that same Immi account.

HI Sir! thanks for your super helpful post on this. Question lang Im applying for family group.. im already done with the individual applications.. how do I send this? individual din ang pag submit ng application? How about payment will I be made to pay for the group , or individual payment din? thanks so much! Godbless you!

Hi! Hope you can help me~ My family will be applying for a visa and medyo confused lang ako dun sa Form 54 part. Do all of us need to accomplish that or kahit isa lang?

Hi Arianne, ang alam ko individually sya dapat i-accomplish. Ganun ung ginawa ko. Isang form saken, isang form sa nanay ko.

UPDATE: Our visa applications were granted! :) Thank you so much for your help, laking assistance talaga ng site nato. :)

Yehey! Congrats, Arianne! Did you submit Form 54 individually?

Super late reply but yeah, I submitted that form individually. :)

I saw a post kasi na if family, kahit one member lang then meron nga na individual daw. But since I trust you, sige sundin ko advice mo. Thanks! :)

Ask ko lang po if yung Form 54 is required po ba talaga syang ipasa specially for single na mga applicants? If yes po, print ko na lang po ba then hand written? Sorry to bother po, am just confused.

Thanks again..

Di ko tanda if required ba sya talaga, basta sinubmit ko na lang sya kasi madali lang naman syang i-fill out.

Accomplish mo using Acrobat Reader and add signature using Acrobat Reader.

Hi there! Ask ko lang if instead of scanning the docs, ok lang ba na mag take na lng ako photos sa mga docs? And also, kasi family ang iapply ko, individual ba ang pag attach sa doc? bale one file per person per document? Thank you.

hi yoshke! just want to ask if my mga questions ba na tinanong yung mga immigration officers dun sa Australia or just present your visa?

Depende po, in my case sa Sydney, no questions asked, just a nod from immig officer when i say “good morning”. No need to show copy of your Evisa since pag scan nila ng passport mo lalabas ung copy ng visa mo sa computer screen nila. Sometimes wala ka pa sa harap ng officer lumalabas na sa computer screen nila ung passport at visa details mo through facial recognition technology nila.

Hi May, based on my experience, sa Darwin, no questions.

Sa Brisbane, they just asked how long yung stay ko and sino kasama. Then okay na. But sa customs, dun ako natanong ng kung anu-ano. Dun ako sa “nothing to declare” na exit kasi wala naman talaga ako ide-declare. Yung mga questions were kung smoker ako, sino kasama ko, ilang days ako, may dala ba akong food, etc. I went through a thorough customs inspection pero wala namang naging problem kasi wala naman talaga akong dalang bawal.

Sa Melbourne, in-ask lang ako how long yung trip and sino kasama tapos okay na.

Grabe nmn pala experience mo sa Brisbane. Anyways, sa Melbourne kmi punta this coming august. And your blog really helps! Thanks again!

Thanks din! :)

Hi! Thanks for this very helpful post.

What if you are planning to stay at a friend’s house, should the itinerary reflects it? Or any chances you’ll be asked for confirmed hotel booking for example on the immigration (both Ph and Au)?

Hello! Your blog post was my bible during my application for a tourist visa, and it was a big help talaga! I was granted a multiple entry for one year — on my first try! Big thanks to your blog! :)

Hi Miss Jane,

Gano katagal ang naging processing time niyo? Thank you

Hello Leo, sorry sa late reply. 16 working days/11 working days :)

Sorry 16 calendar days, 11 working days :)

Yay!!! Congrats! :D

Hi Yoshke. About bank statement for our tourist visa. I just opened my new account last April this year. Reason of my new account is because of the lost ATM so I needed to block and close the old one. When I requested a bank cert, the months indicated is from April this year up to current. Hindi ba ako ma question nun kasi new account lang or pwede kaya request ko din yung bank statement nung old kahit close na? Pls help

Ay, di ko alam ano dapat gawin pag ganitong case. Siguro kung ako nasa shoes mo, kuha na lang ako ng cert ng luma tapos ng bago tapos explain ko sa letter what happened. Di ko alam if tamang advice yan ha, haha, pero that’s what I would do.

Hi! Flight na kase sa July 10, pero hindi pa din granted visa ko. Based sa Immiaccount, “Received” pa din ang status for 10 days na. Ano po kayang pwedeng gawin? Im thinking email ko sila, and call yung AU embassy, or maybe punta ako directly sa embassy?

Anyone having the same experience na matagal? Thanks!

Hello Leo, sa mga nababasa ko, pag nasa window pa sya nung posted processing time (16 to 26 days nung application ko), wala ka talagang magagawa but to wait. I hope umabot ka!

Ask ko lang if first time applicants are required to do the Biometrics. If yes, gagawin po ba sya during application or after ng grant. Wala kasing nakalagay na instruction to do it sa received notice sa email ko. Yung friend ko kasi in SG ay nirequire to process it.

Hi Smize, di ko alam ung process pag nirequire ka to submit biometrics, pero all of my friends and my mom na ako nag-ayos nung application nila, di naman required na magsubmit ng biometrics.

Filipino citizen applying Oz visa in the Philippines do not require biometrics. Filipinos applying Oz visa in other countries are required to submit their biometrics as part of visa application. Like me I applied visa in Saudi, biometric is required.

I have an original birth certificate but I requested it 2 years ago pa. Will it be okay? I think for other visas kasi they want it issued within a year.

Hi LT, yung saken, more than 2 years old na rin ung birth certificate na sinubmit ko. I think okay lang naman. :)

Thank you for replying to my various questions :) Last few questions na lang:

1.Is it ok to attach a printed and scanned copy of the form 54? 2.For my kids’ application (ages 15 and 11) ang docs na iattach ko for them ay same docs namin mag asawa? like sa funding source, etc. Thank you so much talaga. God Bless!

Nabasa ko itong content na ito sa FAQ mo;

DOES AUSTRALIAN IMMIGRATION STILL STAMP PASSPORTS? CAN I REQUEST FOR AN ENTRY STAMP? By default, Australia no longer stamps passports. BUT you can request for it and they will give your passport a precious stamp. All you need to do is ask.

Just want to ask, sino at paano ko sila makokontak to ask for a visa stamp sa passport ko? I called VFS Manila for Australia and they said na Australia no longer give visa stamps to any category. I just want to make sure and see if it still possible to have my passport get stamp. Thank you and more power!

That’s based on the accounts of some of our followers.

I recently tried asking for a stamp when I entered Australia recently and they said that it’s not possible to get a stamp. I’ll update that part of FAQs. :)

Thank you for your prompt response. i think I’ll keep a copy of my e-Visa during my travel.

Thank you again!

Hello, sa pag input ng first name, need ba na ang ilagay dun is yung first name mo lang or included rin ba yung middle name? Kasi sa passport mag ka combine ang first name at middle name. Not sure if kailangan na same ang nakasulat sa passport at dito sa application. Thank you

Hi ask ko lang po kung okay lang kahit mag apply ng visa kahit first time ko mag travel. Nakalagay po kasi na required po siya.

Thank you sir! This was really a big help. We followed step by step. My parents got their visa in just 3 days. For update purposes, the visa fee is now 145 AUD.

Thank you God bless!

Thanks for sharing! We’ll update the post. :)

Hello. I was also appling for tourist eVisa by this Home affairs online directly. I filled all the froms and attached some important documets (11 documents) which I`ve recieved from my University, which is neccessary for my mandatory program at UQ. But when I wanted to click NEXT Page and submit it, It`s saying like In addition, it`s showing like I have no idea, what they need again. Do you think that it`s ok just ignore that add as they said WE RECCOMEND and just click next? Please help! I`m looking forward for you response. Thank You

Hi R. Kat, to be honest, I don’t know what to advise you regarding this. Did you figure out what document is missing?

I don`tknow where did my comment`s half goes. I`m going to fix it below. it`s saying that ” not all required evidence has been provided. The Department strongly reccomends all documents be provided before submitting.” and they are asking the reason why evidence cannot be proven at this time” I don`t know what to attach as I attached all docs that I have.

Hi! My family and I are planning to visit Oz this September and nagaasikaso na ko as early as now I’ve read sa application form na may part asking if you have relatives/friends in Australia. I know I have pero distant relatives na (like my mom’s aunts and cousins na) and hindi narin naman masyado nagcocontact with them. My purpose is solely for family vacation lang and I’m not planning to visit them. Question is, do you think I still need to declare na may relatives ako living there or No nalang isasagot ko sa options (just to make my application less complicated)? Ano kaya effect non on my application? I’m thinking kasi baka i-declare ko No tapos they’ll do background check and find out. Baka isipin pa nagsisinungaling ako. Lol! Self-funded naman ang travel namin and we can prove na frequent traveller kami. If you have idea sa ganitong case, would appreciate if you could share. Many thanks!

Hi Engr. K!

*Are you referring to Page 9 of the Application Form?*

If so, I would answer NO to it.

I checked my screenshots and it was worded like this, “Will the applicant VISIT any relatives, friends or contacts while in Australia?”

If we’re talking about the same thing: It doesn’t ask whether or not you have relatives; It’s asking if you will visit them.

So if I won’t be visiting them, I’ll choose NO.

Hi, May I ask if as of date, it still does not need any personal appearance to the embassy in Manila? Thank you so much for the help.

Hi, please ignore previous message. Please kindly answer the following questions instead:

In the question, “Does the applicant have family members of their family unit not travelling to Australia who are not Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents?”, since all of my family members (Parents, sis and bro) will be going, should I answer No?

Thanks for your assistance.

If you’re single, have no children, and your parents will be going with you, answer NO. At least that’s how I understood it.

Thank you so much. Would there be a need to undergo health examination when I answered No on the question, “Has this applicant undertaken a health examination for an Australian visa in the last 12 months?”

Hi Yang, not necessarily. I always answer NO to that but I’ve never been asked to undergo a health exam.

Hi Yoshke, Thank you so much for the help. Me and my family were granted our tourist Visas in just five days. My parents were granted multiple entry while me and my siblings were granted single entry. Still very very grateful.

God bless and more power!.

Congrats! Where in Australia are you going? :)

Aside from the question above, where can I find the uploading of supporting documents in the website? Thank you. :)

Hello, I am planning to go to Australia with friends. I am currently employed and I am not confident sa documents ko relating sa bank statements na need isubmit. Is it okay if magpaFund ako through my Mother who owns a business dito sa Pinas and very good ang standing sa bank statements? Would it make a sense if isali ko sa pag upload financial documents ng mom ko and make a letter that she will fund my Australia travel? Kindly advise.

Hi Drey. Di ko po alam. :(

Hello! This is a good read! I have two questions though. :)

1. Will visit Au on July next year to attend Hillsong conference. When’s best to lodge a visa application?

2. Also, I will purchase in advance the conference ticket because there is a promo (hehe) and I can attach it to my application. But with regards to travel history, I’ve never been to any country. This would be my first out of the country trip if ever. But I can show my financial capacity naman thru bank statements. You think I can still get approved? Thank you and more powers!!

1. Safest is 2 months before the travel date.

2. I think may chance naman. Just make up for your lack of travel history with the other requirements.

Sorry po dami ko pong tanong..

1. Ask ko lng po kng ng VSF po kyo o ng fill out lng po kyo online at hnd po kyo ngVSF?

2. Ngbiometrics rin po b kyo?

3. Dlwa po kmi ng husband ko mgaapply for visa, need po b dlwang immi acct?

4. Ung AUD 145 n fee per person po b un or per application.. kng isang immi acct po kmi ni husband AUD 145 po b bbyaran po b nmin or AUD 290?

Thanks in advance po

1. Online lang po ako nag-apply. Di nag-VFS.

2. Hindi po.

3. See FAQ #8.

4. Per person.

MAY BAYAD BA APPLICATION

Yep. Nasa post po ung fee.

Thanks po ma’am yoshke

Lalaki po ako, LOL.

Hi Required po ba mg fill up ng form 54 Family composition if applying first time for AU Visa?

Hi there. I’m trying to get my mom a tourist visa pero not sure if i should make her get an NBI clearance pa? She wasn’t asked to attached any Evidence of Character pero just wondering if you had to present this sa airport pa when you came in AU? Like will the immigration sa airport ask for this pa? Thank you in advance :)

Hi SharahLee, me, my mom or my friends were never asked for an NBI Clearance when we applied for a visa and when we faced the Immigration officer on either side.

Hi Yorkshie!

Just wanna say your blog was really helpful to me and I used this solely as my guide. I was granted with a toursit visa (tho 3 months single entry but at least APPROVED!) just within 3 working days kasi I submitted it nung Saturday lang. THANK YOU SO MUCH! I’ll re apply nlng ulit once nag expire hoping to get a multiple entry.

hello po ask ko. lang po s huli need ko po sgutan why i did not submit all may documents.. may hindi po ba ako nailagay? nun check ko po uli. wala nmn po naka*.. salamat po

Hi Aly! Yehey! Congrats at na-approve! Have a great stay in Oz!

Yep, apply ka na lang ulit. Baka mas malaki na ung chance na mag-multiple. :D

Your blog is super helpful. I read this and the comments and used it as my guide in lodging my application and it was granted. Praise God! Thanks also to those who have commented and raised the same questions as I have. I just need to read through. Thank you so much! God bless! :)

Congrats! Enjoy Australia! Where in Oz are you headed?

Hello I need some help to apply for a tourist visa. I was denied from the previous application can you please help me apply again

I was denied twice many years ago . Re apply last July 17 received grant notification July 26. Just review anong naging kulang sa previous application mo.. Docs I submitted Passport photo,current passsport biopage,scanned of my expired and current passport with stamped pages, bank statement and certificate.COE,payslip.,I n my case my boyfriend is funding the whole trip so I attached copy of his passport, bank,statement,his house deed and invitation letter and our photos together. I also attached our old cruise itinerary.

Hi. I’m already halfway through my application then I stumbled upon your guide. I read that I will be needing a Form 54 (Family Composition) file but I can’t find the said document.

Also, need po ba na lagyan din ng signature ang “Witness”? If yes, sino po ang magssign doon? Thank you in advance.

Hi Neii, I don’t know for sure, I just referred to this site: legalvision.com.au/who-can-witness-your-signature/

I ended up having my colleague sign it because he was the only person in the room when I signed it. Hahaha

Hi. Thank you for your response. Regarding naman po sa Form 1229, sino po dapat ang magffill up nun? Both parents or the non-accompanying parent lang po? Thank you po ulit.

Hi po! I am married na po. Pwede ko ba gamitin properties na nakapangalan sa husband ko? We have a car and house and lot po. But I don’t it’s all under his name. If allowed ako gmitin un, anung documents po ang needed?

Hi Leii, naku, di ko po alam if pwede or if okay un. :(

Hi Neii, di ko pa natry magfill out ng Form 1229. Pero I checked and how I understood it, parang need na both parents unless may solo custody yung isang parent lang.

Hello.. ask ko lang, how many form 54 (family composition) do we need to submit? Kasi we are travelling as a group.. bale 5 kami sa family (all adults).. Dapat ba for each person may sari-sariling form 54? Thank you

hello maam. PLEASE HELP ME PO. ANO PONG ILALAGAY SA Exceptional reasons for extended stay (over 12 months). E HINDI NAMAN PO AKO MAG SSTAY NG MORE THAN 12 MONTHS DUN?.. KAPAG WALANG NILAGAY, AYAW PO MAPUNTA SA PAYMENT.. THANKS PO MAAM SANA MA HELP MOKO :(

Hi Ana, yung ginawa ko, one form per person kasi individual naman ung submission.

Hello yoshke, if my application has been approved they possibly to call me as soon as possible and prepare what i need? thanks po.

You’ll be notified by email and via the Immi inbox.

Hello yoshke ask ko lang po saan ko po ba malalaman yung TRN?

Thank you again Yoshke

Ma’am ASK ko lang mag babayad po ba after mag fill up ng application sa online thanks po

Hello po, I badly need your help on how to apply for visa online. Under the travel history section, may question don about “have you been refused a visa or cancelled by Australia or any other countries “?

Should I indicate their that my ya tourist visa this year was refused?

Also under the employment section, should I put my employer’s email address? Or sakin po ba email?

I’m really hoping for your response. Thank you very much and god bless!

Yes, declare mo,I was denied twice many years ago at sinabi ko on my recent applicationI got my Visa granted. Be honest lang sa mga questions nila.

Declare nyo na lang po yung totoo kasi you’re expected to answer the form truthfully.

Email address ng employer ung sa Employment page.

I basically went through most of the comments. I loved how helpful you are with the inquiries. I just lodged my application today and here goes nothing for the long wait. The detailed explanation you have really helped me out with my online application, since it is my first time to lodge an online application for Australian Visa, 2 of them were through travel agencies. Wish me luck!

Good luck! Let us know what happens! :)

Hi Yoshke! Your blog is really helpful. Our visa is granted in just 4 working days. 1 year multiple entry for me and my husband, single entry for the kids. Dami ko pa naman tanong sa iyo the other week. hehe. For family applications re Form 54, I filled out the form for each of us and had it signed including my kids who are both minor. For the funding source sa kids’ application, I attached my husband’s and my bank statements, payslips, COE and title deed, etc. Yon ang ginawa ko. I also declared that I have contact in OZ and we will be visiting my sister though the trip is self-funded and not sponsored. Thank again

Thanks again. May God bless you more!

hi I have inquiry po regarding visa application for minors, do you also submitted Form 956 (Appointment of a registered migration agent, legal practitioner or exempt person)?

Yay thanks for sharing your experience, Aurora! For sure maraming matutulungan ito na nasa similar case! :D

San kayo sa Australia punta?

We are headed for Sydney hopefully by December. Want to spend Christmas and New Year there. God willing! Thank you again.

hi, your blog is helpful,:) 1.ask ko lang kasi ung mga attached documents ko are combination ng .pdf atn.doc,ok lang ba un? 2. sa form 54, encrypted ung file na na download ko kya convert ko to .doc ok lang ba yun in your opinion? 3.nakabili na kmi ng flight ticket, wld you advise na i attach na din for better na chances na maapprove agad or wag na lang? SALAMAT :)

1. Convert mo na lang din ung doc file to pdf. Madali lang naman yun. Export as PDF mo lang from Word. Nung time na nag-apply ako, hindi accepted ang .doc na files.

2. Ay di ko alam ‘to. Panong encrypted?

3. I-attach mo na lang din ung ticket since meron ka naman na.

Hello po…i have been to Australia last 2010..sponsored po ng company for a 1 week training. I’d like to apply for a tourist visa however im currently employed as a freelancer/homebased job. Will I be required to submit a COE?

hello…im working as a freelancer/homebased po…will I need to show COE to get approved for a tourist visa?

If you can get one from your clients, it can help.

hello, okay lang po ba na I printed the form 54 as well as the form 965? im not that good in using the technology to fill out the form so I just did the old school which is to print the form and fill out manually using pen then scan them. Has anyone tried it also?

ANother question is: how many documents did you attach all in all? mine is like around 46 pages lang of documents (all in na).

Late advise but I did it old school for my family’s application and naapprove naman yung amin. :)

Hi Yeng, I haven’t tried po printing it out and then filling it out old school. Pero baka ung iba naming readers naka-try. Sana may sumagot na iba. :)

hello po question lang ano po yung pwede ko ilagay sa National ID Card po na hinihingi can i use my passport din po ba dito?? Hindi pa naman po kasi implemented and National ID system dito sa ph diba so ano po kaya pwede ko ilagay na ID Card? Thankyou po and ur blog is really really helpful po

Hi Anj, I answered NO nung recent application ko.

Thank you for this super informative blog! Me and my sister got our multiple 1 year visa in just 9 days (submitted july 23, received aug 1). Our older brother is already an Australian citizen, we just add a screenshot of his email invitation and passport in our application and then specified that we will be staying with him but the rest of the expenses will be shouldered by us. I provided a bank statement, payslip, COE, then for my sister, her bank statement, COE, payslip and 2316.

Thanks again for your helpful blog. Cheers!

Congrats, Einah! Thanks for sharing your experience with us! :)

Hello. Required ba mag submit ng birth certificate?

Hi…my sister is in Australia.. myself and my husband likes to visit her for 2 weeks.. we selected visa 600 tourist scheme..below are my doubts. 1. Do we have to submit separate application under same immiaccount or just need to put my name in the ”family accompanying” section? 2. Do we have to pay AUD 290 (AUD 145×2)? 3. Do we need to submit separate documents ? Please do reply..thank u

Yes seperate application for each member. You have to pay for each member.

Bakit kaya mas matagal ang processing if applied through VFS compared sa online application? Sa mga nababasa ko, lahat ng nag apply online got their visa within 8 days, while my friends application through VFS which was submitted last Jul 11 ay wala pang result until now.

Hi Jenina, di ko po sure, pero baka kasi walang middleman pag online? Tapos baka binibigyan din nila ng priority. Wild guess lang po yan. hehe

I am commenting to let you know what a terrific experience my daughter enjoyed reading through your web page.

Hey i have a doubts on..

1.Difference between travel insurance & ovhc?

2. For eg, i mentioned only 10days in mytravel itinerary while applying visa & i am granted 3months stay period visa. Can i stay more period?? Will it be overstay??

Hi. Thank you for the very informative blog. I read many blogs about applying Australian Visa and all uses the ImmiAccount. I am not sure if you could help me, but since last night, every time I try to create an account, “Server Error” always pop out. Finally i was able to get into step 2 of 2 for create account after I used a different email address, however, after clicking continue, “server error” again. Could you help me on this? Thank you so much.

Hi Chris, have you tried using a different browser or computer?

Hi there, Thank you for this very informative Autralian Visa application process.

I have a question though, I’m applying with my wife, do I have to apply for her separately and then will just link it as a group? Because it was mentioned in my applicant that a traveling companion doesn’t necessarily guarantee for a Visa application.

Hi, I’m filling up form 956 since I’ll be receiving my grandmother’s papers for the visa application. I would like to ask if I fall under a NOMINATOR since the choices for Close family Member are limited to spouse, parents, child, brother/sister?

I also found your blog very helpful for this application. Thank you!

Hi Tag, you’re referring to Form 956, not Form 956A (emphasis on A)?

If sa 956A, ang ginawa ko kasi, point of view ng nanay ko since sya naman so ung VISA APPLICANT ang tinick ko.

Hi, i just want to share the good news that our visa application is approved just today. I submitted my 6 years old daughter and my application on 07/30/19 and on he 8th day which is 08/07/19 i got the most awaited email.

Btw, in all forms i filed up i put my middle name right next to my first name because the instruction says you have to write your name as how it’s shown in passport. Ive attached my solo parent ID for my daughter’s application along with the other forms listed. Then sa proof of financial capacity, ive also included my sun life insurance + investment, modified pag-ibig 2 savings, credit card statements, apart from my othe savings account.

Thanks for sharing, Yeng! And congratulations! :)

Hi yoshke, Pwede po pakiexplain sakin about single entry?

Ang nakalagay po kasi sa email grant is

Date of grant: August 7,2019 Must not arrive after : February 2020 Length of stay: 3 months from the date of arrival Travel: Single entry

October 22 to November 2 po ang travel dates naman.

Does it mean po ba 3 months from the date of visa grant which is August 7?

Or is it 3 months before February 2020?

I need your expertise po. Salamat!

in addition with your question your 3 months will only start on the date of your entry to Australia..just make sure you come back on or before 3 months

Oks lang po yung travel dates nyo.

Single entry means you can only use your visa once pero yung stay nyo can be up to 3 months long. Since 12 days lang naman ang trip nyo, pasok naman.

Basta once na lumabas kayo ng Australia, di nyo na magagamit ulit yung visa. Need yo na mag-apply ulit if gusto nyo bumalik.

Hello!! Just want to say thank you kasi our visa was approved today and big help yung blog nyo. 8 days rin yung waiting time namin hehe Maraming salamat ulit! :D God Bless!

Salamat sa pag-share, Emma! Hope you have a wonderful time in Australia!

Hello! By any chance, would you know the required validity of birth certificate? Thank you!

Hi Sienna, I submitted a 7-year old copy of birth certificate, issued in 2012. It’s the same thing I submit every time I applied, including the first time in 2015. Didn’t have any problem.

This blog has been extremely, extremely useful in understanding how to apply for an Australian VIsa directly. Thanks a million to all those who have contributed.

I have 2 queries.

Query #1 We are a family from India travelling to Australia. When i apply for my sons, who are aged 21 and 18 and are students, on the Funding Options page, which of the following 2 options do i choose?

1. Self -funded or 2. Supported by other person

I am asking this query because, all his expenses are met by me. So, do i opt for option #2 and fill my details or choose option #1. If its option #1, i do not have any investments, funding or salary in his name to show to his credit.

Query #2 After filling up all the details and uploading necessary documents, for my children and wife it still says, “Not all required evidence has been provided. The department strongly recommends that all required evidence be provided before submitting to assist in processing the application. Explain why evidence cannot be provided at this time”

I have not uploaded their unused earlier passports. Is it why? But they were never used as they have never traveled abroad. Do i still need to upload blank pages of their earlier passports?

Would be much obliged if any of you can clarify the above 2 queries.

Thanks in advance

1. For your sons, “supported by other person.” Then fill your details.

2. No idea about this. :( Just make sure all fields are filled. If they’re all filled but you still get the same error, it might be a technical issue, in which case, contact them directly.

We are 5 members booking through a single ImmiAccount which is in the name of one of the traveler. In such a case, under the Electronic Communication section, can we mention the email ID of the account holder for all the visa applicants and mention “All correspondence, including notification of the outcome of the application will be sent to the same email ID?

Does this mean that in the section Authorized Recipient, the visa seekers have to authorize the primary account holder??

Please clarify.

Thanks in advance.

Not sure if that’s right, but that’s what I did. In my most recent application, I applied for myself and my mom. Under the Electronic Communication section, I entered just one email address — my email add.

Under Authorized Recipient, I chose “YES, ANOTHER PERSON.” Then on the UPLOADS page, I submitted Form 956A for my mom and assigned myself as the authorized recipient.

Many thanks for the quick revert, Yoshke.

One more quick query, for a visit during Christmas 2019, when’s the ideal time to apply for Visa. Is it ok to apply right away?

As always, thanks ahead.

October should be fine. :)

Got the Visas for my family. Mine came in a record time of 48 hours :-)

Couldn’t have happened without your help.

Take a bow!

Yay! Congrats, Murali! Enjoy Oz!

Gusto ko lang mag THANK YOU sa inyo kasi your blog really helped me a lot for my visa application. I got denied on the first week of June 2019 during my first application, and it really saddened me. Pero di ko matanggap kasi frequent traveler naman ako and my documents are more than complete. So i reapplied online and i created an appeal letter on my second application. But i was not that hopeful na maga-grant yung second application ko, but i was surprised kasi after 10 days I was granted a 1-year multiple visa. Yehey!

Thanks a lot Sir! Continue to be a blessing to everyone. God bless you!

Congrats po! Buti nag-apply ka ulit and di nag-give up! :D

Yes, kasi di ko talaga matanggap at frequent traveler naman ako. Also, i have confirmed airlines tix na so pinush ko talagang mag reapply at gumawa ng 2 pages na appeal letter (todo explain ang lola mo).

Kakauwi ko lang actually yesterday from Sydney, pero nag Melbourne muna kami. Sobrang highlight ng trip namin is yung first snow experience naming lahat ng mga kasama ko sa Mt. Buller! Extreme happiness.

Thank you talaga Sir, magastos man tung trip pero sooooo worth it!

Hi, where do I attach or upload the roundtrip flight and hotel booking? thank you so much

Hi Yoshke, laking tulong ng blog mo. Ngee joy din ako magbasa sa mga comments and queries. 1st time ko din mag apply for AU visa, waiting nalang po kami sa result,hoping sa positive result I’ve been to Singapore, Hk, Macau and recently Japan last June. May worry lang diko nalagay yung Approved Leave ko This will affect my application po ba? But I submitted COE,PAYSLIP,ITR,and COMPANY ID.

Hi Nathalie, if strong naman yung other documents, pwede nila ma-overlook yun. :)

Good luck! Balitaan mo kami!

Hi, do i need to apply separately for my 1 year old daughter? Do i created a group visa for us. At yung form 956, san ko po iforward if ever?

If I remember correctly, under Evidence of Tourism Activities.

Hi! Do I need to attach my Identification card, UMID ID & Birth Certificate? On what category should I attach it? Thanks!

I submitted only my birth certificate and uploaded it under Evidence of family composition

Hi. Can I skip the letter of invitation attachment and family composition something? Is the birth certificate required? Thanks in advance!

Hello. Our passport will be expiring soon (august 2020). We will be applying for the visa on January for our trip on april to first week of may. Should I renew first our passport or I’ll apply first for the visa then i’ll renew my passport? *I want kasi nasa isang passport yung mga visa eh hahaha*

will be visiting melbourne and sydney for 10 days. How much money should i have in my bank account? or how much minimum budget per day?

is the australian visa multiple entry or depends? *is there other process or requirements if i’ll be applying for multiple?

Thanks for sharing nice information with us. Hope we will get more updates next time about Australian Immigration process.

Hi, I am in Japan and after I lodged my application I received an email saying I need to provide my biometrics. i applied for Business visa subclass 600 and my planned trip is for about 7 days. Japan does not have biometric collection center. What do I do.

Also, the processing time until yesterday was 10-16 days but today it changed to 13-17 days. Why is that so, is it because of my application of is it because of a global average effect.

No idea about biometrics. :( I’ve never been asked to submit it. Have you asked the embassy/Immigration directly on what to do?

Yes, the processing time changes frequently

My friend and I plan to visit Australia soon. We booked our flight tickets together so pareho ng name namin makikita sa Flight Itinerary. Should I upload it pa ba? Also should we apply as a group kahit 2 lang kami? or should we apply seperately na lang?

Hi Pat, if I were you, I’d submit the flight itinerary na lang din and apply as group, to paint a clearer, more convincing picture.

Kami ng nanay ko, 2 lang din kami when I applied, pero nag-apply as group kami.

Ano po dapat ilagay under “Does the applicant know the dates of entry for each occasion after first entry to Australia?” Yes or no? – give reason. Nakakatakot po magkamali.

If no, dapat lagay ko na lang ba not applicable as reason?

If NO, pwede bang malaman bakit di mo pa alam yung dates?

Mas okay kasi if concrete na talaga ang mga plano and alam mo na talaga ung mga dates.

Thank you so much for your insights. I got my multiple entries for 1 year after 9 business days. In my case – I did not attach any bank certificate because the BDO branch is far from me so I just attached the screenshot of my saving accounts. I also attached a deed of absolute sale and the title as I am still in the process of transferring the property under my name, a screenshot of my car loan and a scanned copy of an id picture I took 2 years ago(same id picture sa japan visa ko). Tamad ako to prepare all the docs and I thought hindi ako maaapprove dahil hindi ako masyadong nagcomply sa hinihingi but I am still granted visa. Frequent traveler ako within the last 2 years I traveled to Japan 7 times, HK 3 times, Taiwan 3 times and US kaya siguro approved ung application maski hindi ako masyadong nag effort sa documents.

Thanks for sharing!

Nakita ko some people have asked this na pero just wanted to clarify:

RE: Non-accompanying members of the family unit – Does the applicant have any members of their family unit not travelling to Australia who are not Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents?

I’m applying for a tourist visa for my family of 4 (including my child, father, brother). My 11yo child is considered a family unit but since he’ll be travelling with me, then I can answer NO, tama po ba pagka-intindi ko?

If you’re not married, tama po.

If you’re married and maiiwan ang spouse, then you need to declare YES.

Hi I graduated from uni last month wherein I included it sa cover letter ko. Should I attach my diploma as proof? and if yes, under what category should i attach it?

Paano po yung payment if as a group of three? Pwede po ba separate payments per person?

Yung sa experience ko po, separate payment.

I Want Australia e-visa process with my family. kindly help me.

Hi Yoshke. Thank you sa informative post! Planning to travel this Christmas Break.

Tanong ko lang ano kaya ang pwedeng alternative sa approved leave requirement. Hindi kasi ako magfile ng leave dahil Christmas Break naman ang travel dates namin at wala kaming pasok. Pwede kaya ang letter of explanation?

Thank you for all the information. Should I pay for the Visa Fee before or after the Visa is Granted?

After the submission of the application. They will not process your application if you haven’t paid.

Hi Hannah, yes, you can write a cover letter and explain. :)

Hi good day! I just want to ask if you have an idea on what to write on section 40 of the application form saying “Give details of how you will maintain yourself financially while you are in Australia.” Hope to get some tips from you on this matter. Thank you.

Hi Jay, I usually write something like this.

“I will be bringing XXXX Australian dollars in cash. In addition, I will also have with me the following: 2 credit cards for other purchases and 1 ATM card to withdraw from my bank account.”

Hi. How many months valid ang Bank certificate and Bank Statement? Plan nami June magtravel sa Aus, when iss the best time to apply visa? Thanks!

I have been granted a multiple-entry tourist visa. However, I changed work after receiving the results (employed to self-employed). Is that okay or do I need to inform the immigration about it?

Why i cant proceed or error on Conference telephone number (no spaces need).

+63 1 9008 5946 then i tried these following format

63190085946 complete 6390085946 without area code 0190085946 without country code

still all are wrong.

Please can you help me on this.

Thanks Glenn

Hello ! I would like to know if it’s possible to like travel from Australia to New Zealand directly? I mean for example, you’re granted an Australian & New Zealand tourist visa , can we go to NZ after the Australia visit? Thank you in advance …

You would need a separate visa for New Zealand.

And if you get a New Zealand visa, if your flight back to your origin will make a connection in Australia and you would need to clear Immigration again, make sure you have multiple entry Australian visa.

Your blog is so informative and helpful! Just received my visa. Thank you! :)

Congrats! Have a blast in Oz!

Hi May I know po if getting a CTC for passport was really necessary or not? Thank you po in advance for answering

What’s a CTC?

Hi. I recently lodged our australian visa application last September 24, 2019. We applied as a group. Our flight is on October 19, 2019. Until now, the status of our application says “Received”. Do group applications take longer than single applications? I know it’s still within the 20-25 days processing time. I’m just not sure if they are aware of our departure date. Should I contact the embassy? What is your advice? Thank you

We’re in the same situation as yours. We submitted our application last September 19 as a family. Two from our group already got their visas but the remaining 4 are still in ‘Received’ status. It will be out of the estimated processing time tomorrow so I’m planning to call the embassy on October 15. Please let me know how your application goes. Our flight is on the 29th. Thanks!

Hi Miss Jane! Did you receive your visa already? How was it po? I’m also waiting…2 weeks na and still “received”. Praying for the soonest approval :)

I really don’t know what to advise you.

But if you’re really worried, then go ahead and contact the embassy.

Hi There, I am applying for my filipina girlfriend a one year tourist visa toaustralia, I have already applied and i realise now 3 months would of been easier, however she has already passed the medical. Should i attach western union receipts to show i have been sending money to her? She has a job but its not well paid, im just not sure if its good to show I have been sending her money,implying she cant support herself. (even though I have said i will meet all her costs)

Often, for Filipino applicants, the applicant should be able to show she can support herself even though the trip is sponsored by someone else. But my experience is limited to short stays only and I don’t know how strict or lenient Australia is these days.

Hi good day!

I was given a tourist visa and will be staying from Jan. 2-7, 2020. Just to make things clear, do I need to take medical examinations? Thanks.

Hi Gilmore, it’s impossible for me to know that because it depends on your case. You’ll be told in your Immiaccount if you need health exams.

Normally, for Pinoy short-term tourists, no need for it. Normally. But I don’t know if there are any changes recently.

Medyo confuse lang ako sa page 6 ng online application, I currently work and live here in China. Which country of residence and residential address ang dapat kong ilagay? Philippines or China po? Looking forward to your response.

Hi, Joy! In my opinion, China po ang ilalagay mo since diyan ka na nagwowork at diyan ka na rin nakatira. Gawa ka na lang ng Cover Letter to support your answer.

Naku, di ko po alam. :(

Hi Yosh i’ll be applying ulit for an AU visa.. nag apply na kc ako dati pero denied. May part kc sa application na “ Has this applicant previously travelled to Australia or previously applied for a visa?” Yes po ba ang isasagot ko? and need ko ba ipakita yung denied visa grant? Also, naka de facto yung sa application ko dati and sponsored, makaka affect ba if single ang ilalagay ko sa bago at self-funded na?

sa first question mo, di ko na matandaan yung part na yan but if ganyan yung wording niya, I think dapat yes ang sagot.

Regarding your second question, when you said nag-apply ka na dati, gaano na katagal yun?

3yrs ago na since nag apply ako.

I think pwede naman na magbago kung 3 years na. Ang panget ay kapag last month lang tapos nagbago ung status.

Pero ang reco ko parati ay kung ano ung totoo, yun ang ilagay.

Hi Sir! Your blog has been really helpful. Thank you!

Quick question though. We submitted our application last Sept 24, and we’re suppose to fly out next week (29th). But we still don’t have our Visa. However Our New Zealand visa was just granted yesterday. Would you say it would be safe to upload it as an additional document pending resolution of our application? Even if we weren’t asked to upload additional documents. Would it also help speed up the process?

Hi Carlos, unfortunately, I don’t know if it would help speeding up the process. It looks like they’re taking a lot of time lately to process. Website says processing time now is 26 days, but there are some who have been waiting for over a month already (like you).

Maybe it’s best to contact them and follow up? (I haven’t tried doing it though)

Hi! Anyone here experiencing major delay in visa issuance? I applied last Sept 25 but until now wala pa rin visa. Interestingly my friend applied last October 1 lang and after 10 days nakuha na niya yung visa niya. Seems to me may problem system nila. Hopefully mabigay yung visa before my flight which is already in 5 days na! hay

Hi Miguel, nakuha mo na visa mo? I have the same worry. I submitted A group application last oct.2 for our nov.16 trip.and i thought applying 1.5 months before travel date is too early. I hope you will get yours on time and sana ma-grant na din yung sa amin.

Hi Miguel, based on the messages we receive from our readers the past 2 months, medyo madami nga yung natatagalan ung release nung result.

I’m here to thank you for this amazing and well-detailed blog. Thanks also to the ones who commented. I must stress that you guys really did help me a lot for my visa application. Ilang gabi din akong puyat before I lodged my application. So what I did po, I wrote down everything na nabasa ko dito na alam kong makakatulong sa application ko. I resigned from my job of 12 years in March this year and some people told me that it would be impossible for my visa to be granted kasi unemployed ako. THEY’RE WRONG!!!

Before I created an account sa ImmiAccount, I initially went to the most popular Travel Agency dito sa Province namin and the guy I’ve spoken with asked me kung may kakilala daw ba akong Business Owner that could provide a fake Certificate of Employment kasi malabo daw na ma-grant visa ko dahil unemployed ako. Para sa akin, madali lang naman mag-provide ng COE kasi marami naman akong kakilala na Business Owner. But, after reading some travel blogs, I was convinced to apply a Visitor Visa kahit na wala akong trabaho. I’ve just written po a very detailed Cover Letter, I’ve stated there the reasons kung bakit ako nag-resign sa trabaho ko at kung ano ang gagawin ko sa Australia. Bale, I’ve attached 53 documents po, everything was converted po sa PDF file which I did it online. Kung marami kayong documents na i-a-attach, you can just combine them para isang attachment na lang. I advise you to purchase Adobe Acrobat DC, it’s very convenient po at marami kang pwedeng gawin with it, it only had cost me Php1,246 per month. The subscription will automatically be renewed the following month, so you need po to unsubscribe or cancel your subscription before it expires kung wala na kayong paggagamitan. It’s expensive but it’s worth it po. Please also note that the maximum is 60 attachments only kaya kelangan niyo pong mag-combine ng mga documents, which you can do it with the help of Adobe Acrobat DC. With regards with the photos naman, you can use Photo Collage Applications online. And also, just in case na wala kayong scanner, you can download CamScanner application from Play Store and just use your phone to take photos of your documents. Trust me, that app is very helpful.

Sponsored po ako ng bf ko, so I had to prove our relationship by attaching the following documents:

From my Boyfriend: 1. Statutory Declaration 2. Invitation Letter (He stated in his Invitation Letter when and how we met and that he’s supporting me financially as I resigned from my full time job in March.) 3. Business Transaction Account 4. Personal Bank Statement/Bank Certificate 5. Photocopy of Passport and Driver Licence 6. Constitution of his Business 7. Photocopy of his latest Business Insurance Payment 8. Lease Agreement

All of the above documents po were signed and certified by the Justice of Peace.

On my part, I’ve attached these documents: 1. Well-detailed Cover Letter (Signed and Scanned) 2. Expired and Current Passport Bio Pages (I scanned them, got them notarized, tapos I scanned them again after.) 3. Stamped Pages of my Expired and Current Passport (I’m a frequent traveller, so I’ve combined all the scanned pages with the help of Adobe Acrobat DC para maging isang attachment na lang. 1 attachment for the Expired Passport Stamped Pages and 1 attachment for my Current Passport Stamped Pages.) 4. Visa Documentation (Scanned). The Visa that was issued by China Embassy. 5. Hong Kong Landing Slips (Scanned). Yes, I also attached them doon sa Evidence of the applicant’s previous travels – Other. 6. Latest NBI Clearance (Scanned). 7. Passport Sized Photo with Printed Name and Signature at the back (Scanned front and Back) 8. Bank Statement (Previous 6 months) and Bank Certificate (Both were scanned) 9. Credit Card Statement (I took a screenshot of my latest credit card statement online kasi by the time na nag-apply ako ng Visitor Visa for Australia, hindi pa ipinapadala ‘yong Credit Card Statement (through mail) as I changed my registered address.) 10. Clear Photo of my Credit Card (Front only) 11. Certificate of Employment from my Previous Employer (Scanned only). The reason why I attached it to my application was, for me to prove that I was employed for 12 years. 12. Latest Income Tax Return from my Previous Employer (Clear Photo) 13. PSA Birth Certificates of myself, my mom and dad, and my son (Scanned) 14. PSA Marriage Certificate (Scanned). I’m married but separated for 10 years. I’ve stated that in my Cover Letter, too, with an Affidavit from the Attorney. 15. Photos (Photos of me and my son together, and Family Photos (Me, my mom and dad, and my son). I made a collage and combined them into 1 attachment. 16. Family Composition (I downloaded the form and filled it up thoroughly. Signed by me and my mom, as my witness.) 17. Affidavit of Consent from the Attorney which states that my mom and dad will be one to take care of my son while I’m on holiday. It was signed by mom and dad. 18. ID cards and Barangay Clearance of my mom and dad (Scanned) 19. Proof of Remittances (Scanned). These were the receipts from Western Union, to show that my boyfriend is supporting me financially. 20. Photos of me doing Community Service (In Photo Collage) 21. Detailed Travel Itinerary (Converted to PDF file) 22. Proof of my relationship to my Sponsor. I’ve attached the following: 22.a Screenshots of our Viber Video Calls 22.b Screenshots of our Viber Messages 22.c Screenshots of Call Logs. This is not necessary but I attached it to my application only to show the duration and how often we both call each other. 22.d Photos of us together on our Holidays 22.e Our Flight Tickets, Boarding Passes and Hotel Accommodation 22.f Photos of my boyfriend with my Family 23. Medical Certificate from my Doctor (Scanned). This is very important if you have had Tuberculosis like me. I was diagnosed with Tuberculosis when I was younger and was under medication for 9 months. Some visa applicants don’t want to declare they have had TB kasi iniisip nila na baka matagalan ang processing or baka ma-deny ang application nila. It’s not true po and it’s not a good idea to conceal na nagkaroon ka ng TB before as it would just affect your future visa application (this includes your visa application that would require you to have a medical exam, like if you want to stay longer than 3 months or if you want to migrate to Australia). If you lied po on your previous visa application, there would be a possibility that you’ll be banned from entering Australia. Mas mahirap po ‘yon, so the best po to be honest all the time. 24. Latest X-ray result (Scanned)

I’m looking after my son, so I also attached the following to my application: 25. His Certificate of Enrollment (Scanned) 26. His Certificate of Completion (Clear Photo)

That was all. In my case, they required me to have a Health Assessment as soon as I lodged my application, and that was expected. I complied and completed the Health Assessment as soonest possible time kasi ayokong matengga application ko. My boyfriend and I were both shocked as the processing was quicker than we thought. Nationwide Health Systems submitted my medical test results on October 09 and got my visa granted on October 16. I’m so happy, good things really happen when you least expect it. Ang sinasabi ko nga noon, “bahala na kung ma-a-approve o hindi”. Hindi ko na rin inisip mga ginastos ko or mga pagod ko, basta ang importante I did try my very best to satisfy the Case Officer. Pero, on October 16, I got an e-mail from the Embassy and I was anxious to read it pero nakita ko ‘yong title na IMMI Grant Notification. I was yelling when I finally read the content of the e-mail. My visa has been granted with your help po Yoshke at sa lahat po ng nag-comment dito.

Sa mga mag-u-undergo ng Health Assessment, paalala lang po that they would only start processing your application kapag satisfied na sila sa results ng medical exam mo.

And also, advice ko lang po to answer all the questions truthfully. Kapag nagkamali po kayo sa sagot, just fill up po ‘yong Form 1023 – Notification of Incorrect Answers.

I hope makatulong ito sa mga visa applicants diyan! Thanks again, Yoshke!

Thanks for sharing this. This is truly helpful! :)

I should be the one thanking you and your blog, Yoshke. You were such a big help!

*Typo. It should be Justice of the Peace po not Justice of Peace.

Hi, tanong ko lang po, if ako po magiinvite sa parents and brother ko to visit, student visa holder po ako, regarding sa letter of invite na gagawin ko, pwede ko po ba indicate rin sa letter ung sister ko na PR na dito?

We applied for a short stay tourist visa last Sept. 24, and until now we haven’t received any feedback. We’ve uploaded all the necessary documents. We’re suppose to fly out this coming Oct 29. Should we be worried? Rebook our ticket perhaps? Is there anything we can do to follow up?

Hi Carlos, yikes, ang lapit na nung flight! I haven’t tried contacting them, but maybe you can use this to follow up: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/departmental-forms/online-forms/australian-immigration-enquiry-form

Just want to update that our Visa arrived a few hours after I sent the comment. whew. It’s been a nerve-racking week especially a friend of my mom had to rebook their flight because their Visa never made it in time (Though I heard they applied through a travel agency). Thank the Lord that ours arrived just in time! We were so close to rebooking our flights as well.

Thank you so much sir for your guide, it was most definitely helpful!

To anyone reading this that plan to travel between October-December, it’ll be best if you apply 2 months before or even earlier in the year. Not only will you have more leeway and save yourself from anxiety, but apparently starting September they’re loaded with voluminous applications, thus the delay. It also appears that it’s almost impossible to follow up. Calling the Embassy will redirect you to the VFS hotline, who will say that there’s not much they can do, but wait. You can try to email them but don’t expect a response though. They say the processing time is just an estimate, they aren’t really bound by it. So take it from us, the earlier the better (and apparently faster too, based on friends’ experience)

Hi Carlos! Just want to ask if you were required to present polio vaccine certification upon arrival in Australia? Our flight will be in Dec 23 and our visa was granted in July 2019, nung wala pang poilo outbreak sa pinas. I just want to make sure para alam ko what to do. will be travelling with kids kasi. Magkuha ba ako or what. Would really appreciate your reply. Thanks a lot.

Thanks for sharing, Carlos!

Wow, that was too close!

Since na-approve po visa ko with the help of Yoshke, I’m here po to return the favor at tumulong din sa mga visa applicants na nagbabasa sa blog niya.

I just want to share to following information and I hope makatulong ‘to sa inyo.

Para po sa mga nagtatanong kung ano po ‘yong isasagot sa mga question na ganito at ganyan sa online application… If you’re confused po sa mga questions, meron pong question mark (?) located beside of every question, click niyo lang po ‘yon at andoon po ang examples and explanation kung ano ang ibig sabihin ng tanong na ‘yon.

Kapag nagkamali po kayo sa sagot niyo, punta lang po kayo sa Update Details and fill up niyo po ‘yong Form 1023 – Notification of Incorrect Answers.

May question pala doon under Other names / spellings – Is this applicant currently, or have they ever been known by any other names? If you are not annulled yet and still married like me, and you’re using the surname of your husband doon sa Passport mo, the answer po would be ‘YES’ kasi magkaiba po surname mo doon sa Birth Certificate at Passport mo.

The payment po is $141.85 per applicant. You can pay po using your BDO Credit Card. Nabasa ko kasi dati sa isang blog na hindi daw pwedeng gamitin ang BDO Credit Card, pero I tried po and okay naman siya, it worked.

Para naman sa mga nagtatanong kung kelangan bang mag-undergo ng Health Assessment after lodging your application, malalaman niyo po kaagad after paying and submitting your application. Nakalagay po doon sa portion na Health Assessment doon sa ImmiAccount. Kapag ni-require kayo ng Health Examination, print niyo lang po ‘yong Referral Letter, nakalagay doon ‘yong Client Personal Details, Client Identity Details and Client Visa Details, andoon din po ‘yong HAP ID niyo. Sa Nationwide Health Systems – For Permanent Visa, you’ll have to pay Php7,750 and Php7,050 naman for Temporary Visa. You can book an appointment online, pay po via BDO then e-mail them the Deposit Slip. Pwede rin po ang walk-in. In my case, nag-book po ako ng appointment online kasi I anticipated na baka maraming magpapamedical. Sa NHS Baguio ako nagpa-medical and priority nila ‘yong mga naka-book online. Upon arrival doon sa NHS, ipakita niyo lang po ‘yong deposit slip and the referral letter. Provide din po kayo ng scanned or photocopy of your Passport Bio Page. Bring your passport po kasi everyone po doon sa clinic ay titingnan ‘yong passport before having each test. For Temporary Visa, ‘yong mga test na gagawin are: Urinalysis, X-ray, Physical Exam, Vision Testing, they’ll also get your Height and Weight. Wala pong Blood Test, so fasting po is not required. You can eat po bago kayo pumunta sa Clinic. Merong Form doon sa NHS na i-fifill-up, you can also download po doon sa website nila. I also advise you to arrive there early kasi marami po silang clients, especially po during Mondays and Tuesdays, pero smooth naman ‘yong processing.

Processing of your application would only take effect po once the required health examinations have been completed at na-submit na ‘yong results sa Embassy. Embassy would also inform you if additional health examination is required. Submission of the Medical Test Results to the Embassy would be up to 10 days depending if they’re busy or not. NHS will send you an e-mail if they already forwarded the results to the Embassy. Be patient po.

The more documents you submit, the more chances po na ma-approve visa niyo. Provide po kayo ng Cover Letter to support your claim, it’s not required but it’s very helpful since wala pong interview na mangyayari. Explain niyo po doon lahat ng alam niyong makakatulong sa application niyo.

Lastly, take your time po, huwag madaliin ‘yong application kasi kapag minadali, may chance na magkamali ka sa mga isasagot mo doon sa mga questions. I-review niyo po ‘yong mga sagot niyo before submitting your application para no need na pong mag-update ng details. Pero just in case na may nagbago sa mga details niyo, just update them immediately para less hassle.

BE HONEST po in answering all the questions. If you’re a newly applicant po and may plan kayo to move to Australia in the future, mas maganda po na i-disclose niyo po lahat ng dapat na i-disclose (like me that I had TB when I was younger) para hindi na kayo magkaka-problema sa next na application niyo. I know that some of you are hesitant to ask Yoshke about that kasi baka i-judge kayo ng ibang readers. I’d been there po. But my boyfriend and I both know that the best way is to tell the truth para hindi kami magkaproblema sa next na application ko and I’m proud to say that we did the right thing po. Wala namang problema ‘yon kasi po curable po ang TB, for as long as nag-take po kayo ng medication, hindi po magkakaproblema ang Medical Examination niyo. But before I lodged my application, I went to the Doctor na nag-diagnose sa akin na may TB ako then I asked him to provide a Medical Certificate, nakalagay doon kung kelan ako na-diagnose na may TB and kung ilang months ako nag-take ng medication. A scanned copy of that Medical Certificate was submitted sa Panel Clinic (NHS). I’ve also attached it to my application including ‘yong latest Chest X-ray result ko.

One more thing, after submitting your application, download and print a copy of it para may reference kayo sa next na application niyo. AND ALSO, make sure to clear the history of your laptop or computer after niyong na-submit para iwas po sa mga scammer especially kasi gumamit tayo ng credit or debit card in paying our application (I’ve read this doon mismo sa Terms & Conditions doon sa Home Affairs).

Goodluck po sa inyong lahat! Enjoy the Land Down Under!

Hi, thank you for sharing us this information. But I just would like to know where did you attach your x-ray and your medical certificate?

Thanks so much for taking the time to share this, Issa!

What would you consider as the usual rate of round trip flights for the MNL-SYD route? Is below 15k a total score or is 20k a standard? I’m planning to get a visa first before booking.. I think it’s better because filghts are not cheap at all

Acceptable ba ang BPI Debit card? Kung wala Kangcredit card pano yun? Pwede ba gamitin yung creDit card ng sponsor mo? Thanks

Yep, get a visa first.

If one-way and including taxes, I think below 15K is already a good deal. But if roundtrip, it’s a steal!

Is it okay to sponsor a friend or dapat family related once mag i-sponsor?

does anybody here applied online last october 25 na narecived na yung visa? we applied as a group online and received pa din yung status. hindi kaya natabunan na yung sa amin.. haays

Hi Inquire ko lang po me and my girlfriend is planing to take a trip to Sydney next year, can we process both our visa application using one immiaccount? Each of us will fund our own trip, how soon can we apply for visa application? we plan to take the trip on June 2020

Hi Bonjs, di ko alam kung okay lang na one immiaccount lang kung hindi family. :S

Thank you for this helpful blog. I will be visiting Austalia soon and I will finance my own trip, however, the accommodations will be at my partner’s mom and grandparents who are aus citizens. Two separate houses . Do I need to submit a document/proof regarding this? Please help. Thanks

Hi Jackie, di ko po masagot kasi di ko pa po naranasan yung mag-apply na may kakilalang pagse-stayan. :S

Hello Jackie, same tayo ng instance. I financed my trip, but my boyfriend (aus citizen) provided for my accommodation. I just explained that sa cover letter, plus I asked him to send me a letter addressed to the embassy confirming that he invited me to go to Australia, and that I’ll be staying with him. Ayun lang, no official documents needed :)

hi po, the same situation I am in right now, I’ll be paying my trip but the accommodation will be shouldered by my Aussie boyfriend. Aside from the cover letter and invitation letter do I still need to send pictures of us together?? Will the immigration officer questions our relationship if I cannot provide any photos?

hello can i use my paypal account to show that i have enough funds to shoulder my traveling expenses? im currently unemployed now but im confident i have enough money i dont have bank savings account

Hi Jayvee, I have no idea coz I haven’t done it.

I know a friend who submitted copies of statements and invoices from PayPal pero for a Schengen visa.

do i also need to have health insurance? in philippines and in australia? im planning to stay for a month

Hi Jayvee, I don’t know if required yun for 1 month na stay.

You’ll know when you start your application kasi lalabas sya sa list of requirements.

Hi My friend applied for a tourist visa She complied with all the requirements and we followed your instructions to the letter- however her application was denied – reason was the officer could not find sufficient evidence that she will not seek employment in Australia despite the fact that the COE, payslips and ITR were submitted- the decision noted the amount of income filed had a huge discrepancy in amount vs the income stated in the COE – but in the payslips it was broken down into taxable income and allowances (which are not taxed). The next step is to re apply and to submit additional documents – mainly the bank statement to prove that the stated salary in the payslips and COE are actually deposited in the payroll account. Along with the bank statement which certifies the account balance should the transaction history also be included? These details show the payroll amounts deposited tally with the issued payslips. Appreciate your help – thank you.

So in the first application, only the bank certificate was submitted? And not the bank statement (with transaction history)?

If so, then yes, I suggest submitting the bank statement (the one with transaction history) when you reapply. I’d also probably write an explanation letter addressing the previous officer’s reason for denial to clear things up.

Hi, I’ll be paying my trip but the accommodation will be shouldered by my Aussie boyfriend. Aside from the cover letter and invitation letter do I still need to send pictures of us together?? Will the immigration officer questions our relationship if I cannot provide any photos?

YOSHKE at mga ibang nag fofollow ng post na ito.

Sir/Ma’am…pAKIsagot naman po sa may kaalaman about dito sa concern ko.

Nai submit ko na po lahat ng kinakailangan na mga documento ngayon lang (12.30.19). But , there is a requirement to provide personal identifiers (BIOMETRICS) po. Hindi ko po alam paano to e cocomply at saan ko namn to gagawin. Im currently teaching po here in Singapore. PLEASEEEEEEE HELP ME PO.

I’m not familiar po sa biometric process kapag sa Singapore. Hopefully may ibang readers na makasagot.

Or you can post it on our Support Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepoortraveler/

My family and relatives plan on attending my cousin’s wedding in Sydney this July. My uncle has offered to accommodate the whole family in his house during our stay. Do you think it would be best if we disclose this information, and if so, will we be needing additional documents from my uncle to prove this?

Thanks in advance!

Hi Christine, I haven’t tried applying po kasi as someone na sponsored ng relative kaya hindi ko po masagot yung question nyo po.

Hi Yoshke, Mag ask lang ako. I filed a form 1023 because I incorrectly answered NO in the question “Does the applicant have any members of their family unit not travelling to Australia who are not Australian citizensor Australian permanent residents?”.

So I corrected it since I have two kids and I honestly misunderstood the question. Can my visa still be granted? I am a bit worried.

Di ko alam. :S

Pero I think possible pa rin naman yun!

Happy New Year! Is there a different application for retired Senior Citizen?

Hi Florence,

My mom is a senior citizen. I don’t think there is a separate application for them. We followed the same steps for her application.

they’ll just ask for the relative’s details, contact, address, status, etc. i didnt provide my sister’s financial capcity since she is not going to sponsor me and i got approved. thanks for the sharing us!

This is pertaining to the Australian visa application that i have done for my child. She is 18 months old. I have written her form 54 but not sure if i have to sign as a parent on the form.

Please help if i need to sign on her behalf or get a finger impression like they do while issuing the passport.

Thanks, Sahil

Unfortunately, I have no idea. I tried searching the embassy’s website and found nothing about it. There is a travel agency website that states that it needs signatures of parents + thumb impression but I don’t know how reliable they are, so I have nothing.

Hi Yoshke! I just received my in-laws grant letter today! I applied last January 02. Thank you and thanks to your blog! You’re a great help! This’ll be their first trip out of the country :)

Congrats. Parang medyo matagal yung release nila lately ah.

Saan kayo sa Australia punta?

Sydney! Tinry ko pa din kahit wala ng 6mos kami nagapply. Nagsumbit ako jan 2 tapos ang travel date nila is march. Hehe. Granted pa din so super thank you!

Kaso may additional akong tanong. Hehe. Yung friend na pupuntahan nila dun kasi nagtatanong kung hindi daw ba ipapadala sa embassy yung mga passports para matatakan, e I’ve read tons na they don’t do stamping kasi yung grant letter na lang naman yung ipapakita diba?

Iniinsist nya na yung mga kamaganak nya daw kasi ganun ang ginagawa tho di din sya sure kung nagbago na ng policy.

Now my question is, grant letter is enough naman na right? Since hindi naman sya inaattach sa passport talaga. Hindi naman siguro sila makukwestyon sa immigration? Thank you!

You mean, dun sa Immigration check upon entry?

Yep, yung Grant Letter lang. Actually, minsan di rin nila chinecheck yung letter kasi nakikita nila sa system nila sa computer. Pero make sure na dalhin pa rin. Pero yeah, yun lang (and syempre yung return ticket, in case they ask).

First time in applying a visa for Australia. Tho I currently have US visa, previously had visas from Canada, South Korea and Japan, medyo kabado parin always pag new application hehe. I have some inquires lang regarding the questions in the application form. Altho sobrang thankful ako sa blog mo I read the other queries here in the comment section and yung iba nasagot naman hahaha. Just wanted to clarify some things din.

1. Travel Companions. For my boyfriend, is it ok if I put fiance? There is no “boyfriend” or “girlfriend” in the drop down choices. Nauna syang mag apply and he declared me as his fiancee. Alam ko pwede de facto pero di nya ata nakita. Huhu. 2. Does the applicant have any members of their family unit not travelling to Australia who are not Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents? I was going to put my dad since I am just going with my boyfriend and mom. Pero understanding ko, parents are not included? So no need to declare? 3. Does the applicant know the dates of entry for each occasion after first entry to Australia? Planning to go back in Australia this time with my dad at the end of the year, can I say I don’t know yet what dates. Or will it affect my application. Crossing my fingers to be granted a multiple entry for TV. Sabi mo it’s just safe to just say NO nalang? 4. Significant dates. We want to celebrate the birthday of my boyfriend there aside from sightseeing, vacation and visiting his sister, can I state it or I just leave it blank? 5. Relatives, friends or contacts in Australia. Will visit the sister of my boyfriend and she is an Australian citizen already, should I list her here and ask for invitation letter? Or ok lang kahit no letter na from her?

Thank you so much in advance. You are very helpful and accommodating.

Hi Laurabelle,

Thanks for your comment. I’ll try to answer to the best of my knowledge. Wuw.

1. Ay di ko alam. A part of me thinks na fiance na lang din para consistent.

2. Yung understanding ko rin, dapat NO ang sagot sa case mo. Kasi spouse/partner and dependent children lang yung nasa definition nila.

3. For me, if you don’t know the dates yet or if you have no concrete plans yet and since matagal pa yung next trip mo, best to apply for single na lang muna. Better be granted a single entry visa than risk getting rejected. That’s just me, though. Anyway, when they see that you’re qualified for ME, they can still grant ME kahit na single yung inapply.

4. Yeah, I think declaring na birthday nya would help because it solidifies your purpose of travel.

5. Will you be staying with her or meet up lang?

Re query number 5. We will be meeting up with her :)

If ako nasa shoes mo, di ko na lang imention yun since di ka naman mag-stay sa kanya and di ka naman nya iso-sponsor. It will just complicate things. Di ko alam if that’s good advice, haha, but that’s what I would do. Pero ako lang yan.

Another question dun sa family composition do I need to list yung fiance since fiance na nga ilalagay ko dun sa partner ko. Or if married lang yun?

Thank you so much for this very detailed post on Australian tourist visa application. I read it diligently.

Just to share that we lodged our group application last Jan. 12, 2020, and we received our tourist visas today, Jan. 29, 2020, 1 year multiple entry. We will be travelling in Feb. 2020.

Travelers are me and my husband (strong travel history) and my parents. My parents have travelled to SG, Malaysia, and Japan. My dad is retired and he does not have financial documents. Under his evidence of financial capacity, we uploaded a letter of support from me and my mom, and our own documents (COE, ITR, Bank Cert).

All documents we submitted are NOT notarized.

Thanks for sharing, Jie! Very helpful!

Me & my husband together with my niece_15 yrs old – minor is applying for a australian tourist visa. I have the following questions. Hope you can help with it.

1. Parent of the child, who is working in the Philippines, will be the one to support the travel of the child in Australia; at same time, my sister and brother-in-law will shoulder the child’s food, accommodation and airfare. Would that be possible? Me & my husband will be her companion.

2. What form will I fill-out for the minor since I am assisting her to fill-out form 1419, is it form 956 or 95A? I am the child’s aunt who will be her companion to travel.

3. In one of the questions in form 1419 #41 regarding who will support for your travel. My niece will be supported by her parents at the same time aunt & uncle in australia will shoulder her accommodation, food & airfare. Will i place her aunt that she will also support the child?

4. In Part N of form 1419 #51. Do i need to sign here – biometric declaration & consent? I am applying visa in the philippines

I’m not the right person to ask because I haven’t tried applying with a minor.

But I’m a bit confused. When you say that food, accommodations, and airfare will be shouldered by “aunt and uncle in Australia,” you’re referring to your sister and brother-in-law who live there? If so, they might question why the minor is applying for a visa under Tourist stream when there is a Sponsored Family Stream for sponsored applicants.

Hello Yoske,

3 months po ba yung minimum granted days of stay ang binibigay ng AUS government kahit youll be staying just for a week?

Re: Cover letter. My husband ( our joint savings account) will be sponsoring me for our trip. I am pertaining him to be my sponsor because i recently resigned from my job. Do i still need to submit a separate cover letter stating that he will shoulder all our expenses for our trip or just one cover letter is enough for both of us?

Hi Charlie,

In my case, when I applied with my mother and I was the sponsor, I just made one cover letter written by me (the sponsor). :)

Hi Yoske! Where can i upload our Travel Insurance? TIA

Sa case ko merong OTHER DOCUMENTS na field. Pwede dun iupload.

Hi, I applied for Tourist visa subclass 600 but got a refusal letter today. However, I don’t understand the refusal reason it states “The applicant did not satisfy the provisions of the Migration Regulations 1994” I tried searching that but its freakin long and it has clusters. Please help me, what do I need to do to get an approved visa?

Another grateful traveller here for this blog of yours! This blog was such a huge help. And also, thanks for answering every comments. I always visit this blog from time to time while i was waiting for my visa application grant to check if there are same cases like mine. Reading the testimonies of those who got their visa granted gave me higher hopes on having my application being approved.

I lodged mine on January 19, 2020 and i got the grant notice on Feb 4, multiple entries for 1 year. I have submitted 28 docs which include the following: – passport stamped pages – bank certs with statement of acct. – Certificate of employment with compensation – Leave approval – Travel Authority (from the Head of Govt Agency) – ITR (2018) – 5-day itinerary – Room reservation voucher from Agoda

PS. I only have a total of Aud$ 4,000 in those 3 bank accts which got me a bit worried so, instead of submitting an 8-day stay itinerary (which i really planned to) i just submitted 5-day stay. I didnt declare that i know people there, though i’ll be meeting some friends there. Amd yes, they granted me multiple entries.

This updated blog is really a huge help. Thanks for keeping it updated Yoshke! I will be referring again to this blog for my next escapades! Til next time!

Best regards and more travels!

Yay, congratulations, Jin!

And thanks for taking the time to share this. Hopefully, this will help other readers!

If you’re visiting Melbourne, check out: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2019/07/melbourne-travel-guide-itinerary/

we are in the process of applying OZ visa po as family, yung visa fee po ba is individaul pay or the AUD145 will cover the whole family?

I’d like to ask how many months did you re-apply for tourist visa after your current visa has expired? Thanks :)

Individual.

Hello Sir Yoshke!

Thanks for your reply. It is of great help.

Sir, I have another question. In one of the attachment, they are asking for a personal bank statement/certificate. Me and my husband have no separate bank account. Is it ok to submit a joint account?

Another thing, in my niece tourist visa application, i did not see in the recommended attachments the evidence to return where we will submit the certificate of enrollment. Where will I attached it?

Thanks in advance for your help.

I submitted a joint account a couple of times before. :)

For the certificate of enrollment, on your uploads page, is there a section for ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS? Last time I applied, they have that section for documents that you want to submit but don’t fall under other sections.

Thanks much for your help Sir. God bless po:-)

First and foremost, your blog has been very helpful when we applied for our AUS Visa and traveled last June 2019. So we would like to say thank you.

Now, we have some concerns we hope you could answer for us. Our current Visa is about to expire this FIRST week of June 2020. But, we have a scheduled trip from May 2020 to the LAST week of June 2020. The schedule is unfortunately not flexible and we should be there during those dates.

What is the best thing should we do? Is it possible to renew the Visa before it expires? Do we have an option to extend our current Visa?

Thank you for your help.

Hi Jeff, you mean ‘yung first of week of June, yun ‘yung nasa MUST NOT ARRIVE AFTER na field?

Yes po, Yung nasa Visa Grant Letter is… MUST NOT ARRIVE AFTER: June 03, 2020.

Yung planned uwi po sana namin from Australia to Manila is around LAST week of June pa.

Ang pagkaintindi ko dyan, pwede pa rin yan. Basta you should arrive in Australia before June 3. Then you can stay up to 3 months pa rin kahit May ka pa pumasok sa Australia. If you arrive in May, you can still stay until August.

Itawag mo na lang din sa kanila to be sure.

Based from my research from other forums. Yun din ang sabi. I just wanted to know if may experience po kayo with that.

Who do I have to call to be sure? Australian Embassy Manila? Thanks po

Hey, I would like ask about the form 54. It only has 3 rows for the brother/sister, but I have 4 siblings, what should I do? Please help! Thanks :)

We are applying as a group (friends) under 1 immi account. When I lodge the application, Do we use 1 contact email who owns the immi account or do we need to put our own individual email addresses on each application?

Pa help naman po :) applying for tourist visa. i haven’t traveled out of the country ever since. Any idea how do we go about this? i just need like tips ano ilalagay sa letter. thank you in advance!

I have an existing Australian Visa which will expire on April 22 (granted last year, multiple entry valid for 1 year) but I plan to go back to Sydney by May 1 to celebrate my anniversary with the bf (who is temporarily assigned there for work).

Question/s: 1. Can I apply for a new visa even before my old visa expires? Want to submit all the requirements ASAP but I fear that if my new visa request will be approved, it will overlap with the old one (i.e date of grant of the new visa will be earlier than expiry date of the old one). But if I wait for the old visa to expire first then apply, the schedule is tight.

2. Should I cancel my old visa first?

Can my bf sponsor my trip?

Hello, I hve question regarding form 54. Who can sign the form as my witness ?

When my mother applied in 2019, she had one of her sons to sign the form as her witness.

Follow up question on Form 54. We are applying as a family, do we each fill out Form 54?

I submitted Form 54 individually just to be sure.

Same as this post: https://www.thepoortraveler.net/2016/06/successfully-get-australian-visa-online-requirements-steps-filipino-tourists/#comment-71963

========== On this website, it says “ Completed Form 54 Family Composition completed (only one form required when family applying together)”

https://png.embassy.gov.au/files/pmsb/130925%20-Subclass%20600%20Checklist.pdf

Thanks for sharing the checklist! Aaah so per family pala. Pero individually ung ginawa ko haha.

Hi. I applied for my 5th Australian visa on Feb. 28’2022 and was granted in 7 days. I applied for my wife’s 4th time visa on Mar. 3, 2022. Its been 2 months now, no notice yet. A reply was emailed to me saying, “received.”Should i just patiently wait or should i apply again for her? We plan to visit our children in August

Hi Gerardo! Whoa, 2 months is too long. The status of your wife’s application on the IMMI account dashboard, is it still marked RECEIVED? If so, what’s the estimated processing time indicated?

Hello, I’ve been denied of a Canadian Tourist Visa last 2017. Should I declare it in the question of “Has the applicant ever had a visa for Australia or any other country refused or cancelled?” Thank you

Anyone still waiting for tourist visa approval? I submitted my application last June 24 but still did not get a result.

Any update on your visa application? Thank you.

Me too. We submitter ours last July 29, 2022 and there’s no update since then.

Hi! Did you receive instructions for biometrics? Wala kasi sa amin, I thought all foreign applicants are required na starting last April.

No we did not receive email/instructions regarding biometrics. My friend got his Visa already. But I am still waiting for my visa. No update yet. We submitted at the same time last June 29, 2022. Over 1 month now and I got no update :(. Still waiting :)

Hi, any luck? Was your friend required to submit biometrics? We still did not get our visas :(

No update on my visa. Patiently waiting but I am thinking of submitting complaint form end of the month. Two months is way too long. The global visa processing time is only 37 days for the visa to be finalized. My friend did not receive any notification/email regarding biometrics. Hoping for the best!

Same here! We cannot finalize travel plans and flight fares are getting expensive :(

Hello! What if I will be paying for my trip but I would be staying at a cousin’s house. What do you suggest I submit? Thank you!

Also, have you heard anyone who applied for a visitor’s visa but working on a contractual status? thank you!

Ay, di ko po alam kapag ganun.

How can i pay through my ImmiAccount the Online Australian Visa Application Fee using my credit card?

The TRAVEL DOCUMENT attachment section reads like this: Provide evidence of your travel document. This may include a certified copy of the personal particulars/photo (bio-data) page. This is the page of the passport which shows the name and date of birth, passport number, issue and expiry date, and photograph of the holder.

Do we really need to have the scanned copy/ photocopy of the passport photo page get certified? If so, where do we get this certified?

Hi Ms. Marvel, I just uploaded a copy of the passport bio page. I never had it certified. Not sure if that’s right, but I was granted a visa naman each time.

Hello. Just found out that there was an error with my Dad’s death certificate (error with his mom’s name) and we’re already planning to file for my mom’s tourist visa this November 2022 (My Dad’s death will be the main reason as to why she’ll go to Australia – for vacation.) Would that affect her tourist visa application?

Hi! I don’t know for sure, but I think it’s not likely to affect the application, especially if it’s just a minor error.

Hi, given your visa’s expiry date, for example “Must not arrive after December 31”, and your multiple-entry visa allows you to stay for 3 months at a time, can you enter Australia on December 31 and stay for another 3 months?

Hi Sam, yes, that’s how I interpret that. I could be wrong, but in my AU visa, the length of stay field indicates “3 month(s) from the date of EACH arrival”, so that’s how I would take it.

Hello, I’m a Filipino national, currently living and working in Thailand, I would like to apply for an Australian Tourist Visa, is it possible to apply via Immi Account? or do I need to go directly to Embassy in Thailand? Looking forward to your response, Thank you.

Hi Olga. I’m not sure, but I think it’s possible.

Hi, May I know if the entry and exit stamp for the travel history needs to be certified true copy. If yes, where should we go to get it certified. Applying for Business stream subclass 600

Hi Jonalyn, I didn’t have mine certified.

Hi po. Need help po pls.. I’m applying for Visitor Visa for me and my mom. I’m stuck on this question po: Does the applicant have any members of their family unit not travelling to Australia who are not Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents? As for me, the answer’s no since I’m single pero ang mama ko po is matagal ng separated sa father ko. Can I just select “no” din po or need pa rin i-declare ang spouse since di naman sila annulled? And isasama pa rin po ba father ko sa form-54 (family composition)? Thank you.

Hi Zyra, not sure but I think she still needs to declare it.

May I ask please if e-signature is acceptable for 956A? Applying for my son. Thank you

Hi! I used e-signature when I applied for my mom, and didn’t encounter any issues. So I guess it’s okay.

Hi. Saan po i-atttach ang School Certificate and School ID? Thanks

Hi, in which part of the online application will I need to upload a passport sized photo? I think I may have missed it while navigating. Thank you!

Hello Yoshke! Thank you for this very detailed info on filling out the visa application. It helped me a lot! It took 9 days for my application to be finalised- coz I had trouble fixing my schedule for biometrics. But thank God- my husband & I received the grant yesterday. Continue blogging to share with us your experiences and learnings. Stay healthy and safe. God bless you all!

Hello! Pwede po bang magwalk in lang for biometrics or need ng appointment? Wala kasing nakalagay sa letter san pwede magpaappointment if ever. Also, icocollect po ba nila ung passport or iiwan sa kanila during biometrics process? Ang worry ko kasi meron din akong pending NZ visa application and anytime pwede na lumabas ung visa ko kasi mas nauna ko sya applyan.

Yay! Congrats on your AU visa! Enjoy Oz!

I would like to ask where in the online application form for Australian tourist visa will the passport size picture be attached

I am returning to AU for a tourist visit and I have a multiple entry visa grant. I just want to know if I still need to submit/prepare any requirements to show the immigration for both PH & AU aside from the Visa Grant itself?

For PH immigration, yep. Most likely, they will ask pa rin the usual stuff like return ticket, hotel booking, etc.

Hi! I plan to go to Melbourne in June/July 2024 to visit a friend. A friend whose I met online and we haven’t met personally yet. Is it ok if I put on my form that I’m going to Melbourne on holiday from work and because I’m going to visit my friend? I’m going to pay for all my trip.

I hope this is still an active post. Very helpful but I just want to ask – for my son’s visa application (he’s 14) can I indicate my email address as the contact detail? If so, do I still need to indicate that he is authorizing me (another person) to receive communications in his behalf and have him sign the authorization form? Thanks!

I apply australia tourist visa got REJECTED 3times. I have tried to add the information that they need. But they seems dont give a damn about it and refuse 3times. Mine flight ticket cant be refund. So the visa fee too. Please noted THAT IS NOT EASY at all get the australia visa.

Im getting this error message, Based on the passport details, is not eligible to apply using this online service. Ensure the passport details have been entered exactly as they display in the passport. The application will not be able to continue. Further information about eligibility is available on our website. I am a PH passport holder and entered the right passport information. Help please

Hi Yosh! I got it working. I was typing my passport # wrong thats why. After submitting the application, minutes i got a biometrics request. Thank you for all your inputs!!!

Hi, do they keep your passport when you go for biometrics? I have an upcoming international travel and am planning to do biometrics 2 days before my international trip.

Hi! If travelling solo po, what should I put sa “travel companion” na part?

Hi, may I know how to add pages to Form 54? We are a big family so one page is not enough. It’s indicated kasi in the form to put ALL family members living in your home country and abroad. Or is Form 54 required? Your blog is very helpful and informative. thanks much. Hope you can still reply. :)

Thank you for this very informative topic. I used your post as guide. I created an Immi account and lodged application for me and my family. After submission, I received an acknowlegement message that our application was received and we needed to make a schedule for biometrics taking. We had ours scheduled in the evening at 7:30 pm. Got our visas when we woke up the next day. Thank you very much.

Congrats, Miss T! Enjoy Australia!

H I’m currently applying for a Tourist Visa to AU and sa attachments, they’re asking for proof of travel history pero never pa naman po ako nagtravel. What to do? Please advise. Thanks.

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Unless you are an Australian citizen, you will need a valid Australian visa to enter the country. New Zealand passport holders can apply for a visa upon arrival in the country. All other passport holders, regardless of age, must apply for a visa before leaving home. You can apply for a range of Australian visa types, including tourist visas and working holiday visas, via the ETA app or on the  Department of Home Affairs website.

There are different Australian visa types available for travellers to Australia. Knowing which Australian visa to apply for depends on the length of your stay, your passport and the purpose of your visit. You’ll also need to meet certain financial and medical requirements, be outside of Australia when applying and maintain health insurance for the duration of your stay. 

Electronic Travel Authority visa  (subclass 601) This visa allows you to visit Australia as many times as you want, for up to a year, and stay for three months each visit. This visa is available to passport holders from a number of countries and regions, who live outside Australia. A step-by-step guide on how to apply is  here .

All ETA-eligible passport holders must apply for an ETA using the Australian ETA app. Agents can assist you in the application process, but you must be physically present as a live facial image is required.

eVisitor  (subclass 651) This is a free visa for multiple visits to Australia for tourism or business purposes for up to three months at a time within a 12-month period. This visa is available to passport holders from a number of European countries and it cannot be extended.

Visitor visa  (subclass 600) The Visitor visa allows you to visit Australia, either for tourism or business purposes. It is open to all nationalities. Generally, a period of stay of up to three months is granted, but up to 12 months may be granted in certain circumstances. Applicants will have to pay a fee to submit their application.

The application process may differ depending on which visa you need.

You can only apply for the  Electronic Travel Authority visa  (subclass 601) through the Australian ETA app. A step-by-step guide on how to apply is located  here .

For other visas, you can apply online by creating an ImmiAccount and completing the application process. Be sure to submit your application well in advance of your travel date to allow enough time for processing. You may be asked to provide further supporting information. You will be notified in writing if your tourist visa is approved and it will be digitally linked to your passport. For more information on different visa types, and Australian visa requirements including how to apply for an Australian visa, visit the  Department of Home Affairs  website.

If you are already in Australia and hold a valid Electronic Travel Authority visa (subclass 601) you can extend your stay by applying for another visa, such as a Visitor visa (subclass 600). An eVisitor (subclass 651) cannot be extended.

See the Department of Home Affairs website for details.

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Australia's Working Holiday Maker program allows visitors aged under 30 (or 35 in certain cases) who hold a passport from a participating country to travel and work in Australia. Working holiday visas are valid for one year, or up to three years if you meet certain conditions.

Find out more about working holiday visas here .

*Australian visa regulations (including visa application charges) change from time to time. The information provided here is valid at the time of publication, but visitors should check this information is still current by visiting the Australian Department of Home Affairs .

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Australia Visitor Visa for Filipino citizens: Your tourist visa guide

With its stunning natural beauty, exciting cities, and unique wildlife, it's no wonder that so many people want to visit Australia. If you're a Filipino national planning a trip to Australia , you must apply for a Australia Visitor Visa .

This guide will provide you with everything you need to know about applying for this Australian tourist visa , including the requirements, Australian visa application, and visa fees.

Australian Visa system: Australia Visa types for Filipino citizens

As a Filipino citizen, you can apply for various types of visas to visit Australia. Here are the most popular visa categories:

• Australia Visitor Visa : This tourist visa is available to Philippines passport holders wanting to explore Australia as a tourist. It also permits you to study in Australia for less than three months.

You must complete an online application form to apply for this visa and provide your biometric information. There may also be instances where a phone interview is necessary.

Student Visa: If you plan to study in Australia for over three months, you must apply for a student visa. You must be accepted in an Australian educational institution to apply for this visa.

Skilled Visa: If you have skills or qualifications in demand in Australia, you may be eligible for a skilled visa. It’ll allow you to work legally in the country.

Australia Working Holiday visa: This is a temporary work visa for passport holders 18 to 30 years old who want to spend an extended holiday in Australia and work during their stay.

Family Visa: If you have family members who are Australian citizens or permanent residents, you may be able to apply for a family visa to join them in Australia.

Australian Tourist Visa: All about the Australian Visitor Visa for Filipinos

The Australian Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) is the travel document that allows Filipinos to enter Australia for tourist or business activities. At iVisa, we can help and guide you throughout the application process to ensure you have all the necessary support for a successful visa application.

How long can I stay in Australia with a Visitor Visa?

The Visitor Visa grants a stay for three, six, or twelve months ; the consular officer will decide depending on your background. Remember to keep within the allowed stay period.

Eligibility criteria for the Australia Visitor Visa

To be eligible for the Australia Visitor Visa , you must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a valid passport from the Philippines
• Undergo a medical examination
• ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Be of good character
• Have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Australia.
• Intend to only visit Australia temporarily for tourism or business visitor activities or study for less than three months.
• Meet all other visa conditions and requirements below.

Australia Visitor Visa requirements for children from the Philippines

If you plan to travel to Australia with your child from the Philippines, please note that kids need a visa too. Here are the requirements for your child's visa application:

• Your child's birth certificate must include both parents' names or a family book with both parents' names.
• You will need to provide ID cards of both parents or adoption papers with the ID of the guardians.
• If your child is traveling alone or with only one parent , you must present a Form 1229 along with the application. This form must be completed and signed by both parents or legal guardians and be accompanied by a copy of their driver's license or passport (or other identification with signature and photo).
• If your child is traveling without a parent or guardian and is not staying with a relative or on an organized tour, you must also include Form 1257 - Undertaking Declaration . It must be completed and signed by the person providing accommodation and responsible for your child during their stay in Australia.

Australia Visa Guide: Visa application process

The Visitor Visa comprises the most complex process among Australian tourist visas. You can apply through the government website or through us by following the steps below.

We aim to offer a quicker and simpler process for travelers, cutting down paperwork so you can focus on your trip:

• Step 1: Complete the visa application form on the website or on our app . You must provide personal information, travel history, hotel reservations, and passport details.
• Step 2: Double-check all the information to avoid mistakes. Pay the visa fee using Paypal, Venmo, Amazon Pay, or a credit or debit card.
• Step 3: Upload the required documents and click ‘Submit’. Attend the Australian Visa Application Centre appointment to provide your biometric information and undergo the health exam.

After that, you must wait for the government’s answer. Once approved, you can pack your bags and travel to Australia!

We also recommend downloading the iVisa app to keep track of your documents electronically. You can even track the status of your application and receive real-time alerts.

After applying for an Australia Visitor Visa

After filling out the visitor visa application form, a phone call interview is sometimes required. We’ll let you know if that’s the case. However, usually, you must visit an Australian Visa Application Centre or an Australian Biometrical Collections Centre.

Once this process is complete, you can expect a confirmation email with your application ID and reference number, which you can use to track your application's progress. You should also expect to hear from the Australian Government regarding any additional information or documents they may need from you to process your application.

Australia Visitor Visa processing times

Our service includes two stages. The first is our application processing, where we assist you in completing the visa application, reviewing all the information provided, and scheduling an appointment for biometric information submission at a VAC.

• Our processing time for Filipino citizens is 30 days .

Once you have submitted all required documents, provided biometric information, and passed the medical examination, the Australian government will process your visa application.

On average, the government takes 28 days (90% of applications) to process visa requests from Filipino citizens. It's important to note that the processing time may vary depending on the Embassy's workload.

We advise all travelers from the Philippines to apply well in advance to avoid disappointments.

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• Australian Government Department of Home Affairs
• Tourism Australia
• Australian Border Force
• Australian Embassy in the Philippines

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Australian Tourist Visa Requirements for Filipinos

Now that traveling abroad is back to normal, it is helpful to know the Australian tourist visa requirements for Filipinos and Philippine passport holders if you dream to visit Australia soon.

We also included the list of documents required if you want to get a tourist visa to visit Australia, you must submit and attach the following requirements below.

Table of Contents:

Why Should You Travel and Visit Australia?

Australia is one of the most beautiful countries and continents in the world. I’m sure it is among your bucket lists to travel. For instance, if you plan to see the amazing Great Barrier Reef , the 12 Apostles , the Gold Coast , and the sacred Uluru , you should not wait any longer once the world lifted travel restrictions.

There are so many wonderful places to explore in Australia really. If you are a Filipino citizen like me, getting a visa is the first step before planning your itinerary. Fortunately, it is not a difficult process as long as you submit the correct documents.

We also shared the step-by-step guide on how to upload documents for the online tourist visa application for Australia . Submitting the complete papers required by the embassy and Australia Home Affairs is one of the most important part of successful visa processing.

Australian Tourist Visa Requirements for Filipino Citizens

• Online Application Form
• Passport-size 45mm x 35mm photo (soft copy, with your signature at the back)
• Passport info page
• Evidence of previous travel (visa documentation and entry or exit stamped pages of current or old passport)
• Family Composition Form (Form 54, PSA birth certificate )
• Evidence of planned tourism activities in Australia (itinerary or planned activities)
• Proof of financial status and funding for visit (personal bank statement, bank certificate, ITR, credit card statement, title deed, retirement pension book, tax document)
• Evidence of employment or self-employment (certificate of employment, payslip, evidence of leave, DTI Permit , Mayor’s Permit )

Australian Tourist Visa Requirements in the Philippines (Detailed Guide)

1. online application form.

The application form is the 19 pages you need to accomplish on your IMMI account. You are required to answer and accomplish each section of the pages.

Answer truthfully and accurately. Most importantly, your answers must also be consistent with the information on your supporting documents for Australian tourist visa.

You can check out the guide in filing out the application form for Australian tourist visa in the Philippines here: “How to Get Australian Tourist Visa in the Philippines.”

2. Passport-size photo 45mm x 35mm (soft copy, with your signature at the back)

Scan the front and back of your photo. Prepare a recent (latest) passport-size photo of you in a neat background. You can get one at any photo centers or shops at malls. Tell the staff the photo is for your Australian tourist visa requirements. After that, they will know the size and resolution for your photo already.

Upon saving your photo in a memory card or USB drive, make sure you ask the photo staff to put the information (as seen in the photo above) at the back of your photo. Additionally, do not forget to write your name and put your signature on it as well. See the format of photo above.

3. Passport info page

Scan a clear photo of your passport info page (bio page) and save it on a file. I recommend JPEG or PDF format. Name the filename as “passport info page of (your name).”

4. Evidence of previous travel (visa documentation and entry or exit stamped pages of current or old passport)

This section requires travel history. Therefore, you must scan the pages of your old or new passport that have travel stamps on them. In addition, upload any page that has a visa. If you have visa notices or visa documents, save them on your file as well and attach them too.

5. Family Composition Form (Form 54, PSA birth certificate)

Another important supporting document is the Form 54. You can download the latest format of the form from the IMMI website. Save it to your computer and input the details of your family. You can use Adobe PDF editor or any PDF editor on Mac or Windows .

Edit the English section of the Form 5 4. The Chinese section will automatically be filled out after you edited the English section. Most importantly, provide only true details of your family in the Form 54.

Another form I uploaded in this requirement is my PSA Birth Certificate . You can scan yours and attach it under the OTHERS category. Name the file name as “PSA Birth Certificate.”

6. Evidence of planned tourism activities in Australia (itinerary or planned activities)

This part of the supporting documents required for Australian tourist visa in the Philippines includes itinerary , planned activities and other proof of your planned travel in Australia. In addition, you can also upload hotel reservations and flight itinerary if you have them already. However, flight bookings are not required.

7. Proof of financial status and funding for visit

This section of requirements for Australian tourist visa includes:

• personal bank statement (for the last 3 months)
• bank certificate (issued in the last 3 months)
• ITR (Income Tax Return)
• credit card statement
• retirement pension book
• tax document

Remember your answers in the tourist visa application form will support the documents you will attach in this section.

Anything that is a proof of your financial capacity, attach it here. This will tell the embassy how well you can afford your trip in Australia. If someone will sponsor your trip or the expenses on your trip, attach the necessary documents here too.

8. Evidence of employment or self-employment

Supporting documents in this section include certificate of employment, payslip, evidence of leave, DTI Permit and Mayor’s Permit if you are self-employed.

How to Upload Documents for Australian Tourist Visa?

All documents with the status of REQUIRED must be attached:

• Attach the REQUIRED documents first
• Next, attach the RECOMMENDED documents
• Upload high quality scanned documents
• Scan the original copies of documents
• Scan each document separately and include both sides
• If the document is two pages or more, make sure the document is saved in one file
• Attach files up to 5MB in size with the following extensions: bmp, dcm, doc, docx, dot, gif, jpg, pdf, png, ppt, pptx, rtf, txt, xls, xlsx.

Attaching and uploading complete documents will help you to process your tourist visa faster. Moreover, it will also help the embassy and consulate to evaluate your visa application better. Perhaps, resulting in a visa approval. Yay!

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Hi is there a specific minimum amount that your bank accnt or bank statement ? Can we have a sample expenses and as well as a sample itenerary for australia’s tour

Thanks for the informative blog! I am coming to Australia with my mother as my guarantor, do I still need to send them an ITR? Thanks!

Hi, yes you still need to upload ITR to prove you’re earning income here and you have a job. There is a field in the application where you’ll be asked who will shoulder your trip. Put there your mom’s details and then upload her bank certificate and bank statement under the requirements.

Hi, Thank you for the Helpful information. But I have a question regarding the Form Family composition, i noticed that they only provided a limited Space for each details, i have 5 siblings how could write down all my siblings informations if they only give you 2 Spaces for bro/ sisters?

Hi 🙂 You may do a second page for the other family members. What I’ve done is I screenshot the page 1 after I entered the details, save the page as a JPEG. Then I made another page for the other family members na hindi kasya, screenshot it as a JPEG. Then I converted the 2 pages as PDF and combined them in 1 page. I used this converter https://jpg2pdf.com/

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Simplified Guide to Applying for a Tourist Visa to Australia From the Philippines

Australia’s immigration policies are welcoming and make it relatively easy to secure a temporary Visa in general. However, for visitors from ‘high risk’ countries, additional scrutiny is applied. The Philippines is considered a ‘high-risk’ country, as a result of a high number of visa overstayers. Unfortunately, this means that it is generally more difficult to get an Australian visa from the Philippines – and it also usually takes longer to process, so it’s important to lodge your application as early as possible.

To get a tourist visa from the Philippines to Australia, t he visa subclass 600 is the correct visa option for anyone from the Philippines planning a vacation, family visit, or short study trip.

How long will a visitor visa to Australia from the Philippines be valid for?

The tourist Visa permits a maximum of 12-month stay in Australia – but realistically, the longest visa typically granted is 3 months for tourism purposes (a longer visa may be granted in certain circumstances, such as caring for a family member in Australia who is unwell, but it’s quite rare).

Can I study on a subclass 600 visa?

Yes – Philippines citizens can study or train for up to three months on a Visitor Visa (Tourist Stream) (Subclass 600). Any longer and you will need to apply for a student visa.

How hard is it to apply for an Australian Visitor Visa (subclass 600) from the Philippines?

The application process online is quick, it should take only a few hours of your time. However, before commencing the application process, you should ensure that all the required documents are at your disposal to lodge your application.

We have provided a simplified step-by-step guide below to help you through the application process. It’s important to note, however, that your visa application journey may differ based on your own circumstances and the individual proclivities of your visa processing officer. The important thing is to always be completely truthful and up-front; as long as you are legitimate and provide all necessary information you should not have issues getting your visa.

Can I extend my Australian visitor visa to stay longer?

The Subclass 600 visa cannot be extended to allow you to stay in Australia for a longer period. You would be required to apply for a different visa in Australia, and that would depend on your individual circumstances. If your current visa has a condition that prevents further stay, such as condition number 8503, “No Further Stay,” you are not eligible to apply for a new visa while you are in Australia.

If you hope to remain in Australia for an extended period or permanently, you must apply for the appropriate visa before your current visa expires.

Visitor visa processing time from Philippines to Australia

As of 23 January 2023, the estimated processing time for visitor visa applications from the Philippines is within:

• 8 Days for 25% of applications
• 16 days for 50% of applications
• 33 days for 75% of applications
• 85 days for 90% of applications

Guide – Process to apply for your Australian Subclass 600 Visitor Visa

1. determine if you are eligible for a visitor visa.

The purpose of your travel will dictate what options are available for you. If the primary purpose of your trip to Australia is tourism, a subclass 600 visitor visa is best. As mentioned earlier, this visitor visa allows a stay up to 3 months in ordinary circumstances. It is also possible to

2. Prepare the required documents

For the visitor visa subclass 600, you will need:

• A valid passport -scanned bio that shows your name and other passport details.
• A passport-sized photo
• Itinerary for your trip (including dates and places you plan on visiting/staying)

Additional documents that will help your application include:

• Proof of financial capability-you can attach bank statements and credit card limit to prove that you have the financial ability to sustain yourself for the stay and book a ticket back to the Philippines.
• Invitation letter – if you are visiting a person or for a specific event.
• Evidence of current employment -could be in the form of payslips or leave documents from your employer. This is critical to prove you will return to the Philippines.
• Crucial ties that prove you will return home; Here, you can show your educational letter, work leave, and important assets that bind you to return to the Philippines.

A combination of these documents should give comfort to the case officer that you are a legitimate visitor and will depart Australia at the expiry of your visa. Finally, you may be asked to provide additional documents (such as a police clearance certificate or health check) as part of the process – but most applicants from the Philippines do not require these.

3. Open an Immi Account

After ensuring you have all the required documents, you need to open an Immi account, the Department of Home Affairs platform through which all visa applications are made.

4. Fill out an online application

You should opt for the visitor 600 option in your form, where you will upload personal information, expected travel dates, and financial status. If you are visiting a family or friend, you should upload their information in a clear format. Clarity and specificity are essential to secure a Visa with minimal complications. The more information you can provide the better.

5. Attach the necessary documents

You can refer to step 2 above to get an idea of the required documents. The application is accompanied by documents that show your financial ability to fund the travel and stay. It is crucial that you scan bank statements and payroll  evidence. s6. Proceed to Pay

After going through the form multiple times and cross-checking that every document is in place, you should proceed to pay.

6. Pay the Visa Application Charge

Visa Application Charge – Australian Visitor Visa (Subclass 600):

As at 25 Jan 2023, the Visa Application Charge is 150 AUD (per applicant, including children).

7. Wait until Visa grant (or a request for further information)

Once your application is approved, a Visa Grant notice is sent by email. As your visa is electronically attached to your passport there is no need to print it.

All the best in your application – we hope to see you downunder soon!

2024 Australia Visitor Visa Guide: 6 Steps for Filipinos

Of all my visa applications, I can say that applying for an Australia tourist visa or visitor visa , was the easiest for me, simply because it can all be done online. Plus, an Income Tax Return (ITR) is not a requirement. Isn’t it great? This makes it easier for self-employed freelancers who still don’t have this document.

Just to share, one of my travel buddies got denied on his first attempt to apply for an Australia visitor visa. But the good thing about the Australian visa is that you can re-apply as soon as you get denied. I’ll share with you the tips on how my friend got approved on his second application. Meanwhile, make sure you follow these steps carefully:

Australia tourist visa for Filipinos online steps

Step 1: make your immigration australia  immiaccount.

Go to the  ImmiAccount portal and click “ Create ImmiAccount ”. Write your new user details such as complete name, contact numbers, and email address. Then, you indicate your username, password, and secret questions.

To continue, you have to agree to their terms and conditions. Once you submit, an email verification will be sent to you.

Tip: Make sure that your email is valid and active. All notices, updates, and your final Australia visitor visa will be sent there.

Step 2: Log in to create your Australia visitor visa application

Once your email is verified, log in to your ImmiAccount and create your Australian tourist visa application. Select  Visitor Visa (600) if you’re traveling to Australia as a tourist for not more than one year.

You will have to fill in and answer about 20 pages, but you don’t have to answer them all at once. Answer any that you can. Click “Next” if you want to proceed to the next page, and “Save” if you want to take a break first and complete it later.

Tip: It took me about three days to finish all the pages, so take your time. Double-check or triple-check all details before you finally click “Submit”. Any errors or data inconsistencies may compromise your Australian visa application.

Step 3: Scan and attach your Australia tourist visa requirements

On the last part of your application, you will have to attach your Australia visa requirements proving your identity and travel capacity. You can submit and attach up to 60 documents. Here’s how to attach documents in your ImmiAccount .

Here’s a list of what I submitted and attached for my Australia visitor visa:

• Passport Bio Page
• PSA Birth Certificate
• Old Visas and Entry/Exit Stamps
• Employment Certificate with Approved Leaves
• Bank Statement and Bank Certificate
• Daily Itinerary and Flight Tickets

* Since the implementation of the biometrics collection, you no longer have to attach passport size photos on your Australia visa online application.

List of attached documents for Australia visitor visa (short stay)

Required documents:

• Travel Document (Passport Bio Page, Other Passport Pages with Personal Info, Other Travel Docs)

Recommended documents:

• Family register and composition form (if applicable)
• Evidence of planned tourism activities in Australia (Itinerary, Planned Activities, etc.)
• Evidence of the financial status and funding (Bank Statement, Payslip, Title Deed, Tax Document, etc.)
• Evidence of current employment or self-employment (Employment Certificate, Leave Notice, Business Registration, etc.)

Step 4: Pay the Australian tourist visa application fee

Submit all your documents and pay the Australia visa application fee. You can pay using PayPal or credit card.

How much is the Australia visitor visa fee?

As of publication date, the visa application fee for Australia visitor visa (subclass 600 ) is AU$190 (₱7,000) . This still does not include the processing fee of AU$2.66 (₱100). You may check the Australia visa fees estimator for the latest fees.

Once you pay, you will then get an acknowledgement email that your Australian tourist visa application has been received.

Step 5: Schedule your biometrics collection at VFS Global

After submitting your Australia tourist visa application, you will receive an email containing the biometric requirement letter from the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs.

You will then need to book an appointment at VFS Global in Manila or Cebu to have your biometrics data collected. Take a copy of that email along with your Philippine passport on your scheduled appointment date.

Do note that biometrics collection fee is ₱557 . You may read the breakdown of fees and biometrics collection guide by VFS Global  to know more.

Step 6: Keep calm and wait for your Australia tourist visa

Australia visa processing time could vary from 48 hours to 22 working days. Fortunately, I got my multiple-entry Visitor Visa (subclass 600) after five working days. That quick!

Tip: You may check the Australian visa processing times online , which is updated every month, so you’ll have an idea on how long your visa application may be processed.

Australian visitor visa cost breakdown

• Australia visa application fee = AU$190 (₱7,000) + payment service fee of AU$2.66 (₱100)
• Biometrics collection fee = ₱557
• Bank certificate / statements = ₱100

Estimated Total = ₱7,757

More of less, you will have to prepare around ₱8,000 for your Australia visitor visa application.

Australia visitor visa application tips to increase chances of approval

As what I’ve said, my friend was denied on his first Australian tourist visa application, but he applied right after adding more supporting documents. If you get denied, re-evaluate your application, correct any error, add more proofs of travel capacity, and re-apply as soon as you can! There is no holding time for Australia visa re-application. You may also check our tips to increase chances of visa approval .

Tip #1: Submit certified true copies of documents

If your documents look dubious, I recommend that you submit certified true copies of these documents before scanning and submitting them online. My friend submitted a not-so-professional-looking payslip. We think it was a major factor for his visa denial.

Tip #2: Attach supporting documents

Flight tickets and hotel reservations are NOT required, but they could show proof that you are capable of paying for your travels and that you will return to your home country because you already booked a return ticket.  My friend didn’t attach these documents on his first application.

Tip #3: Scan the printed copies of your bank statements

Downloaded copies of your online bank statements do not count as official bank statements. My friend did this in his attempt to save money. Do not scrimp on your official documents. You have to request an official bank certificate and bank statements from your bank, scan, and attach them to your online visa application.

Tip #4: Show proof of travel history

You may attach old visas, eVisas, and passport stamps on your old and new passport.

Tip #5: Create a cover letter

A cover letter is not required for Australia visa, but it doesn’t hurt to submit one, especially if your situation needs to be explained. My friend submitted a cover letter on his re-application, and it worked!

Tip #6: When traveling as a group, input your group name

If you are traveling with someone or with a group, you could indicate this in Step 2. You can assign a group name with a list of members. Tell your travel buddies to input the same group name when they apply for their own visas individually. With this, the Australian embassy can tell who you’re traveling with, and crosscheck all your information.

Hope you find this Australian visa guide for Filipinos helpful. Best of luck in your Australia tourist visa application!

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Disclaimer: I don’t claim to be a visa expert here. Although I was granted a multiple-entry Australia visitor visa, I still recommend that you visit the Australian Embassy in the Philippines and the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs for your questions and concerns. This visa guide was originally published in Jan 2019 but has since been updated for freshness and accuracy of information.

How to Apply For Australia Tourist Visa for Filipinos

Australia, the land down under, is an extremely efficient country so you won’t have difficulty getting an Australia Tourist visa from The Philippines. For starters, you can apply online – very easy, simple, and convenient. In case you are curious about how to apply, here is our guide on how to apply for  Australia Tourist Visa for Filipinos with a Philippines Passport.

The process is quick, especially if you have complete documents. It takes can take a day to lodge your application. You’ll just have to wait to be contacted by immigration for a health exam. Once everything is done and you are approved, a Visa Grant Notice will be given to you!

Compared to any other Western country, Australia is very welcoming and allows incredible ease for individuals to get their visa applications in. If you are planning to head over, work on your Australian visa application today and who knows, you might squeeze that trip in before the year ends!

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Table of Contents

8 Steps for Getting an Australian Visa for Filipinos

To make it even easier for you, we have provided an extensive guide below to walk you through the entire process. All the best!

1. Determine what kind of visa you need.

Use the Visa Finder to see what options are available to you. The purpose of your travel determines the appropriate visa application. Options include a Visitor visa (subclass 600), Carer via (subclass 116), and a Partner visa (subclasses 820 and 801) among many others. Eligibility criteria are set for each to better help you identify which fits your situation best.

For those visiting Australia for a vacation, the best choice is the Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Tourist Stream. You can go to Australia as a tourist and even visit family or friends! You can stay for a maximum of 12 months, but you can be granted 3 or 6 months depending on the Immigration.

2. Prepare the Requirements

After determining what kind of visa you want, you can check the requirements needed on the details. For Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Tourist Stream, here are what you may need:

• Valid Passport – you will need to scan the bio page of your passport that shows your name as well as passport details; in case, it’s you have a change of name due to marriage, you can also attach a Marriage Certificate
• Family Registration and Composition – Birth Certificate and Marriage Certificate in case you have a change of your name.
• Financial Capacity – proof that you can afford to stay and leave and leave Australia, you can submit your Bank Statements , Credit Card Limit, Pay slips, etc.
• Invitation Letter – in case a friend or relative living in Australia has invited you; don’t forget that they must state their relationship to you, how many days you are staying, if you will be staying with them, and if they will sponsor your stay
• Itinerary – what you will do in Australia, your plans
• Evidence of Current Employment or Self Employment – Pay slip, Letter from Employer with current role, evidence of leave, business registration
• Proof of your deep ties or that you will return home – letter from your employer or school that you will return , you have immediate family members in your home country, or proof that you own a house or assets in the Philippines (e.g., titles, car registration, etc.)
• Proof you can return home – may be a bank statement or a flight ticket back home
• Passport-Sized Photo – soft copy, 45X35MM
• Application Form  – to be accomplished online
• Travel History  – copies of your old visa and stamps

3. Create an ImmiAccount.

Access the online services of the Department of Immigration and Border Protection by creating an ImmiAccount to facilitate your application. This will be your primary contact point where you will submit, process, and get updates on your application. The interface is user-friendly and you will not have a lot of trouble navigating the platform.

4. Fill out the online application form.

Go to “New Application.” Choose “Visitor” then Visitor Visa (600) Provide all the information needed to complete your Australian visa application. This involves pertinent details like personal information, desired travel dates, financial capabilities, and so on.

Also, if you are visiting a partner, friend, or family, you will be required to put in information about them too, such as their name, address, and other contact details. The form is very thorough. Just answer it to the best of your abilities. Add all the necessary details and be as specific as you can.

5. Attach the required documents.

Several documents are needed to support your application. Mostly, it is concerned with providing evidence on how you are going to fund your travel to Australia. To meet the requirements, scan copies of your bank statements and assets and attach it to your ImmiAccount. If you have a separate payroll and savings account, scan copies of both. As for assets, this includes a land or house title, mortgage, or investments that you have. Even if your trip will be funded in full by another person, there is no going around showing your assets.

Review your application form and attachments then proceed to payment. Again, it is a hassle-free online transaction. The cost will vary depending on the visa that you are seeking and the exchange rate for the day. Credit card fees apply, too. AUD 150 is the minimum amount.

7. Download the health assessment endorsement.

The health exam is only applicable if you plan to stay longer than 3 months and/or depending on your age.

In the summary of your application, there is a button on health assessment. You can click on it to generate a HAP ID and download your referral letter for a health exam. Hold on to this document until Immigration contacts you via e-mail instructing you to proceed with the medical.

Once you receive this confirmation, print out your referral letter and go to an accredited medical institution. You have two options: Nationwide Health Systems Aux, Inc. in Salcedo St. Legaspi Village, Makati, or St Luke’s Medical Center Extension Clinic in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

Remember to bring your valid passport and referral letter from the Australian Embassy. You need the HAP ID to lodge the results of your health exam. Take any relevant medical record or certificate, too. Also, for female applicants, schedule your exam at least a week after menstruation. There is a timeframe for which you must finish the health exam so plan accordingly. The cost of the medical is PHP 6,000 in NHS. Repeat tests are not covered and additional fees apply.

The clinic will forward the results to Immigration. It does not take long.

8. Visa Grant Notice

If successful, your Australian visa grant will be sent to you via e-mail. Print the Visa Grant Notice and present this to the immigration officers.

That is how you can apply for an Australia Tourist Visa with your Philippines Passport. I hope you have learned a lot from this article and can visit the land down under and see some Kangaroos. Should you need assistance, we also offer a Visa Application Bundle Service . Good luck!

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How long does the tourist visa application takes?

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Hi, would you have information if they are not granting tourist visa to kids? Have been waiting for over 3 months now. Thanks.

I am also waiting for the result of my visa application. My friend and I submitted the application last June 29, 2022. My friend got his last July 26, 2022. The status is my visa application is still reflecting “RECEIVED”. Not sure what’s going on.

Probably still processing – there might be a surge of applications.

Hello! I am a Filipino citizen but I am a permanent resident here in the U.S for 23 years. I have to attend a special event in Brisbane. What are the requirements to apply for a visa?

hi I want to bring my partner here for a holiday visa she is from the Philippines and not knowing how to arrange what do I have to do please can someone please assist me thanks

Do you offer a service to process all of the above, and how much is the service fee?

Has anyone received their visa grant after AU’s opening of the border last February?

hi everyone, just trying my luck, who here have experience applying for visa 461 NZ citizen family relation? my brother who is an NZ citizen and now currently in Melbourne invited me to come to Australia and one option for visa is the subclass 461, does anybody here have experience applying for this kind of visa? thanks to those who will reply

The medical centers are both fully booked until August. May I know if any way can do the health assessment quicker?

Hello. I’m a medical technologist from Philippine Red Cross Ilocos Norte (permanent position). My boyfriend wants me to visit Australia and apply for a tourist visa. 1) Will my certificate of employment from National Red Cross be enough or should i still secure a letter from my employer that i will return to Philippines. I would visit Aus for most probably 1 month. 2.) I just had my passport this june 2020 and no history of travel yet. Is it okay? Thank you so much! Hoping for your feedbakc.

Hi good day, just wanted to know the requirements for my second visit soon to Australia would be the same as the requirements of my first visit ? Please let me know, thanks.

Yes, Australia is not yet open though

Hello Ms. Lyza, is it a good try to apply for a tourist visa po right now i mean this year 2021? will they process my application po kaya as a tourist?

i do not recommend po to process it, I’m not sure if they deny or the process is longer

Hi good day po may boyfriend want me to visit australia this december gusto ko sanang malaman kung anong visa po ang pwedi kung gamitin pls help me po.

Tourist po is okay.

Thank you for the information. It serves me as my guide to my visit in Australia. See you soon…. 😉

Hi im daisy from Philippines if possible now can apply the visa to Austria my boyfriend invite me to go there and we planning to married in Austria. Please reply me thanks …

good day everyone. I just want to ask kung may limit ba ang pagbisita sa Australia?

I just want to inquire my boyfriend can still process if he staying overseas. He is working in China and would like to visit me here in australia for 10days. May i know what we need to do.

Thanks Cleo

My gay fiancé of 7 years (Philippines citizen) and I(USA citizen) would like to get legally married in Australia. My partner has no assets, as we live together for 6+ years in the Philippines through my income. I have transferred money every month into his bank account. We’ve traveled to Hong Kong twice and Taiwan once together over these 6 years. Will a lack of assets be a problem for him to obtain a tourist visa?

Hi William. We are facing the same problem. My girlfriend and I plan to get married in Australia, so we can apply for a CR-1 visa in US. I don’t think lack of assets will hinder getting an approved tourist visa. I suggest looking at Affidavit of Support as an additional document.

Hi, is there a minimum how much funds should a person have on acc to be able to get tourist visa for 3, 6 or 12 months?

How to get australian visa for a filipinos?

If a Philippino is granted a Australian Visa how long is it active for. With the Corona Virus on the spread now flights might be 6/12 months away; Does the Visa stay active until the first entry or departure point. ????

hi,im from phil. A good freind of invites me to see his country,so I travel to nsw australia last 2013 with my tourist visa.now i wanna apply again for tourist visa because plenty of places i want to see and visit.with defferent person whos gonna ivites me.now my concern for the requirement to apply as same visa.

Hi! What does did you put in the “national identity card” option of the main application? I was wondering if this involves the PhilSys ID or any govt issued ID.

don’t put any – then sa next part na other identification dun ka na mag add ng mga gov’t ID’s na meron ka.

It’s the UMID card if you already have.

hi. im from Philippine but i stay at malaysia because im working here, so how i get tourist visa while im here? can you help me to my question ? thank you.

YES – all you need to do is to create an account online then fill out the form.

I already have a visa which will expire soon. However, I decided to postpone my trip due to the COVID 19. How do I extend my visa? Or do I re-apply ?

You need to re-apply and would have to make sure to write a cover letter why your visa is unused and most probably you’d get a new visa with the same requirements.

hello ms kach, is there a standard form for the cover letter for unused visa? or a free form letter will do?

thank you in advance.

a Free form letter is okay but just make it personalised.

Our medical record is finished last February 5, 2020. The medical examination was conducted by St. Luke’s . They tell us that we just wait for an email by the Australian embassy. Until now there is no email from the embassy it almost a month already. We taught its only 20 days for the processing of visitors visa for the Filipinos.

according to the immi website, upto 34 days na yung processing ng visa. patiently wait na lang po ng email.

Has anyone here traveled to NSW and back home here in PH? Just wanted to know if there are travel restrictions applied due to COVID-19 and what are those restrictions so far especially at the airport? I’ve been checking updates on websites but so far none have mentioned about Filipinos traveling to AU.

Hoping anyone can share his/her experience during the COVID-19 outbreak. My trip will be early next month. Thanks in advance.

Hi, just got back from Sydney last week and we’re from Manila. So far no issues, same incoming and outgoing process.

Thank you Abby for the response. I am just worried because I will be traveling with my 2 year old daughter. Also, at the moment, we are in monitoring of the situation until April if we are going to postponed the trip or not because the number of cases in AU is getting higher. 🙁

Hopefully the situation will not get worse come April.

Hi Guys! quick question, i encountered an error message as i try to access my immi account – error, close other browser, kinda like that. I’m trying to apply for a visa. i already did some troubleshooting, clear cache but still not working. thanks

I am just a bit confused with the validity of my Australian visa. It says I must not arrive after 16-Aug, but that is also the expiry date. So, I can enter Australia before 16-Aug and still stay there for 3 months?

To anyone know, kindly advise.

pwedeng mag apply then automatic mag apply yung bridging visa once matapos yung existing visa.

Hello my Mom and Dad including my younger sister will go to Australia, Do they need to create individual account to apply visa or only one can do for everybody?

Hi, You can create new application using just one immi account. 🙂

I would like to ask I am applying for visitor 600 Visa, I have send the documents for my husband already but for myself I wasnt able to send because the immiaccount was already used.Do I need to make another immiaccount for my own documents to be sent?pls.reply.thanks and God bless dangz

I think you don’t need to create another account. Just click on “New Application” (upper left corner) when you log in into your immiaccount.

Hello I’m in HK now any suggestion which one is easier to apply a tourist visa ,HK or Phil’s.?malaki kc need sa financial records aabot ng 30k HKd LAlo na DH work dto sa HK,any opinion po ?my invitation na ako from my sponsor. Plan to process mga June or July.salamat po

Hello, is there anyone here who would love to share his/her experienced the moment you arrived at Sydney Airport? This will be my first time to travel overseas, so I wanted to at least have an idea what to do first…is the Immigration (arrival card) will be given once I board the plane here in Manila? Where to go, basically what needs to be done first, etc. 🙂

Thanks in advance.

Binibigay yung arrival card 1-2 hours before landing. depende sa airlines. kung may layover ka, sa 2nd flight towards to Sydney na yung bigay ng arrival card.

Thank you for the information. 😀

This is Kim from Philippines and I am inquiring regarding the sponsorship of my boyfriend in Australia. Me and my boyfriend is trying to find out and worried because he had a fewdrink driving in the past all prior to 2009 and his last time was charged with assault to police aswell as drink driving the assaualt was not physical assault it was a police officer feared him as he looked threatening. So his only crimes are drink driving and 1 assault police, and minor things like no registration speeding. Will this be a problem for his sponsorship and if not is he can sponsor me 100%? Thank you and hope for response

Hello Kim, As far as I remember there’s no questions on the application regarding if the sponsor had a criminal offense/conviction. It’s more of the applicants background/character declarations.

Hope this will help. 🙂

Hi.. We are planning to go to Australia this September with my foreign boyfriend. We are living together here in the Philippines for 3years now. What would be the requirements for me to comply? Thank you

Hi! Thank you for your helpful blog about the application process you went through. I have already received my Health Test request from Immi and I have that scheduled at NHS in Makati too. I would just like to ask for tips as to how early should I get there since they’re on a first come, first serve basis. And how long did the whole health testing go for? Thank you. 🙂

hello, I arrived around 8:30AM and before 11AM, I’m done with the whole process + may mga senior pa na pinauna sakin. Mas maaga mas okay.

Thanks for the reply, Kim. I appreciate it. I constantly referred to your blog about the visa processing when I was still applying online. Thanks again for the tips! more power! 🙂

Hi! If somebody will sponsor my trip, what requirements must I submit?

From your sponsor? Well….of course Invitation Letter, Evidence of the financial status and funding for visit like his payslip, bank statement, etc.; proof of residence; you also need his passport; evidence of relationship to the sponsor, anything that you can provide to them just upload it. 🙂

Hello po, My Visa has been approved. Do I still need to present document / letter that someone (my father, who I’m travelling with) will sponsor my trip to Immigration?

Hi. How much should I have on my bank account for the tourist visa application?

I don’t have much on my account. I only have around 40K when I applied for 2 weeks stay in Australia.

I’m planning to go back to Australia on march for the third time. And this time, I’m bringing my girlfriend. However, she does not have a travel history abroad. Is this going to affect her chances of getting approved of tourist visa? Thanks

Hi Miggy, I don’t have previous travel outside the country as well, but my tourist visa was granted. 😀

Thank you. That’s a relief. Did you apply online? And was it visitor subclass 600? Thanks for your reply haze!

Yes. I lodged my application for Subclass 600.

You’re welcome.

I mean I lodged my apllication online.

Yep. Applied online.

hello…anyone here who lodged his/her application online on 26th January and got the result already? 🙂

Just an update ….got my Visa Grant yesterday, February 11. 16 days from the day I lodged my application online! Yey!!! 😀

Hello Haze,

Just to clarify, do I need to get a certified copy of my biodata page or will a scanned copy suffice? I’m a bit confused as I’ve asked around and a friend of mine said they just scanned the documents; however, it says otherwise in my Immi account.

Hoping for your response. Thank you in advance.

Hello Fai, I just scanned mine. A photo will do actually just make sure it’s a clear copy. 🙂

I am not sure what’s your immiaccount requires you to do. Maybe try on checking the format of the documents before you upload them. Most of my documents are on *.pdf and *.jpeg file format. And some of my requirements were just photos taken using my phone. 🙂

Thank you for responding. I’m amost done with my application. Hope I can secure my visa after Easter.

You’re welcome. Good luck with your application. Sure you will get the decision before Easter coz mine only took 16 calendar days. 😀

Hi Ate Kach,

Thank you for the very helpful information here. I have already submitted my application. Should I proceed with my health exams even without the advise from the immigration yet?

check your immi account, if there’s a health assessment required, mag medical ka.

Thank you, Ate Kach. I already had my biometrics and medical. How long should I wait for the visa assessment?

17-28 days, according to the immi website

Hi. I will be sponsoring friends for Visa Sub-Class 600 who are coming for a two week holiday to Perth this year. What details or questions do I need to answer?

Hi, I’m holding the old 457 visa before immigration changed it and I’m working more than 2 yrs now sponsored by componie. And now able to apply for PR and my employer willing to sponsored me. but my English score not higher. We still can apply for PR ? Much wandiring because im runing 40 of age. Thanks!!!

DO YOU NEED A RETURN TICKET WHEN APPLY FOR LESS THAN 3 MONTHS

Hello Ms. Kath, ask ko lang po sana if granted ang tourist visa my possible po pwd magbridge to other visa pag andon na before ma expire?

pwd mag apply ng new visa kahit my existing visa pa? Thank you so much.

Hello. I applied online and got it approved. Do i have stamp on it?

How Long did you get your visa approved after submitting online? Thanks!

No stamp, just print the document of the approval online.

Hello, I only applied for a single entry tourist visa. I would just like to know if there are cases that they will grant a multiple entry, even if you applied for a single entry? Thanks in advance. 😀

Hi i plan to apply as a tourist, how much do you think is the estimated amount to go through all this? Excluding the airfare. Thanks.

Hi I’m a Filipina living in UAE. Planning to visit Australia on my vacation leave. Can I apply my visa here or wait till I get back home to PH? My country of origin will be PH tho. Thank you.

You can apply there since you can do it online. =)

Hello, I just want to know on which part in attaching documents (online lodging) I can attach the pictures as another evidence of relationship to my sponsor which is my boyfriend?

Can you please tell me how much are the fee of tourist visa for Philippino to Australia ?( less than 3 months)

Hello, i am a filipino citizen living in Italy. I would like to know if there are people here who also live in other countries applying for Australian Tourist Visa and What did you specify on the question: In the last five years, has any applicant visited, or lived, outside their country of passport, for more than 3 consecutive months? Do not include time spent in Australia. Do i need to specify the date when i came here in Italy until now? The form shows me the calendar but what should i put on the end date? Thanks in advance

Hi, my fiance and I is planning to apply for the Partner visa this January and after lodging- can I apply for the Tourist visa (around Feb or March) while waiting for the result of the Partner visa?

Thank you for the info.

Hi, in my experience I lodged the two Visa Application at the same time. The Result of Tourist Visa Application usually made shorter period of time than the Fiance Visa. By the way where is your plan to lodge your Application? Is it in your Country of Origin or in Australia?

Thanks Ayla, I plan to lodge the application here in Thailand since I am working here rather than lodging it back to the Philippines. Another question tho, for the fiancee visa, do I have to apply for it off-shore or can my fiance apply it for me. Sorry for asking, i’m confused a bit. Thank you again.

Hi Jenn, I lodged the 2 Visas (Tourist and Fiance) in the Philippines. Tourist Visa result granted after 15days then after 3months staying in Australia on Tourist Visa I returned to the Philippines and a month later I recieved my Fiance Visa. I’m not too sure Dear if it is a good idea if you lodge it in Thailand. Goodluck?.

Did you DIY both visas or an agent helped you? And is it your first time to do it? 🙂 Thanks for the information. Much needed advice.

Did you DIY both visas or an agent helped you? And was it your first application? I’m sorry if i’m asking too many questions, we’re looking for the best option as we’re both novice at this but thank you for the answers 😀

It was my first time and Yes I did it my self in collaboration with my Fiance in collecting requested documents for both visa. Just submit the documents that are only necessary and requested.

Thank you for the information Ayla. You’re such a big help 😀 God bless you!

Hi, I just want to ask kung ilang years na yung relationship nyo? plan ko na kasi mag apply ulit pabalik ng Australia. nakapagvisit na ako dun last Oct 2019 – for 3 months. thanks

Finally got my grant today for my application lodge last November 26. For everyone who are still waiting for theirs, goodluck! And just be patient!

Hi Guys, Anyone in here have already got their Visa result which was lodged early December 2019? I have lodged my tourist visa sub class 600 last 4th of December through online but until now my Status still on “Received”. Is their anyone in here has the same experience of still waiting for a luck to hear for any update of our Visa Application? Thanks you! Good luck to Us all.

hi, what documents have you sent online? I am currently applying for sub class 600 too.

All of what they required in the application eg COE, Bank Statement, Approved Leave etc…

A quick question, I’m currently a gradschool student and let’s say I have like around 5-6k US dollars in my bank account. Am I qualified for a tourist visa?

Just received my grant notif today. Lodged mine on 12/03/2019. Goodluck!

Hi guys. Please please please. Anyone from the Philippines who recently travelled to Australia? Are they requiring the polio vaccine certificate? Thanks in advance!

Hi S! NOpe they are not requiring polio vaccine

Thanks Mimi! ?

Hi I’m david LeRoy 59yld male I am currently in Cebu Phillippins and want to apply for a visa to stay longer It’s only my second time to the Phillippins the first time I went to the Phillippins albassy in Sydney Australia to apply and get visa

I Want to apply for another visa but I don’t know we’re to go which office or the name of Place we’re to go could you please give me I’m formation on we’re to go and contact details of authorities I go to Thank you David leroy

hello david, all you need to do is to go to Cebu Immagration and apply for visa extention. its a 2 month extention and cost 2,970 peso.

It’s my 2nd time applying for tourist visa, I was granted a visa the first time I applied, do you think they will deny my application? I lodge my application thru VFS manila last November 19 and still waiting

Hey River. Thanks for the information but I have a question. If the embassy grants your visa (subclass 600), how long before the visa expires? Ex. Japan visa should be used 3 months after approved by the embassy.

Hey Guys any update with your Visa application? any grant for application lodged on last week of Nov onwards?

Hi River, haven’t received any updates on my application that I lodged last Nov 26. When did you lodge yours?

Have you received yours?

Lodged Dec 6, Subclass 600 still waiting

Lodged mine 12/03. They are on holiday til 01/01 and will resume on 01/02. Planning to visit Aus on 01/04. Do you guys know if there is a refund if ever I withdraw my application? Still hoping to get my approval on 01/02 and 01/03

Hi River, finally got mine yesterday. 🙂

Hey Cha! Just received mine today. Though it is late already, good thing its good for 1 yr for multiple entries. Good luck!

You received your visa on a Sunday?

Been reading the comments here and noticed that the visa grant took over a month as opposed to what I’ve been reading before (4 days up to 8 days). But I wonder why it’s now taking a little longer. I’ve booked a ticket for March 14 and thought of lodging it by late February (thinking the processing will really just take a week) but thank goodness I came across this.

Good day! Would like to ask if do you have any idea if working holiday in Australia possible for Filipinos?

No. May mga eligible countries lang na pwede for working holiday visa.

Hey guys, submitted the visa application on the 15th of December. I’ve noticed a lot of people in these comments have gotten their visas approved in roughly 27 days but I’m just wondering if anyone on here has ever got theirs approved within a week or two? Also can you fast track it?

Did anyone receive their visa grants since last week? When did you lodge it and how long was the waiting time? Just curious as I’m still waiting for mine and I might have to wait for next year for any progress on my application due to the holiday season.

Hi Cha! When did you lodge your application?

Hi Em! Lodge mine last November 26. So I’m guessing it might take until after the holidays for it to be fully processed. Anyway, did you applied and got your visa approved already? How long was the processing time?

Lodged mine last Dec 3 🙁 But Im still hoping I’ll receive it before the month ends ☹️

Ohh 🙁 there’s been delay in processing visas probably due to the surge of applications they receive for the Christmas season. When is your planned travel date? Have you bought your tickets?

Hey Em. any updates with your application? lodged mine last Dec 3 as well and still on received status. I’m planning to attach additional document not sure if this could help or worsen my situation. I just thought that the date submission of my application could be reset if I try to attach additional document. any ideas?

Hi River! I would like to ask if you attached additional documents while waiting for the status of you application? Or did you just wait until you received your visa? Thank you!!

Hey Cha! any updates with your application? Hopefully we can receive updates within this week. Cheers!

Hey Cha! any updates with your application? hopefully they grant our visa within this week, lodged mine on 12/03 same as Em. Cheers!

Still on received status. When is your travel dates?

On the first week of January. How about you?

Ohh goodluck! Anyway, I’m planning on going there around February! Opted not to buy tickets yet per my friend’s advise just incase delays happen.

I haven’t bought yet my ticket too. and ticket price is getting higher and higher while my planned date is coming. the last cheapest price I saw was around 70k. anyway, I just noticed that global processing times was just adjusted today from 18 to 16 -27 days. please let me know once you received any feedback I am actually using your application as my benchmark lol

Hi River, sure! Will give you updates if there’s any progress to my application. Goodluck to us! 🙂

Still no grant ?☹️

Hi, I have never traveled outside the country yet, what am I gonna put to travel history if my application asked me to attach one?

i didn’t put any since wala din akong travel history outside the country pero na-approved pa din visa ko.

Hi Does anyone know if polio vaccine certificate is a requirement when going to Australia? The grant says they recommend it especially from those countries with cases of Polio. I’m from the Philippines

Hi abby! Just traveled last week to australia. They didn’t ask for it the polio vaccine certificate

Great! Thanks Mae! I assume your’re from the Philippines too? 🙂

Got my parents grant visa emailed this morning at 8:57 from immigration manila. Lodged thru VFS manila Lodged-Sept.26 Grant date-Dec. 11 55 days i think to be exact not included weekends. I also contacted home and affairs yesterday noon to follow up the status of their visa,but since they applied it offshore i was not allowed to know the details but the one i spoke to said that if i filled up the form 956 to follow up on my parents behalf, they could have try to check it to their system. Anyway,i was about to do that this morning but im glad the visa arrived;not on time because they suppose to come here on Nov 22 but its fine atleast they got the grant multiple visa. To everyone, i wish you get yours too very soon.This year is different wherein everyone are waiting for long not unlike before that it will only take 2days to weeks only. Just be patient,good luck and advance merry xmas everyone!thank u as well to the owner of this site ?.cheers!

Thank you for this!

Day 27 today status received, praying to have the grant soon. its fortunate that our flight is on feb pa

prayer granted. date lodged nov 13 granted dec 10. kaya lang ang nakaka sad 2 of my companion were refused

Hi Ria, congrats! And sorry about your other companion. Anyway, was there a reason provided why they got refused and is it their first time to apply for the visa? I lodge mine last November and it’s still on received status, not in a hurry though since my planned trip will still be on Feb. But I’m a first time applicant and I’m a bit anxious while waiting for it! Lol

yes the reasons are provided and detailed, we’ll try any possibility for appeal or reapply

Did anybody get his grant today Dec 9? I applied Nov 7 and no grant until today

Got mine today. I lodged my app nov. 10. Case to case basis i think.

Congrats! Which time exactly you got the grant?

Hi everyone, I applied on Nov 8 and since then I’m still waiting. Does anybody know why is taking them so long? I’m concerned. Please share your experience

The delays have been happening since September. If you go through the thread, most of the applications lodged took more or less a month or so. We attributed it due to the bulk of applications due to the upcoming holiday. I lodged my application October 2, we got granted our visa Nov 4. I did send an online inquiry on October 30. Fortunately, our trip is still end of December. Good luck on ur application..i hope it gets granted on time

Hi guys..i am new in this forum. I lodged my visa app last nov 10 and still waiting. Do you guys happen to know if there is any number in australia where i can call to follow up my visa application? Thank u in advance

If you applied online you can send an inquiry through their website.

They are some dudes here who applied and receive their grants after almost a month.

It depends on your case, the country you are from, and you have to be patient

Yeah, i submitted my application online. And i did it here in philippines. I checked my immi account for their email address so i can email them, but i cannot find any address that can be use to email my follow up or inquiry. That is why i am asking maybe someone here knew a way to contact them.

Sheh, I just heard that you can send an inquiry but I don’t really know how to do that.

A friend of mine submitted around 45 papers to his tourist visa application and got the grant after 37 days.

I just thought maybe the higher number of documents may prolong the processing time, how many documents did you upload?

I submitted only 24 pages out of 60. I was thinking it was very less comparing to others. But i was specific i submitted only those docs that i thought was necessary.

I think you just have to wait couple of days, if they wanted to reject your visa they could have done it already.

24 pages are good if they include everything necessary.

I don’t know if they grant visas on weekends. You don’t have to get worried, if there isn’t grant for today or tomorrow.

Hi joey. I got my visa today morning..

Hi guys, I got my visa yesterday. Exactly 23 days, I think there’s no within 5 days now. Applied Nov 12, 2019 Visa grant Dec 5, 2019 Immigration must have changed their system and strictly implemented the processing duration from 18-28 days. Just be patient and pray more

Hi jazz, I applied on Nov 9, still “received”, 27 days have passed. What is your opinion about my case?

Shen, same as me except I applied on Nov 9, still waiting, where are you from?

I’m from Philippines. It may depend on the country

Hi hizzi, i am also from philippines. I am worried coz my class will start o january 6, and until now i dont have my visa. I also heard that holiday there will start early,like dec. 20 and will resume on january 5. I confirmed it with my aussie friend. I also knew some people from dubai and saudi who got their visa after only a week.

Hi Sheh. I called up this number +612 61960196 but the guy I spoke to cannot give the exact stages of my visa. He said on process. And told me to wait and check with the email and IMMI Account. Then after so many hours I got my visa. But the visa approval have nothing to do with my call. I just wasted my time and money for the long distance call.

Hi zeny, actually i called the same number, it was given by my friend,and yeah, they dont know anything. They just gave me the same info that I already know and told me that they cannot do anything to speed up the process, just wait for the approval. I also reiterated that the processing time given already lapsed but she just told they cannot do anything and i only have to wait. It is so frustrating.

hi, I lodged my aplication last Nov 12 and we got our grant notification this evening, Dec 5. Your posts was very helpful. It took 23 calendar days which is around 18 working days to be exact, to be granted the visa. For those who are about to apply, I suggest you apply 2 months before your intended flight, it would be good for your peace of mind. God Bless you, thank you.

I applied on Nov 9 still waiting, can I know which country are you from?

1st time applicant here date lodge nov 13 status received waiting game until dec 10. hope not beyond that date

Hi we have similar status. First time-date lodged Nov 13. Today was my flight but I rebooked it for next week dec 11. I hope it does not take beyond 27 procesdding days as what they’ve stated in the immiaccount website.

Some have granted the visa within 10 days other it took them almost a month, all have applied in November this year.

It may depend on the country that you are from, it may depend on the complicity of your case. Just hope for the best

complexity***

Ria, Dane, did anybody get their visa? I think it them so long, I’m very worried

Hi Hizzi. still waiting

Ria, my case is still received, what about yours?

still received. hopefully this week we already have the results

No updates yet. My rebooked flight is on wednesday dec 11, 2019.

Hi, Anyone who applied on November 11 onwards and got approved?

Hi, I applied on Nov 9 and no response yet. Still “received”. I started to worry now. Please tell me if you got approved or anyone else

Still received as well. Last couple of times I applied I was able to get it in 4 and 5 days. Does anyone know if they send grants even at night?

Hi Abby, did you get your visa? I think it took so long now

Hi Hizzi. Yes I did last night around 8:17 PM Lodged November 11 and granted Dec 5 around 8:17 PM. I’m from the Philippines.

Congrats! 8:17 pm in Philippines time or which time?

Philippine Time 🙂

Thanks for this information. I will fund my travel except for the accommodation which will is at my partner’s mom’s and grandparents’ houses (both aussies). Do I need to submit a document/proof to support this? What are the documents? Looking forward to hear your insights about this. Thanks a lot.

ohhh and another thing, is it necessary to include photos of me and my boyfriend (aussie)? Which part of the list of documents should it be attached? Thanks

Does anybody know how much time does the processing take these days?

Mine lodged Nov 9 and no response yet. I’m stressed my flight is very soon

Can we expect a response on Saturday or Sunday? Or no work at weekends

Applied on Nov 9 and no response yet. Still “received”

Applied Nov 18 Visa grant Dec 3

Congrats MIMI, which country are you from? philippines?

I think processing time may differ according to the country

hi im a Philippine passport holder but I am here in brunei as ofw, I lodge my tourist visa application subclass 600 December 6, my flight is on Jan. 22,2020

Hello guys. I applied last nov 9. My visa is not approve yet. I still waiting until now. I am very patient

Hi, I applied on 9th Nov as well, still waiting. It says on the website “recieved”. Anybody here got their visa when they applied after 9th Nov?

Just count with weekdays not weekend I think.

Yes, I think so. I haven’t received any response from them yet. What about u?

Me too. I didn’t receive my visa approve yet. Even I have rebook already on dec 4 from 23 nov ticket. If none then I will rebook again. Because I visit to my boyfriend.

Me too. I didn’t receive my visa approve yet. Even I have rebook already on dec 4 from 23 nov ticket. If none then I will rebook again.

I have just got my visa granted. I’m very happy it arrived in time. What about yours?

How long was the visa processing in your case? And did it arrive just a few days before your departure date? Thanks.

Wow congrats Joey. I didn’t receive my visa I approve yet 🙁 I’m still waiting so I can rebook again

My departure date is 7 Dec. I applied on 9 Nov. Visa granted on 2 Dec. Processing time is 23 days.

C, hope your visa will be granted tomorrow, me and my friend applied at the same day but different time, I applied 8 hours earlier than her. Her case is still received, while I got the visa

Oh okay did you interview already? Or just email to you about visa approve right? Let me know

I don’t know about any interview. I have just heard from you. What is that interview for? I just got the visa on my email.

Hey joey I got visa approved I’m so happy hehehe. 23 days is count

Congrats! What is Duration ? Single or multiple?

Got mine and my sister’s. Date Lodged: Nov. 8 (around 6am) Date Granted: Nov. 29 (exactly 11 am). Both of our visas were mailed at the same time. Total wait: 21 days.

I was granted multiple entry while my sister was granted single entry due to being unemployed currently. Also, the status in the Immi website didn’t change before visa was granted since it was still ‘received’ at 9am, nov 29 when I checked.

Hi Aldrin. May I know the validity period of your multiple entry visa? Ours is only good for a year. Whereas in USA they are giving longer validity period up to 10 years and in Canada up to validity of the passport.

We got our multiple entry visit visa dated Nov. 28 after 24 days. My husband and I just requested for a single entry, my daughter only requested for a multiple entry but they grant us all a multiple entry. Date lodge. Nov 4.

Nice. Mine and my sister’s were lodged on Nov. 8 Hopefully I would get mine soon since yours and Z’s were lodge on Nov 4 and Nov 1.

Hi Zeny, may I know the intended date of travel you indicated in your application form? Mine was lodged last October 14, until now, I have not received my visa grant yet. Did you lodged your application thru VFS?

Hi Em. Date of travel is Dec. 9, 2019 so with my husband and my daughter. We lodged on IMMI Account last Nov. 4. Yesterday I called up Home Affairs in Australia but the staff there can not give the exact stage of our visa and he told me to just wait and check email and IMMI account. Sayang gumastos pa ako ng long distance twice, kase yung 1st call, ang tagal ng voice prompt, sa 2nd call nakausap ko ang live staff. Pero walang bearing yung call sa pag approve ng visa namin.

Lodged ours thru VFS. Wala din sila ma provide na specific status. True. Ang tagal nga ng queuing. At least na release visa niyo within that day after your call. Congrats! Ako, after my call last Wed, wala pa din. Dec 15 na flight, hopefully maka receive na ng email within the day or early next week.

Thanks Em. Samahan lang ng dasal tulad ng ginawa namin. Antay antay lang di pare pareho ang pagbibigay nila ng visa, yung iba maikli yung iba sobrang haba ng processing time. Sana before your flight makuha na ninyo ang visa. ?

Hi guys, for those who are still waiting for their Australian tourist visa. Just be patient. I just had my grant today. It took 28 days to be exact. Lodged via Immiaccount. Date lodged: Nov. 1, 2019 Date granted: Nov. 28, 2019 around 4:30pm

Hope everyone will be granted soon.

Hi Z. Glad you have yours. Still waiting 24 days already, so maybe 4 more days to wait. I called up immi home affairs 2 hours ago but cannot give the exact status of our tourist visa, he told me to wait and check the email and IMMI account.

I read the details and wouldlike to reconfirm that health assessment exam is not required for visa application if the duration of stay is less than 3months The intention is to apply for subclass 600 or tourist visa

To those who already got their visas, does the Immi status ever change from Received? Or is it Received until it suddenly changes on the day your visa is granted?

Hi Aldrin! Have you gotten your visa already? have you found out the answer for this? i’m confused as well. Thanks in advance

No. Still stuck with Received unfortunately.

If the visa application is granted, the status will say “finalised”.

That is kind of expected to change when the visa is granted. But I wanted to learn if there were in-between statuses like… “in progress” / “under review” / “preliminary assessment” or anything that would sort of indicate that there is something going on instead of just being stuck to “received”

Hi Aldrin. I called up this afternoon IMMI Home Affairs in Australia but the staff there cannot give the actual status of our visa. He told me just wait and check the email and IMMI Account. 24 days of waiting. Hoping our visa will be granted before the graduation of our daughter on Dec. 11.

can i do apply by walk in at makati or do i need an appointment to go there acctually this is my 2nd time but i forget already how coz its been 4yrs already please help me how tnx

Hello, Is there anyone here who applied for a tourist visa traveling with minor children? I would just like to ask what are important requirements that I need to provide for my daughter. She is only 2 yrs old and I am planning to lodge our application via ImmiAccount. What are the things I need to remember and should provide before lodging our application.

Hope to hear from someone who went through the process. Your help is greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance everyone.

I was contacted twice by the embassy. I missed the first call but the second one happened on a different day and I was able to answer it but no one is responding. Can someone provide any contact details we can reach to contact the embassy?

Hi guys! Has anyone applied for a visa online from Nov. 12 onwards? Did you receive a grant already? Our flight is on the first week of Dec and we still haven’r got ours yet.

I lodge thru VFS last September 23,but no visa until now. My flight is on Dec.5

Hi NONA, tourist visa rin ba ang in-apply mo or other visa? Kasi bat 2 months na wala parin update sa application mo?

Is it your first time to apply?

guys do you have your visa already? we applied online as group last october 25 and until now received pa din status

I applied Nov 12 also. Did you manage to get your visa for flight first week of Dec?

Hi Jazz, sadly we still have not received our visas yet. We’re still hoping to receive it this week. If not, we’ll have to rebook our tickets.

Hi Ann, Iam Worried also as I have received my visa in 5 days before. But this time its taking too long. I thought it will be the same like before. Please message me here if you got yours. Thanks

Hi Ann & Jazz, did you get your visa already? did you apply thur vfs or immi? im still waiting for my visa as well.

Hi Jazz & Ann, did you get your visa already? where did you apply, immi or vfs? im waiting as well for my visa approval. Same experience, last year i got my visa after 5 days . Please update me. Thank you

Hi Tina, I’m still waiting my visa and up to now there’s no email or any update in my immi online account. I rebook my ticket to end of Dec. I should have flown to au last Nov 26 but there’s no positive outcome yet so I rebook to Dec 29. Applied Nov 12 counting the days everyday and I’m hoping soon

Hi Jazz, did you get your visa approved already?

Ann and Jazz, have you got your visa yet? I applied on Nov 9 and I didn’t get it until now, still “recieved” it has been 24 days processing.

Hi, I launched my application last Nov. 13 and my flight is on the first week of Dec din. My colleague told me I should contact the embassy to have it followed-up. I am planning to wait til the 17th day processing time as what they’ve said in the immiaccount to contact the embassy. If wla pa din on the day of my flight, I’ll have to rebook my flight for another week and will probably contact the embassy for the change in dates.

Hi Dane! Did you receive your visa already? I’m already losing hope as our flight is near

Hi Ann. I just called up +612 61960196 and talked to live person to follow up the status of our family visa. But unfortunately, the status given to me is only on process. Can not give the exact stages of the visa. He told me if no other requirements is being ask, so nothing to worry. He told me to just wait and check our email and IMMI Account frequently. I told him I am checking my email 3 times a day so with my IMMI Account. I told him also that we will attend the graduation of our daughter in Australia on Dec. 11. Lodged: Nov 4. Sana maka abot sa graduation.

Hi Zeny, I also called that number last Wednesday since there’s no other way to verify the status here in the PH. I was also told the same thing – my application is still on process. Unfortunately, I haven’t received my visa grant yet as of this writing. Sana makahabol din for our confirmed flight on Dec 15.

Hi, wala pa din as of Dec 1, 2019. My flight is on the 4th of Dec 2019. I might have to rebook. I’ll update when I receive progress.

Ann, have you got your visa yet? I applied on Nov 9 and I didn’t get it until now, still “recieved” it has been 24 days processing

Hi! Has anyone here lodged their tourist visa application via immi account after Nov. 1 and was already granted? Thank you.

Hi Z, any news on your visa grant?

Hi ann i dont have a grant yet as of nov. 21. I am hoping to have it tomorrow or by next week.

Hi Z, did you receive your visa already?

Hello Ann! Wala pa rin grant as of nov. 24. 24 days of waiting also. Will post here if my update na.

Hi Z, I applied for Nov 12 but I’m still waiting their email and checking immi online account. I was thinking they will grant me within 5 days. Unfortunately up to now there’s no email yet even my online shows only RECEIVED.Can you reply here if you get yours?

Hi Jazz! Yes i will. Once i have an update. We might have the same situation. Last year, my visa was granted after 4 days. It is just this year that the wait is too agonizing. Lodged my tourist visa application via immi account nov.1. It’s the 25th day today. Status “received”

Hi Z, did you get your visa already? im waiting as well for my visa approval.

Hi Z! did you get your visa already? im waiting as well for my visa approval.

Hello Rina! I have not. Im still waiting. When did you lodge your application? And is it thru online or vfs?

Hi Cecilia. I applied in Dec of 2018 and got refused. I re-applied in Jul of 2019 and got approved. You can always try again and provide a clear itinerary and how you will fund your trip. Good luck!

I applied SubClass 600 and got refused. I dont know what to do now. I really waNna try it again. Can apply SubClass 600 again?

Thank you for you tips. What should i do now? I got refused last August 22 2019. And i want to try it again. Do i have to remove my immi account and apply new one? Pls. I really need your help. Thank you

We still don’t have our visas as of 1pm and we’re still hoping to receive it soon. Our luggages are already packed.

Ours is via group online application. We sent our enquiry form a few days ago and today.

Hi Joy, i lodged my tourist visa via immi account last nov.1 and still dont have the result as of nov. 20. This is my third time applying for the subclass600. My previous applications last year got approved within 4 days. I hope we both get the grant soon.

Same here I was granted two times before Nd got the visa within 6 days. But this time it took them so long to assess. Are they following now the time frame? Or getting strict releasing tourist visa?

Hi Joy! Did you get your visa on time? I hope you did!

Hi Maine! Unfortunately, we missed our flight yesterday. Still no visa as of 11/21/2019 1:45pm 🙁 we really need to get it by tomorrow and book another flight for tomorrow’s departure because one of us really needs to be there by Nov.23. Did you get your visa already?

We never got our visa for our Nov 19, 1030PM flight 🙁 We haven’t rebooked yet cos of course we don’t know when the visa will be released. It sucks and very costly. Did you apply thru VFS or IMMI? It’s really unfortunate that people have been missing their flights recently because there’s an obvious delay in the processing of the visa. Hayyyyyy.

Hi same situation. Nag pass kami october 28 until now wala pa din kaming visa. Ill just ask if may issuance na sainyo?

Hi Mervs, where did you pass your application by online or vfs. Same here, I submitted my appn Nov 12, before I received the granted visa within 5 days, but now it seems there delaying granting visa.

When did you lodge your application for the visa btw, Joy?

I applied tourist visa thru VFS last September 23,until now when i check stil at embassy for processing. Its very stressful to wait for the result

Hi Nona, we finally received our visa today, November 22, 2019 at 1:23 PM. We lodged our applications last October 15, 2019 via VFS. Rebooking our flight to next week. Our original flight was supposed to be last November 19, 2019.

gi is there possible to get visa even if im working in singapore?

Date lodge : Oct 4 Date approved : Nov 19 12 noon

Hello Anne, im glad u get yours already. I wish I could also recieve my parents visa this week. Your waiting is over and now you can start packing things to bring here in Oz ☺ . Good luck and enjoy mate. ?

That’s more than 6 weeks of processing via VFS! Glad you got your visa already.

Is there a chance to get the visas at night? Like after office hours? 🙁 Our flight is already tomorrow night and still no visas as of 11/19/19 7pm. I’ve been painfully waiting and praying because there’s so much to lose.

I don’t know what’s happening cos afaik they’re known to give visas fast because of their online processing( I was told that it usually only takes a few days)… I’m shocked why people have been waiting for many weeks and even 2 months now, and why some who lodged through VFS or later got theirs faster? I know people, including my cousin, who got theirs last year within 3-5days. Some got them within 10days or shorter, or around 2weeks on busier dates before. I’m confused

Kindly let us know if you get your visa on time! Did you apply through IMMI or VFS? The wait is really agonizing and very, very stressful. Unfortunately, my family and I werent so lucky since even on the date of our flight, our visa were never released.

Did you try sending an enquiry form? Since September,there has been a delay of some applications. I lodged our application Oct 2, we were granted the visa Nov 4. More than a month. But I did fill up an enquiry form on oct 30. It might help

May I know if you already got your visa since your flight is tonight?

We still don’t have our visas as of 12:20pm and we’re still hoping to receive it soon. Our luggages are already packed.

Ours is via group online application. We sent one enquiry form a few days ago.

We submitted our online application last Nov. 5, and according to them, 19 to 26 days is the processing period. Our flight is Dec. 9, 2019. Still waiting for the visa. Hoping to receive before our scheduled flight.

I once applied in 2018 through IMMI. Got it 5 days after. But that was June and probably a thin season for applications.

You’re very lucky.

Is the Australian visa send thru email? In Canada and US, it is stamped on the passport.

Hi Zeny! Do you have your visa already? Thanks

Omg im panicking. Lodged our application november 2 and flight will be on november 26th. Not receiving our visa yet.

Hi Mitch! Did you get your visa already?

Hi Mitch! Do have tour grant already?

Hi Mitch! Do you have a grant already?

Much stress to deal while waiting for the visa result. Lodge application thru VFS last September 23,but sad that until now never get any result. I suppose to fly on December 5.Hope the embassy will give us a response soon???

Hi! Has it happened before that the visa would be released on the same date of the intended flight?

My family and I applied through VFS. Received an email from VFS that the Aus embassy already has our applications on 14 October 2019. It’s been more than a month already, and our intended flight is tomorrow night already!! Aghhhh. :(((((((

Has anybody lodged through Mimi account during the last week of October and has gotten their visa already?

Date lodged: oct 29 Status: received ?

I lodged my au visa app online immi last oct 25 and i got my multiple visa yesterday nov. 18. Its almost 3 weeks, unlike my previous application that it only takes 3 days to process. Hope you will have yours soon.

HI.. we lodge our visa online last October 24 and today we received the grant multiple entry it too 26 days.. Last yr i applied it took only 7 days hope you will have the grant soon

Thank you! We got ours today as well! 21 days to be exact.

Hi we Lodge our group application last October 25 until now received pa din status

Hi i hope you can answers my question Im planning to go in Australia in February How much i need to put money on my bank account its ok if i dont have anu asset only i stay is for 3 weeks

Hi! Has anyone applied for a 6-month or 12-month stay duration and was granted a visa? What did you put as your reason? Thanks!

I personally got a 2 year visa on my first application. I wrote and submitted a cover letter explaining why I’d need to keep coming back.

Hi, i was wondering if you can answer a question for me…my girlfriend lodged application on the 6/11/2019 was granted 3 month visitor visa on the 15th November, is she still required to do chest x-ray and/or medical examination booked for next week………..Cheers

No, she’d only need to do it if she’s planning to stay long term.

Hi, i was wondering if you can answer a question for me…my girlfriend was granted 3 month visitor visa on the 15th November, is she still required to do chest x-ray and/or medical examination booked for next week………..Cheers

Hi! Anybody who lodged their applications this November and got their visa already? I am very anxious about our visa since it it for a triathlon race

we lodged application on the 6/11/2019 and got 3 month visa granted on the 15/11/2019…..only 9 days

Oh wow, that’s great. Did you ask for a follow up before she got the visa? Lodged my application online last November 4, 2019 but haven’t gotten any news about my Visitor visa yet. My flight is in 4 days and the race schedule starts in 6 days. Hoping we get our visas soon! Thanks for the reply, David!

Very lucky. Our application was received by the Embassy last Oct. 14. Til now, we haven’t received our visa grant yet. Smh

Hi! May I know the date of your flight? Me and my family also lodged our applications last Oct 14/15 but no visa yet until now. We applied through VFS and our flight is tomorrow evening 🙁

Hi! Were you able to get your family’s visa? I read some people got theirs a day before their flight. I am really worried bec my family’s flight is tomorrow and we still don’t have our visa.

Still waiting. Our flight is tonight though. Contemplating on rebooking already :(((( This is so stressful! It’s been exactly 5 weeks since we lodged our applications via VFS.

Still waiting :((((( Our flight is tonight already and still no visa. It’s been exactly 5 weeks since we lodged our applications via VFS. Still no word. This is so stressful!!! Our bags are all packed though. I don’t know until when it’s safe to wait before we rebook. :(((((((

Hi Maine! Did u receive your visa last night? I’m hoping you got it before your flight.

Unfortunately, no email from VFS, so no visa. Our flight is at 1030PM later. I was hoping we’ll get the visa today, but wala eh.

I’m sorry to hear that Maine 🙁

Any updates on visa lodge thru VFS? 🙁 Date lodge : Oct 3 Status : still waiting

I am working and living in Vietnam, is it applicable for me to apply online? Please share your experience and thoughts.

The waiting time is quiet long… Its frustrating and stressful but hopefully we can get a grant soon. I lodge my application last September 23 thru VFS until now status is processing ???

Sorry to hear about it. Can VFS do something about it? Never will I go back to VFS

Hi Anne, i send an email to VFS last friday and the reply is the same, still on process at the Australian embassy in Manila?

Same thing with my parents, they applied last Sept. 26 and the status is still being processed at the embassy..

Sorry to hear that. I’m still waiting though for my visa until now. It’s been 5 weeks already and still in process. Is it though VFS that your parents applied for visa?

YEs Anne, applied at VFS Manila as well. Actually this is the first time that happened,when i lodged the application for my sisters at VFS,it just takes 2weeks before, but now its kinda frustrating and stressful,its exactly 7weeks today ?..im still hoping to receive the grant visa very soon so they can be with us here in Australia. If im not that busy at work, i could have just apply it here online,, my fault! ?

Huhu same here. Ive been saving this vacation I requested in the office for the said trip. I didn’t apply early coz I know it would only take 2 weeks most of the time for approval. It’s been 6 weeks already. I think all of here have the same dilemma who submitted their visa application thru VFS ?

Hi nona, any updates about your visa?

Hi Mimi, sad to say its still on process when I try to check it. I don’t know what’s going on coz it’s almost 2 months.the waiting time is unbelievable ?

Omg. Almost 2 months already??? There’s no other way that we can ask help for this right? 🙁

Hi Noona, got the same generic reply from VFS due to high demand there are some delays. But I know someone who lodge their application Oct 11 online and not thru VFS and got their visa already last Tuesday.

Hi NONA and ANNE, any updates on your visa application? Thanks

We were surprised to get our visa grant today because of the delays recently. I am not sure if having granted Australian visas before is a factor why we got it earlier than expected.

Date Lodged: October 16 (thru immi account) Date Granted: November 6 Target Departure: 3rd week of November

Hi! What type of visa?

Visitor subclass 600

Actually, the processing time for those who applied online is shorter compared to lodging at VFS. Your time frame is kinda long because usually it will take only few days. I was granted with Australian visas already and it took a long waiting time for my current application, VFS said it’s peak season (Christmas & Summer) so there’s a big volume of applicants.

Missed my flight, didn’t receive my visa yet. Date lodge : Oct 6

Sad to hear your dilemma, hope it will be released soon so you can rebook immediately.

Thanks. I’m hoping to that I will receive my grant as soon as possible.

Good day, would anybody know what time they release grant notifications? Do they only send emails in the afternoon or they also send grants in the morning? So far I’ve only received grants in the afternoon. Thank you very much!

I received my grant around 9am.

Finally,received my visa grant. They actually granted us 1 year multiple entry. Good luck everybody. The wait can be frustrating. Date Lodged:October 2 Date Granted:November 4

Congratulations! We’re still waiting for my husband’s visa, I’m so worried since he’s flight sched is this Friday 8th Nov. Applied 7th October

Hi. I hope you get them on time. Did you try sending an enquiry form? I submitted one on Oct 30 to follow up on my grant status. It might help.

Hi! Me i know where can i send the inquiry form?

Just click this link and fill up. https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/Pages/australian-immigration-enquiry-form.aspx

Thank you! Appreciate it so much.

Hi did u got the visa on time?

Hi! i have a friend applying for a tourist visa. Is it a big factor for denial if he don’t have any previous travel? Nakalagay kasi sa “required” docs yung previous travel history. It will be his first travel outside PH if granted.

This was my longest waiting time for OZ visa. Documents lodged thru VFS on Sept. 13 and my visa was granted on Oct. 30 with one year ME. My flight is scheduled first week of December. Based on my previous visa applications, waiting time is usually in few days to two weeks. Hope everyone will get their visa on time.

Still waiting on mine. Lodged thru immi website on October 2. My trip is end of November.

Good for you Apple, i lodge my application last September 23 thru VFS too but til now still waiting for the result.my flight is on December 5. Hope to get mine soon to?

Hi Nona! I believe it will be granted soon.

Hi, how’s your visa application? I lodge my application thru VFS as well last oct. 3 until now still in process. Sadly I missed my flight

Hi! I need a little help. I’m getting more restless each passing day because I submitted my Visa last Oct 15 and I haven’t recieved any news since then. Ang nakalagay na status sa Immi Account ko is “recieved”. Is it normal for my application to still have this status (“recieved”) for this long?

Hi. I lodged our application on oct 2 and we still dont have a visa grant upto now.

Hi! I felt the same way too ? I applied last 7th October for my husband’s visa and up until now status is still “received” I already booked his round trip ticket , flight sched is this coming 8th November . I’m so worried kasi umuwi ako ng pinas para sunduin sya. Without thinking na wala pa yong visa nya. Lahat kasi ng ka kilala ko 1-2 weeks lang grant na yong tourist visa.

Hello. Do i need to schedule an appointment for interview or appearance to the aus. embassy if I apply online via immi.gov.au? Or will i just wait for the approval of my visa via email?

Di na kelangan, unless tawagan ka nila.

Is it possible to remove one application in my immi account, just noticed after submitting my application form dalawa yung status meron incomplete the other one is received. I think it’s duplicate by error default.Im still waiting for visa grant and my flight will be on Nov.4.

Did you got your visa before your flight date?

Been following posts here and it’s nice to hear that most of you received your grants before the day of your flight, which seems to be the trend for September applicants. Hopefully I get mine too before my flight on October 31. Date lodged: 30 September 2019

Hope that you get yours soon too! Mine, I really had the feeling it’ll get granted and had everything packed and ready too.

Same here, bags are already packed and ready to go. Crossing my fingers. I hope I get lucky as you guys. What time did you get you’re update? I mean, should I wait til 12mn?

Hi Noel, I have been silently reading comments here and honestly, there’s always mixed feelings whenever I here during my waiting game. Unfortunately for me, my visa didn’t arrive on time our flight last Oct 24. I lodged mine last Sept.28. I just got mine today at 2:35 pm. I had to rebook everything last minute and it cost me a substantial amount. This delay is something that the embassy needs to look into. I have a friend who works for an embassy of another country and the case officers there take consideration of those who have flights already booked. They even do over time just to make sure that the visas are released on time. As applicants, I believe all of us made sure that we will 100% get a visa considering all the hassle of getting documents, completing a 19-page questionnaire, paying a hefty amount of money and risking booking a flight (especially those on sale) just to prove that we will definitely go back to our Motherland. I will definitely lodge a complaint on this matter, of course in a diplomatic way. I feel for everyone here that waits for their visas for a month or even more. I hope that all of us would stand up for what is right and just to us. Afterall, we are following their process. I hope and pray for yours to come soon.

Awww, sorry to hear that. I do agree with your sentiments and add to that the stress of waiting and not knowing if your application has been processed, reviewed, or opened at the very least since the status you always see when you click refresh is “Received”. Just like what I’m doing today, refresh every hour with my fingers crossed (haha).

Hi been following the thread here as well. I applied my visa Last Oct 4 and until now I’m still waiting for the visa. My flight sched is Nov. 6

Hi, any update of your visa? Did you get already or still waiting? Nov. 05 na now kasi and ur flight shud be 2morow.

Still waiting. My flight is this Nov 6 wed

I missed my fllight yesterday Manila to Sydney as still awaiting for the visa grant notification. Nakakastress nakalagay standard processing time 19 to 26 days. Always in the status still received. Sana within this week meron na result para makapagbook ng new.

Hi Anne. Did you try submitting the enquiry form? Lodged my application on Oct 2. I submitted an enquiry form on October 30 to followup my visa grant status. Received my grant om Nov 4 9am. It might help.

Hi Phyllis. How to submit an equity form? The thing is I submitted my visa application through VFS and they gave me only a link and a reference number and it still shows in process 🙁

Hi, may i know where can i find the inquiry form? Should i submit in the email? Please i badly need it. Thank you., appreciate it so much.

I just copy paste this base on previous comments here.

Please complete an Immigration Enquiry Form available at the following link: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/Pages/australian-immigration-enquiry-form.aspx and we will respond via the webform.

If your enquiry relates to a current visa or citizenship application, please email [email protected]

Hi Everyone. I just got my visa grant! Good thing I didn’t rebook my tickets yet. Hopefully everyone else there got theirs too! Date lodged: 26 September 2019 Granted: 28 October 2019

That’s good to hear. Safe trip Tim. Still waiting on mine.

oh yes Phyllis. They sent it right on time. Thanks. Hopefully you’ll get yours soon too. When’s your flight?

Still have time. Nov 13. But I hope it wont be a photo finish

Hi Tim! Around what time did you get your visa?

Nice save. 🙂 Safe trip.

I lodge my application last September 23,but sadly until now wala pa rin decision and i check the status still processing ???hope to get the news sooner???

My application is still on received status and my flight is supposed to be tonight. Date lodged: 26 September 2019 ??

Lodged our application on sept 26 and until now wala paring update. It’s day 28 na since application was received ? Siguro hindi nmn kami denied kasi we have US visa multiple entry, japan, korea and NZ. We applied through immiaccount and group application yun. There’s 4 of us but only 3 submitted on sept 26 yung isa oct 14 na. Do you think na apektohan yung application namen kasi matagal yung isa nag submit? Our flight is on nov 5 sana and paid na yung tickets. We can’t decide if i rebook nlng pa yung ticket or i cancell kasi ang tagal na talaga.

Experiencing the same thing! I applied Sept 25 and no visa hanggang ngayon. Although it’s very interesting yung friend ko nagsubmit siya nung Oct 1 lang then he got his visa around 10 working days lang! Seems mukang may problem sa system and queuing nila now. Hopefully lumabas na yung visa natin

Experiencing the same problem. Lodged an application for my husband and I using 1 account on October 2. No VISA until now. Im just surprised because i read that those who applied much later than us have been granted a visa already. I dont know whats wrong and who to contact

It’s the same here. I had my application lodges last Sept 26 and till now no approval! It’s quite frustrating as my flight is on the 29th! Everything is already planned and I’m going there for an occasion. The Australian Government needs to hurry up the the applications as they should be prepared for the number of people applying. It’ll be a hassle as I will have to move my work leave, rebook my ticket and everything! I find this site a great place to be updated with other applicants. Please update us here when you receive your visa grant. Thank you.

My flight is on 29 October I’ll be waiting till 28th. If still no approval have to rebook everything. ?

You can try following up at the above email address. Got my visa already

Hi Hillary. Did u fill up the enquiry form or just emailed them or both?

Tried the link above and I got an email of self-guided links lang. They didn’t give any reason for the cause of the delay or something. Hay. Still hoping for a miracle to have my visa issued before my flight!

Hi Hilary. How long did it take for your visa to be granted?

Hi, tim! Hilary applied on sept 25 according to her previous comments. I think Aus embassy only grants your visas once your travel date is close. I noticed that they’ve been granting applicants who are just in days prior to their departure. However, i think think Hilary got hers around oct 24/25 and her flight is going to be on the 26th of october. Hopefully we’ll all get our visa soon before our intended departure date. Let me know once you got yours Tim!

Good luck Tim. I do hope you get it on time. It is frustrating. I should have just applied through VFS, at least I know who to call to get an update. With the online application,I dont know who to contact. Please do update if you get ur VISA.

Thanks Phyllis. Yeah worst thing is that I had my application lodged by an Australian Migration Agent. We paid 1,000 AUD just for them to lodge it and still nothing. I had my friend in Au call the home affairs and told them that application is still in progress and shouldn’t had booked a flight prior to the trip. But it’s already a month from now. I will update and hopefully we get our visa grant already. Not that I’m impatient but this is just taking ridiculously too long. Once I get my visa, I’m gonna make a complaint on how log it is for them to process just visitor visas.

I completeely understand your sentiment. Although my trip is a bit further away (end of november), i still do need to make arrangements. That the reason i applied early. But apparently their queue system is a nightmare. I still dont understand why other application lodged weeks after us are processed first.

Submitted the form and emailed.

Lodged sept 25 Granted oct 22.

Hope you guys get ur visas before ur flight.

The wait is indeed stressful.

Hi Tim! Did you get your visa already? Our flight is also tomorrow (Oct. 29), and we haven’t got our visas yet. 🙁 It’s stressful since we have everything booked already..

Hi Lauren. No I haven’t. Yeah our flight is tomorrow and still no news! It’s so stressful and frustrating. I hope we get our gtants today. What time is your flight tomorrow? If we get our visa grant today let’s celebrate at the airport tomorrow!

Hi Lauren. Still got no news. Yeah It’s so stressful and frustrating. Immigration should have it approved already as they asked for the dates we need to be there. By the way, what time is your flight tomorrow? If we get our visa let’s celebrate at the airport tomorrow! Hehehe I’m at work now and I want to run to the Australian Embassy here in Makati!

Our flight tomorrow evening, 11PM. I have tried messaging them through https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/form-listing/Pages/australian-immigration-enquiry-form.aspx several times, but it did not help. 🙁 even called embassy and have spoken to an agent but they couldn’t help me since I applied online and not through VFS. Same with the others, I regret applying online.. I wish I have just applied through VFS so I could get some assistance at least.

Hi, Tim! 2 out of 3 visas that were lodged on sept 26 has been approved. Unfortunately, I haven’t gotten mine. I’m praying to God that I’ll get mine today as well as it is very discouraging to have your family’s visa granted but not yours as of now. I’m currently a student so my trip is being sponsored – maybe that could be the reason for my delay? I’m hoping your visa, mine ,and Lauren’s will be granted today!

Hi, Tim! Update as of 12pm. i Just got my visa!!! my family got multiple entry for 1 year while i only got a single entry for 6 mos. Hoping you’ll get yours today! Stay positive

Oh wow! Congrats Dyle. I applied for a Multiple entry for 1 year. Hopefully get mine today! Thanks for the update!

Hi Dyle! Thanks for updating us here. Yeah we had our application lodged at the same day. Yes pray that our visa grants will come out already. I don’t want to go through the process of rebooking. I’m already packed for my flight tomorrow!

Hi Tim! Flight should be tomorrow night at 11PM, but did not receive our visa grants today. Did you receive yours? I am left with no choice but to cancel everything tonight, and do the planning all over again. So saaaaad… 🙁

Hi Lauren, looks like we’re supposed to be on the same flight! At terminal 3 right? I didn’t receive my visa grant too. I’m still hoping that tomorrow the visa grant will be released. If not, then I will rebook my ticket. Yeah it’s so sad because we’re all prepared and the Australian immigration has done nothing yet. Kapit lang! Baka lumabas bukas! By Afternoon ako mag rebook if wala parin. We might both celebrate tomorrow! Please update me here too tomorrow.

Good luck Tim and Lauren. I hope you get it on time. Keep updating us. Still no news on my visa app either

Hey Lauren, did you get your visa grants yet? I got mine today hopefully you got yours too. We could’ve been on the same flight tonight.

Hi Lauren! Just wondering if you got your visa before your flight. I am a week away before my flight. I’ve been hearing that people get their flights a day before or hours before their flights. Our trip is very important since it is for a triathlon race. Would really help if you can let us know 🙂 thank you!

I know right, i noticed that people who lodged their application on september hasn’t received their visa meanwhile those on Who applied on october Has gotten theirs. https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au//help-support/departmental-forms/online-forms/australian-immigration-enquiry-form This is where i inquired regarding my visa. I don’t know if it’s the right contact though. They never specifically mentioned where to contact the embassy if you haven’t gotten your visa after the global processing time

Hi Dyle, please inform us when you guys get your visa grant. We’re all experiencing the same sluggish approval of our visitor visas. Hopefully we all get approved soon.

Are your applications part of a group application? I noticed that most group applications are the ones delayed.

Yep, it was a group application but we submitted it individually using 1 immi account. Will update you guys as soon as we get it.

Same with us. Just me and my husband using 1 immi account. We submitted it on the same day,minutes apart. I dont know how to resolve this issue.

hi, Tim! 2 out of 3 visas just got approved today! Unfortunately, i haven’t gotten mine yet. I hope i’ll get it today as the 3 of us applied on the same day just minutes apart. I’m currently a student therefore my trip is sponsored by my family – maybe that could be the reason as to why i haven’t gotten mine yet? hopefully yours, Lauren’s and my visa will be granted today!

visa applied on sept 26 granted: oct 28 took more than a month

I created IMMI Account for myself and another for my husband. But unfortunately the application form to be filled up is not enable or no application form attached to be filled up. So I submitted only my name and my email address.

Where can I find the application form? Thanks.

Hi! It can be found po doon mismo sa ImmiAccount. If you already have an account, log-in ka lang po then NEW APPLICATION tapos start ka na po sa pag-fi-fill-up.

Maybe just to share, although work filed it via VSF (and there were delays internally), got an appointment in VSF by 15th Oct Tuesday, got my Visa today 18th Oct Friday before 9am via email for a flight tomorrow 19th Oct Saturday. When I called VSF, the embassy just got it by 16th Oct Wednesday and still status ‘received’. I sent a follow up email to local embassy here in Manila yesterday 5:00PM and approval went through this morning with Visa! Waiting for visa is stressful, even if it’s for work – I know I will get it because it’s company sponsored but timing if I’ll get it before flight. My understanding is if it’s via VSF, it goes to the embassy in Manila, but immi account, the bottom part of the letters say an AU address, so following up via email might not work? If you email the embassy in Manila if you filed it via online (not sure!)

I got the same situation here currently waiting for my visa. My flight is supposed to be in 2 weeks time. I had my visa filled around 3 weeks ago already and still haven’t heard. My agent in Australia says it’s the same with their other applicant as it may be due to Christmas season coming up. I’d like to know what did you email them and how you followed up? Because It’s gonna be very hard if it doesn’t get approved soon. Thanks!

Thanks Rica. I am in the same situation. I processed mine online via IMMI account on 30th September. Until now the status is still showing as “Received”. VFS can’t help me because I didn’t apply through them. What email address did you use for the Aus embassy follow up? I couldn’t find one – only VFS.

Lodged my application Oct 2 thru my immi account together with my husband. No updates until now. I expected that applying online personally makes the process faster (like they said,online applications are processed 2x as faster) but now I regret it. At least with VFS, you know who you’ll contact to follow up ur application. I dont know who to contact to ask about my online application

Thank you for you blog po 🙂 learn a lot from reading here.

Hi, Ms. Kach! I just want to thank you for this blog. It did help me a lot po sa visa application ko.

Sa mga visa applicants diyan, read lang po kayo ng mga blogs or watch din po kayo ng youtube videos. Ilang gabi din akong puyat dahil lang sa kababasa ng mga blogs before I lodged my application. If you have any inquiries about my visa application, just message lang po. I’m happy to share my experience.

Hi po, been reading blogs also and watching videos. I would like to ask po, I’m a little bit confused sa part na po where you fill up the application form. The one that I have to choose is the subclass600 tama po ba? Hindi po yung E-Visitor application form(subclass 651)? Can I ask also your socials po and ask queries? Thanks po 🙂

Hi, Gel! I’m sorry for the delay of getting back to you. Kung Tourist Visa ang inaapplyan mo, Visitor (subclass600) po ang pipiliin mo. Wala po akong social media accounts, deleted them early this year kasi sobrang busy ko po.

It says there, “The health exam is only applicable if you plan to stay longer than 3 months and/or depending your age.”

How will I know if I need the health exam? Is there an indication on the website that it is required? Or am I just going to wait for the immigration to contact me? I am planning to have 2 weeks vacation with my daughter.

You’ll automatically received an email if they’d require one from you!

Thank you for the quick response. 🙂

Hi, Hazell. The health exam is not only applicable if you plan to stay longer than 3 months and/or depending your age. If you have had tuberculosis before and you declared it, they would surely tell you to have a medical examination prior to processing your visa application.

I apply my visa sept 23, 2019, but until now, same status as “Received”. My flight po sana is on saturday, mahahabol pa kaya un?

Hello Same po tayo, we lodged our application on Sept 23rd, up until today wala pdn decision. Ano po balita sa visa nyo?

Hi there! Just wait lang po. Sa iba umaabot ng 1 month bago nila mareceive Visa Grant Notice.

Thanks po. As per immi website may 2 processing times na nakakacurious po. 75% 20,days and 90% 25days eh yung samin po 25th days na bukas na nkakapraning na. Dont have an idea what is happening on the background. Sana magrant na dn smin ?

did you get your visa as your flight is tomorrow, 19th?

I’m sorry to hear that, Bon. Sa iba po umaabot ng 1 month ‘yong processing, hindi nasusunod ‘yong nakalagay po sa ImmiAccount. Kung minsan po sa iba, lumalagpas pa ng 1 month pero naga-grant naman visa nila.

were you able to get your visa? 🙂 we submitted our visa on sept 16 and until now – no response but our other family friend applied on sept 23 and got hers on oct 4 (she applied in the states though)

Hi, Sam. Some visa applicants get their visa granted in more than a month po. There was an applicant last year who got his in 45 days, so hindi po talaga pare-pareho.

Hi Khecy! Granted na po ba visa mo?

Hi! Yes granted sya…oct 4 ako nag submit via immiaccount and granted on oct 22 😀 musta po application nyo?

Hi. I recently lodged our australian visa application last September 24, 2019. Our flight is on October 19, 2019. Until now, the status of our application says “Received”. Should I contact the embassy since I think they haven’t screened our application yet (and therefore they’re not aware that our flight is 10 days from now). What is your advice? Thank you

Hi! How’s your visa application? Were you able to receive the visa on time?

Still no visa. The status still says “Received”. Our flight is 8 days from now. Are you also applying?

Yes, I submitted last October 4 and planning to arrive on 4th week of October. Hoping to get the approval the soonest. I heard some got their visa after 2 weeks while others for few days only.

Hi there, I applied last 9/12 ang got my visa approved last 10/9. Received lang yung status nung sakin then nung 10/9 naging finalised then granted. Hindi nababago yung status to initial assessment to further assessment then finalized. Pag check ko finalized na agad.

Thanks for your your response. Buti pa sayo. Congrats! Ang problema ko lng is kung aware kaya sila sa departure date namin. 1 week nlng flight na namin 🙁

Hi Sir! Musta? Ano na po status ng visa nyo?

Hello sa inyo! I’m here to share my experience kung paano na-grant visa ko. Bale 1 week lang ang processing. I did it on my own, ‘di ako nag-agency kasi mas convenient siya at mas affordable. Hindi pa ako nag-book ng flight ko kasi I was waiting for the decision of the Case Officer. Nareceive ko today ang Visa Grant Notice and I wasn’t expecting it. Sobrang busy ko kasi kaya ‘di ko masyadong iniisip ‘tong application ko.

Hi Ms. Vanesa, ano month ka po nag apply ng visa? Thank you …

Oh this month din lang kayo nag apply. Ang bilis…based sa immiaccount ko, will take 20-25 processing days, 2nd week na tomorrow of waiting. Sana ma approved na din ??????

HI, Ayee! October 9 nila prinocess ‘yong application pagkatapos nareceive ko notice sa e-mail noong October 16. Hindi ko nga rin ineexpect na ganun kabilis kasi nakalagay sa ImmiAccount na 20-25 days and processing. Hoping na ma-grant din visa niyo para everyone is happy.

Hi, Ayee! Kumusta na application mo? Visa granted ka na ba?

Was ur visa granted? Lodged my application Oct 2, no progress still

Hi, Ryan! Just wait for the decision of the Case Officer. The Case Officer who’s handling your application will also contact you via e-mail once your visa is finalized.

Hi Miss Vanessa, still waiting. Target departure is October 26 sana ma approved na din samen. Planning to call the embassy on Monday sana it’s a good idea to call them. Musta po sir ryan? Granted na din po ba sa inyo?

Goodluck, Ayee! Hindi ko lang alam na good idea na tatawag ka sa embassy. Pero there’s no harm in trying naman. Sana ma-grant din Visa Application mo.

Hi did u get ur visa already? Still no visa, our flight is on the 26th ?

HI, Hillary! When did you lodge po your application?

I lodged my application on sept 25 ?

Lodged our application last Oct 2,still no progress.

Hi Miss Hilary and Miss Vanesa, finally granted na visa ko! 😀 Submitted it on Oct 4 via immiaccount and granted on Oct 22 around 5pm. I checked it around 2:30pm and it says “recieved” pero nabago ang processing time to 16-26days then I checked again at 5:30pm ayun granted na…Thanks a lot 😀

I’m so happy for you that your visa is finally granted, Ms. Ayee! It’s worth the wait, ‘di ba? Kahit matagal ang processing basta granted! Enjoy Land Down Under! Saan ka pupunta sa Australia?

What did you indicate as your departure date? Filed mine 9/27 but my travel starts 11/13..just thinking baka they prioritize those na near na travel? Not necessarily lodge date? Hehe not sure just an observation bases sa mga comments. But Im really anxious to know na the results 🙁

Baka noh? Kasi i applied oct 2 pero yung travel date ko mid december pa. Just wanted to apply early just in case pero 22nd day na today still no response

Hello Kat, Nov 13 din yung travel date namin. I applied visa last Sep23. Still, wala pa din update. Have you got yours? Thank you!

Did you get your visa for Oct 19? I’m travelling on the 19th too but no visa yet (for work)

Hi Mis Rica, did you recieve the visa? How was it po?

HI, Ms. Ayee! Visa Granted na si Ms. Rica. Siya yata nag-post ng new comment doon sa taas. Nag-apply siya ng Visa niya thru VFS not online.

How long does it usually take? We submitted our application last Sept. 15 and our status until now is still Received. We’re scheduled to fly already tomorrow night. 🙁

If you apply online, usually the results are within a week!

Agreed, Kach Umandap! I received my Visa Grant Notice within a week. They processed my application on October 09, 2019 and I received an e-mail this afternoon telling that my Visa Application is granted.

Hi. Were you able to get your visa?

Hello Jojo, were you able to get your visa? We submitted our application last sep23 and our travel date is nov13. Status until now is still received. Still hoping!

I live in Japan and currently in Japan. I have small private pool resort business in the Philippines, can I apply online australian visa and use all my documents in the Philippines.like Land title, mayor’s permit, Dti ,bank cert and other documents needed. Thankyou in advance

I just applied for a tourist visa and completed the medical exam last 9/24 – the result was forwarded just last 9/27. The status of my application online is still received. I’m just worried since wala akong maipakita na previous travels since first time kong mag travel international. Thank you.

Hello Were ypu able to receive a email already? I have lodge my aplication on Sept 23rd and done my medical on Sept 25th and until now waiting pa dn decision.

Hi, yes. I already received my granted visa last 10/9.

OMG! Why ours havent approved yet. Pang 25th day na nung smin 2morrow. Congrats on your approval anyway. Sana all ?

Hi, Bon! Ilang months ‘yong inapply mo? 3 months or 6 months? Multiple Entry ba? Why did you have medical po?

Hello, Vanessa! Multiple entry po inapply namin. Why?

Hi Vanessa! They required us to take medical after lodging our application. Yep, multiple entry. Why po?

Hello, Bon! Saan ka po nag-medical? NHS po? Kung NHS, antay ka lang ng 10 days bago nila i-forward results mo sa Embassy. Tapos, kapag okay na results, doon na nila uumpisahan na i-process application mo. They would contact you if additional health examination is required.

Yep, NHS po. Ahm 10 days po ba? As far as I know 3days lang po daw ung result. After po ba non tsaka pa lang bibilang ng 20-25 days?

Maximum po ng 10 days ang pag-forward nila sa Embassy, pero kung minsan nafo-forward na nila kaagad-agad. Depende ‘yan kung busy sila at kung maraming clients. Kapag na-forward na nila sa Embassy, doon pa lang mag-start ‘yong processing. Pero depende pa rin ‘yon kung satisfied sila sa medical exam results mo, otherwise ire-require ka nila for additional medical exam. If TB-related cases, wala ka naman nang babayaran kasi kasama na sa package ‘yon. Tapos, kapag natapos na lahat ng pinapagawa nilang medical exam sa’yo at satisfied na sila sa results, they will proceed na po sa processing of your application. Just be patient po and everything will be okay.

And also, makikita rin sa ImmiAccount mo kung na-forward na nila sa Embassy ang results, mag-uupdate ‘yon straightaway kapag na-forward na ng NHS ‘yong results. Kung minsan, finoforward na nila agad-agad the following day, but that’s depending po kung marami silang clients. Basta maximum po of 10 days po ang aantayin. Check mo lang sa ImmiAccount mo ‘pag nag-update sila.

Wala pa rin pong update doon sa application mo? Chineck mo na po ba kung ano nakalagay doon sa portion na health assessment?

Wala pdn po. 28th day na today. Possible po ba na mafollow up ung application namin?

Pwede yata since may nabasa ako dati na they contacted ‘yong embassy pero hindi sila Filipino, they’re Indians. Hindi ko lang po alam kung paano ‘yong processing sa atin kung pwede silang tawagan o i-email. Try mo pong i-google.

Thanks for the idea. I will try po.

Mag-e-mail ka po kaya sa NHS, baka po hindi pa nafo-forward sa Embassy results ng medical mo. Processing of your application will start po kung kelan nareceive ng Embassy ‘yong results.

Hi, Bon! Did you get your visa already?

miss is there a possibility na ma Grant Visa ko If I failed to Attached my PSA Birth Certificate? Makapag bayad na ako online nung ma check ko I wasn’t able to attached it. ☹️

Paano process nun? Ma consider ba na mag send or pwede sila mag email para hingiin? Thanks

Hello po! As far as I know, pwede pa rin pong mag-attach ng documents kahit nakapagbayad ka na for as long as hindi pa umaabot ng 60 ‘yong attachments mo po.

Please send me guide how to apply for Australian Visa..I have Philippine passport..also send me the website where to get the forms

Hi, Juliana! You have to create an account on ImmiAccount. Follow the link below: online.immi.gov.au/lusc/register

We are Filipinos who would like to visit Australia for a 10-day vacation. We currently have a US and Japan Visa. We also have a Schengen visa but it is expired. Do we still need to apply for an Australian Visa?

Yes, you still need to apply for Australian visa and it’s online so very easy process. You can also read my other article here – https://mrandmrshowe.com/lifestyle-blog/australia-visa-application-filipino

Hi, kaylangan po bang certified true copy of passport ang ipasa online or pwedeng scanned copy of passport lang?

Scanned Copy of your passport is okay lang!

Hi Ms Kach,

Where did you address your bank certificate for Australian visa? Your response will be very much appreciated.

Hi, Does it require booked-hotels in australia for you to get the tourist visa? Thank you!

Yes, you need to have it as you have to write the address where you’ll be staying!

Hi Ms. Kach,

Is it necessary to get the visa ‘sticker’ on your passport? Or just a print out of your visa grant notice is enough to show to the immigration officer on the day of departure? Thanks! 🙂

For Australia, just the printed document on paper is needed! =)

Hi. Can I visit australia if its my first time travelling abroad? I never been to other country Australia is the first country that i will visit as my boyfriend is studying there.

Hi Eunice! Yes, definitely possible based on my experience. Never been to other country when I applied for a tourist visa. Just make sure you have a strong tie of coming back in the Philippines like employment for more than 3 years here or if you’re a student that’s okay.

Hi! My boyfriend and I are both Filipinos and we are dating for almost 6 years now. He has a student visa in Australia and he is studying there for 9 months already.

His previous work as a seafarer prevented us to be together all the tine since he has a 9-month contract.

Is it possible that I can join and live with him in Australia even though he is not a permanent resident? If so, what are the necessary steps to be taken and what requirements should be accomplished?

Thank you so much!

Hi po i just want to ask what ID can i submit sa hiningi po na National ID Card?? i am a fresh graduate po and im just applying for tourist visa to visit my family wala pa po along drivers license or what. Ano po kaya pwede ko isubmit na ID thankyou po.

Hi! I just want to ask on behalf of my friend. I am applying for a Student Visa because I was granted for a scholarship but my friend wants to visit me in Australia as a tourist next year. Is it possible for her to apply for a Tourist Visa even if she is unemployed? Her parents will shoulder the whole trip. Is it the same with Japan wherein she just needs to submit her parents’ Bank Statement, Bank Certificate, and Certificate of Employment? Thank you in advance!

What was the reason you included when you applied for the 12-month stay? I was told this is only usually given to parents of young Australian citizen children.

Hello? About my purpose visit in Japan is tourism,and I will stay at my bf house….is it okay?

Hi Im Carmelita and I just wanna ask about travelling to australia. My boyfriend wants me to visit Australia for a few weeks and we havent meet yet. Ok here’s the thing i dont have a bank account, no properties too and im not eaither working my boyfriend sponsors my trip and shoulder all the expenses. So pls. help me what to do?

aww same problem my bf wants me to go to australia before december problem is i cant provide all the documents needed because i dont have all that sya lang mg sponsor sakin anu kaya need pra m grant visa thanks in advance

Hi Michelle, nakagpag process ka?

Hi, im planning to fly to Australia this year for a tour and no family and friends there. Only my bf and he will be the one to sponsor me. Is that possible even if he didn’t visit me here before. And what is the requirements if its possible. Thank you

You can read our more detailed guide here –> https://mrandmrshowe.com/lifestyle-blog/australia-visa-application-filipino

hello its my first time applying a visa in Australia, if granted it will also be my first time travelling over seas, is it a big factor for denial of visa if I don’t have any previous travel. “passport and any pages with amendments, endorsements, visas and entry / exit stamps” ? i read there required documents about this.

Hi! Is your visa granted already?

Hi. Thank you for this! Just a few question. Is form 54 needed? Or just birth certificate is fine? And also i am planning to go to australia on march 19th (so i only have less than a month)at the latest, is there a possibility that i can travel if i apply this week until the next week?

Hi. My friend applied for a visa and was granted after 19 days so I suggest you apply early. I applied and didn’t even submit a birth certificate yet my visa was approved but just to be sure, go and attach that birth certificate.

Hi Kach, I have a question regarding form 54 (Family Composition), In this form there are only 3 slots for Brother/Sister. Do i need to Make 2 Form 54 so I can Include my 2 other siblings? hoping for your positive response. Thank you.

Thank you so much for the information given by you, I really appreciate it but i have really had this question that I have gotten no answer to, which is, what if I am financially OK, but have no friend or family In the Australia. I’m from Philippine and working in UAE. Please Is it that It I am not also qualified to apply for an Australian visiting or taurist visa when I have no friend or family over there? Please sir/ma’am i really needs an answer on this.

Thanks for this very helpful blog. I was wondering if you can help me with my PR visa inquiry. I went to australia in 1998 with PR visa subclass 101. I stayed n studiwd there for 23 months. I am now married and after 17 years i would like to return to Australia with the hope of bringing my family with me. My question is, will i still be able to renew my previous PR visa? Otherwise what would be the applicable for my situation. Thanks in advance

To be honest, if it’s about permanent residence etc, I dont have an idea! mostly on tourist visa only! =)

Hi Kach, I have a question… i want to apply for subclass 600 visa (tourist stream) not the sponsored family stream with my son. My australian bf who is also the father of my son will pay everything. However, on the later part of the application form where u are asked about ur funding details, should i just choose self funded or supported by other person? If supported by other person, i need to input the name of the person supporting me but the relationship to the sponsor choices does not have a bf option.. only spouse/ de factor or fiance/fiancee are available but does not apply to us. Please advise

Same scenario

Hi, I will travel in AU this May and im still getting all my supporting documents. i was wondering, if i can just take photos of my documents such as passport, stamps in my passport and not scan?

Yes it’s okay.. actually, you can easily get a Scanner app on your phone!

thank you! fingers cross 🙂

Nice guide. What if I don’t have any travel history since it would be my first travel? Would it affect my application to be denied?

You mentioned that health assessment is only required for those who intend to stay in AUS for more than 3 mos.In my immi account i was asked to udergo a medical exam despite a 6-day or short term stay application. Do i have to proceed with the med exam or do i have to wait for the case officer to call or notify me if i really needed to undergo the exam?

Hello! May I know how old are you? I heard that it depends on your age as well. Anyway, please let me know if you’ve undergone the health exam. 🙂

Good Evening po, I am planning to visit my friend living in Australia this coming February, My friend will sponsor my trip but my only questioned is i don’t have a job here in the Philippines. I’ve been to 6 countries. And i have had enough in my Bank account. Do you think i will have trouble getting a Visa in Australia? Thank you and god bless you po.

I applied last Oct 24 and got my visa granted Nov 8, despite having no travel experience and bank account. I and my husband were sponsored by my aunt’s husband. We applied using one account and under one group. However, my husband’s visa application is still on process. :'( It’s weird since his credentials were way better than mine. He’s a Filipino green card holder. He also submitted a return ticket to the USA. Does anyone here ever experienced the same thing? Applied under 1 group but didn’t get results at the same time? Please advise.

I applied for Tourist Visas for myself and my son (group application). I am working overseas while my son is a medical student in the Philippines. I was surprised when my son received a Single Entry visa within a week of my submission of our application, especially since his application depended largely on my documents e.g. bank accounts, employment, etc. I have to add that I was required to do Biometrics, which could be one of the reasons why approval of my application was delayed. To make a long story short, I received my 1 year multiple entry visa around 17 days after application submission. Sometimes there’s no rhyme or reason to the process. We just need to be patient.

It’s really a nice and useful piece of info. I’m satisfied that you just shared this useful info with us. Please keep us informed like this. Thank you for sharing.

Make a plan to Visit the Sydney Opera House Which is located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The Opera House was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Hi ate Kach my bf invites me to visit Aus this december do I need to apply right away for the visa? I will only stay there 2 weeks and half I am afraid that they will deny my visa since its my first time to visit. What things should I do.

Hello MARIAH. We have the same concern.Did you apply already online?

mariah yes , you can apply now. no harm it takes 17-31 days approval. I got mine approved.

Hi, I’m base here in Tokyo with a permanent resident visa and tried to apply online but I got a message that says: You are not eligible to apply for this visa online. I called the Australian embassy Tokyo and I was adviced to send my inquiry to “HELP” but unfortunately been waiting for almost 2 weeks now and haven’t got any reply yet. Any thoughts on this? Appreciate your time.

Hi Kach, I am going to Australia with my sister applying for subs class 600. My question is, can we change the date of our travel to Australia on a later date?

Thanks Marlene

Yes you can change.

Hi, Thanks for the info in this site. I have 2 questions: 1. I am applying for a visitors visa with my mom. No problem with me since i have all the bank statement, coe etc. But my mom is a plain housewife. Will my financial statement also be applicable to her? 2. Do you think she needs the health exam since she is already 64? Will i know if she needs one before or after I paid for the visa? Thanks!

Hi, my girlfriend invited me to visit to Australia. She is not PR or citizen, she is international student. If I apply a tourist visa, i will bring my bank certificate (80k), coe, payslips but dont have assets. I dont need to stay at hotel. She will support me for foods and stay. Do u think i will put it that she is my sponsor? Or no need sponsor? Or how can i tell about purpose of travel to AU? I will stay there for only 15 days or 1 month. Please help.

Hi Kach, I just want to ask some advice, I am Australian and wants my gf to visit in Australia for tourist visa. I am currently in Philippines for a 3 months visit and it’s my second visit here. I have my bank statement already and sponsor letter but not certified copy in Australia. I have no idea if Australian embassy can do certified copies of my bank statements . I want my gf to travel with me when I go back to Australia this August.

hello james, i suggest you get a migration agent for her appication. but applying online is just easy. but for you as her sponsor you need your letter of invite or affidavit of support, passport, drivers license, payslips or bank account and lease of contract or house title have it scan and sign it by JP. goodluck

Hi.. one of the requirements is a certified copy of passport & travel stamps.. can we certify it through Notary Public or should be bu the DFA??

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Hi, I just want to ask. I have a friend from Australia and he will sponsor my visa and everything na. Maging qualified kaya ako or ma deny? Kasi po wala akong bank statement pero I will start my job next month pa.

it is one of the requirements, but if you do not have a bank statement because you do not have a job your sponsors pay slips or bank statement and a letter of support will do.

Good day! I have received my grant visa for subclass 600 with a sponsor . Now I am worried on what to do after I took the plane and when I arrived in Australian airport.. Do I need to undergo some interviews with the Bureau of Immigration and costume? What travel documents do I have to show because they said there is a possibility that you may not enter and let go back from your country. Please help.

If you will go to Australia as a Tourist make sure that you don’t bring any printed documents (like resume,employment certificate) with you. Because they will do check your back and if they find documents then they will think that you will look for a Job.

And yes, the interview will depend on the Immigration officer. I went there last March with my Sister, my nephew and my niece and no questions ask. Just submitted our Passports and good to go.

TIP: When you are in-front of an Immigration officer then you have to relax.

*** Because they will do check your bag.

Just want to ask if the Immigration Officer asked your round-trip flight ticket back to Manila?

I’ll be going in March and I’m not sure if I’ll stay for 2 months or 3 months. I got multiple entry for a year. Hence, I’d like to have an open-date ticket. Do you think this is okay?

Philippine Immigration officer will ask how long will you stay in Australia and when you will return. Then will ask you if you have a return ticket and that should match of what you have answered them. Australian immigration officer will only ask you about your sponsor and the contact person email address, phone number and the place where will you stay.

Hi! I noticed that you mentioned there is a health exam once referral letter from the Australian Embassy is received. Is the Php6,000 payment per head on top of the Visa Fee? When did you took your health exam? Thanks.

HELLO Apple, it’s only needed if you will stay for 12 months!

Hi, what Australian visa did you apply for that allowed you to stay for 12 months?

My Filippino girlfriend got a 12 month multiple entry tourist visa (class 600) both times she applied but she can only stay three months at a time.

Hello. What documents did you submit for your gf to be approved for a 12 month tourist visa?

Hi Kach! This blog is so helpful. Im in UK as a tourist. Can i apply from here?

yes because the visa application is done online! =)

Thank you for sharing. But we always have to remember that nothing comes easy when applying Australian Visas so have to keep positive.

Hi kach and jon goodday…im planning to come australia for tourist…how much show money in bank statements needed poh? And also i have a friend there…is it necessary to put my friend information?

We have the same question! I will plan to apply as tourist because my friend there is not PR or Citizen. Agency said I need to show bank certificate.

Not bank certificate.. everything is online now even the Australian visa application! You just need a 3 month bank statement!

It’s my first time to get a tourist visa, I hope you can help me. thank you.

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Hi! Hope you can assist me with my question. I noticed that there are several questions similar to what I am about to ask. I’m planning to visit Australia for the second time this coming May 2018. When is the earliest time I could apply for a tourist visa? Thank you so much! 🙂

Can we submit our health examination certificates from Veterans Memorial Medical Center in lieu of the 2 embassy authorized medical institutions? We are a couple, 76 and 72 years old, tourists coming to Brisbane, Australia for 3 days before going to Christchurch and Welllington, New Zealand as tourists. Intended tour: Feb. 6 to 15, 2018

Do you have any idea how long a 3-month tourist visa is valid for? Just wanna confirm because a travel agent told me its only valid for a month, so if get approved I only have one month to fly to AU and use it before it expires. Is this true?

Hi! You have to use it before the date that says “Must not arrive after”… Then count 3 months from the date of your arrival. For example, your visa states that you must not arrive after December 18, 2017. You fly to Australia on December 1, 2017. Therefore, your visa will be valid until March 1, 2018. 🙂

Hi there! I have a question, I am having a hard time identifying what subclass of visa should I apply for. I have a relative in Australia which is my Aunt she wants me to get a Permanent visa I don’t see any visa that fits my need. I want to get a permanent visa and live with my Aunt please help me decide which subclass should I apply for.

Do i need for the email confirmation of the immigration before I proceed my medical exam for tourist visa?

Do women who are obtain a Tourist Visa 600 need to have ‘show’ money at the airport to prove they can sustain themselves in Australia – even if they have a person sponsoring them who has provided a scan of a bank account showing ample funds to look after her?

Asking again, thank you in advance for those who will reply. 🙂

I am planning to visit Australia on February 2018, should I apply for a tourist visa as early as now or like how many months before February? Thank you!

We are planning to visit Australia on Dec.27,2017 up to January 3,2018. Do I need to apply now. Thank you

I’d apply now..that way you’ll be all set in 2018…. better to have it all done beforehand. I manage a hotel in Australia so if you need hints on places to see..

hi, just a question.. When I clicked the “view health Assessment” it says i am required to take the exam and I already have a HAP ID. Do I need to wait for an email/call from the Immig first before I proceed? because I also dont know until when can I submit the Application.

Just wanted to confirm if it’s needed to submit leave of absence from work or certificate of employment will do?

Actually, it will be my second time to apply for a tourist visa in Australia and my first visa was approved but I have submitted an LOA for that. I don’t think my employer would allow me again to leave for 3 months. So, I’m just checking if coe will do. Thank you.

Hi it says CTC of BC and passport and others needed in the appli ation … i read here photocopys only…please clarify thanks

Hi, I also created an Immiaccount but I don’t have any assets yet. I only have bank statements and my payroll. Will it matter? How many months of payslip do I need to provide?

Kindly teach me the format of how to scanned the documents to attached in the immi account. thanks

My Boss and his family will got to Australia on July 2019 for Vacation but they will bring 1 nanny for them. If they apply for immi account, can they include his nanny name on them. or they should apply different immi account for the nanny. Please advise we really need your help and advise on this matter.

Very helpful post but I think you need to edit on the healh examination part, it is only needed when you’re going to stay in Australia for 90Days or more.

Thanks a lot for all the info you provided! I also applied online via IMMI and I just wanted to share that I have just been granted a one-year multiple-entry visa to Australia! The best part is that it was granted to me just one day after the date of my application (applied yesterday, visa granted today!) The KEY is to make sure that all requirements are complete (I even attached my employment contract which is something that is not usually mentioned in any blogs I’ve read). Anyway, goodluck to everyone and yes it is possible to get your visa in a day!

Hi! For the scanned copies I can just upload pics taken from my phone? The site says certified copies. What does this mean? Do I have to sign each page that I upload?

Wow! Congratulations JL! When are you going to Australia?

They also give 3-year multiple entry visa.

Are you sure? I have not seen this listed on the Australian Immigration Department website.

Planning to tour Australia next year, January 2018. When is the best time to apply for a tourist Visa? Thanks!

I would like to ask you if all your submitted documents certified true copies. Is it possible to submit a requirement documents from a photo taken from phone.

Hi, I just want to ask because i’m planning to visit Australia next year 2018 month of March and Do i really need to show some assets and at least 300k show money even i’m planning to get a tourist visa that is good for 3 to 6 months? But the problem is i don’t have any assets yet and i can only show my bank account/statement and payslip from my work. Is there a possibility that they will deny my VISA APPLICATION?

that’s not true.. you just have to show proof that you have a consistent source of income and you have enough money to pay for your visit, maybe at least 90USD per day.

Thank you so much Ate Kach. This page really help me a lot, especially on how to apply a visa application. I’m hoping they will approve my visa application on March. Love you ate Kach

Hello JL how did u do it??? Thanks

Hi, can you please put a list of what documents you attached? This will help us all.

Thanks alot!

There is a list of required documents on the Australian immigration dept website:

https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/trav/visa-1/600-/Visitor-visa-(subclass-600)-Tourist-Stream-document-checklist

J can you let us know what documents you attached pls?

hello po is it ok na mag apply ng tourist visa and then find a job when u get there?…. mga magkanu po gagastusin for visa application and how much the plane ticket… thanks po

Hello Yra, you can’t apply for a job there if you only have a tourist visa.

This is the main reason why some Filipinos are finding it hard to apply for a tourist visa in certain countries even if all the documents are sufficient. If your primary reason is to find work with a tourist visa, it would be best to do it the right way – apply for a working visa!

That’s right Nick! Always follow the rules.

we want to apply visa for australia to visit my friend and if we have a chance to work there.what kind of visa we are going to apply how to apply

Hi. I am now on my 4th visit in Australia. And so far, for the 4 times that ive applied for an australian visa, i was never asked for a health exam … Unless you apply for a 12 months stay.

Interesting.. I applied for a tourist visa and got approved without submitting a health endorsement. I applied from Vietnam though so I don’t know if that makes a difference. But after doing 1 through 5, I was just instructed to go to the embassy for the fingerprinting/biometrics. I stayed in Oz for a month. Beautiful and amazing country/continent!

Hi, I would like to apply for an Australian visa as well. I’m working here in Vietnam. Would you be so kind to provide me some processing details? Thanks

Hi good day.. Just want to know what kind of visa I’m apply my boyfriend invited me for tourist there in 3 months..how to apply and what requirements? And can need medical exam for 3 months?

All the details po are on the article 🙂

Just want to share. Ive applied for the visa following the directions here, After 1 day i got the electronic visa. I was in a bit of surprised. And yes, they will not ask for health exam. They’ve given 6 months only of visa validity

hi, i just wanted to ask for the online application, what format were the documents in when you sent them in? pdf? jpeg? or bmp?

Hi Evan i just wanna ask if i can apply earlier as today even though my flight would be on December 2017 Thank you!

Hi how are you my name is Maria. I want my older sister to work here in Australia so what kind of visa I should apply For her. She’s 46 years old and use to work in the Philippines as A Travel agancy in one big Company and she stoped working because our older brother got really sick so shehas to look after him..please give me advice..thanks so much and God Bless you..

You can use the Visa Finder to check what kind of visa applies to your sister. There is a criteria for each. All the best.

Just came back from Australia. I was not required to have medical exam via Tourist visa.

Yes it’s for people who wish to stay there in Australia for 90 days or more 🙂

I wonder how many months of stay as a tourist you applied for. I don’t think everyone is required to undergo medical exam, especially if they are visiting OZ for just a few days or weeks. Can you give us more details?

Tourist visa for a stay of up to 12 months. I am certain it is not required for everyone but in case someone gets asked to have a medical, I hope the information here helps.

Thank you for this very helpful blog and thorough discussion of the australian visa processing. I have few questions: 1. If tourist visa, does it require health exam? 2. How much would a health exam cost? 3. What is the visa validity or duration of a tourist visa before it expires? 4. What are the chance you are granted with a multiple visa if there is?

Thank you. 🙂

1. The health exam may or may not be requested by Immigration. It is a case to case basis. 2. Info included in the article above. 3. It depends on what you apply for and what is granted to you. It can be up to 3 months or up to 12 months. 4. You can state in your application that you are seeking a multiple entry visa and the Immigration will decide on it.

I hope this helps.

Thanks for this info

You’re welcome Ronamy 🙂

Hi. What type of visa did you apply for? Is the health exam part of the requirement if I only plan to travel for tourism purposes for 5 days? It’s very disappointing if the health exam is required. Mas mahal pa yung health exam kesa sa flight na nakuha ko 🙁

no need for tourism.

I applied for a tourist visa for a stay of up to 12 months. I suppose it is not required for everyone and is a case to case basis. All the best.

Just wanted to confirm if it’s needed to submit leave of absence from work or certificate of employment will do?

Actually, it will be my second time to apply for a tourist visa in Australia and my first visa was approved but I have submitted an LOA for that. I don’t think my employer would allow me again to leave for 3 months. So, I’m just checking if coe will do. Thank you.

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Vaccinated visa holders are now allowed to enter Australia. by Ina Louise Manto | March 21, 2022

After closing its borders and having one of the strictest border restrictions around the world, Australia finally reopened its borders in February 2022, allowing long-awaited family reunions and international travel plans to finally happen.

Planning to visit the land down under? Here’s everything you need to know before your visit: 

Table of Contents

• Who can travel to Australia?
• Do Filipinos need a visa to enter Australia?

Australian tourist visa requirements

• Quarantine Rules

Current Australia COVID situation

Who can travel to australia from the philippines.

Starting February 21, 2022, Australia opened its borders to fully vaccinated visa holders. 

Do you need a visa to enter Australia?

Yes, you need a valid Australian visa when traveling from the Philippines to Australia. 

The Tourist Stream is a visa stream that allows an individual to visit Australia as a tourist, to go on a cruise, or to see family and friends. To be eligible for application, you need:

• To prove you’re a genuine visitor  
• Provide enough funds to support your stay and leave 

An individual may be granted a stay of 3 months, 6 months, or 12 months. 

Here’s a list of documents you need for your application. Ensure to provide accurate information: 

• Pages of current passport showing your photo, personal details, passport issue, and expiry date. Also provide a national identity card if you have one or proof of a change of name (marriage certificate, etc.) 
• Proof you have enough funds to support your stay and for leaving Australia such as bank statements, payslips, and credit card statements 
• Letter from a relative or friend in Australia stating their relationship to you, the purpose of visit and stay, if you’ll be staying with them 
• Plans while in Australia 
• Proof of reasons to return home such as a letter from your employer, proof that you can return home, and proof that you are studying in your home country. 

Find the step-by-step tourist visa application guide here . 

Requirements for travel to Australia from the Philippines

Here are the documents you need to prepare for: 

• Issued by a national/state-level authority or accredited vaccination provider 
• Written in English or with translation 
• Contain the traveler’s name that’s the same as in their passport, either birth date, passport number, or national identity number, name of vaccine brand, and the date of each dose 
• Digital Passenger Declaration . You may start your DPD seven days before your flight and submit it within 72 hours prior to departure for Australia. 
• Present a negative PCR Test taken within three days (72 hours) prior to departure or an antigen test taken within 24 hours prior to departure. 

Important notes: 

• Children aged 4 years and younger at the time of check-in for the departure
• Individuals with a medical condition, which prevents them from taking a COVID-19 test. Present a medical certificate. 
• Individuals carrying a certificate provided by a medical practitioner 
• Passengers of an aircraft on an emergency medical evacuation flight and their companions 
• International aircrew who are tested regularly to meet state and surveillance testing requirements 
• Individuals traveling from a country where COVID-19 testing is not reasonably unavailable 

Find more information about travel requirements here . 

Australia quarantine rules

Quarantine rules depend on which state or territory you’re going to:

• Australian Capital Territory
• New South Wales
• Northern Territory  
• Queensland  
• South Australia  
• Western Australia   

For more information and updates, visit the following links: 

• https://www.health.gov.au/health-alerts/covid-19/international-travel/inbound  
• https://www.health.gov.au/health-alerts/covid-19/international-travel/proof-of-vaccination  
• https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/digital-passenger-declaration   

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If you are from the Australian Capital Territory, Queensland, Western Australia, Northern Territory, Vanuatu, Nauru, and Tuvalu or if you wish to apply for a visa at the Philippine Embassy in Canberra, please see below information:

• FOREIGN NATIONALS WHO MAY ENTER THE PHILIPPINES WITHOUT A VISA
• Must comply with entry requirements for arriving foreign nationals as stated in https://immigration.gov.ph/#advisory
• In response to the IATF directive, the One Health Pass is officially replaced with the electronic Arrival Card. Please register at: https://etravel.gov.ph/
• Visa-free foreign nationals from countries under Executive Order 408, S. 1960, which includes Australia, for stays not exceeding 30 days.
• Have filled out the Health Declaration Form - https://etravel.gov.ph/.
• FOREIGN NATIONALS WHO WILL ENTER THE PHILIPPINES WITH A VISA
• Philippine Visa photo requirements are:
• Plain white or off-white background
• Natural facial expression (no smiling) and both eyes open
• No eyeglasses, earrings, necklace, hat or any head covering the hair or hairline
• Taken full-face view directly facing the camera with the photo capturing only the face with a portion of the neck without including the shoulders
• Image pixel dimensions must be in a square aspect ratio (meaning the height must be equal to the width)
• Accomplish Application Form
• The Name, Place of Birth, Date of Birth, Age, Country of Citizenship, Sex, Contact Number and other demographic data must be in English Block Letters. The entries in the First Name, Middle Name, and Last Name should match all entries in the corresponding fields in the applicant’s passport.
• Download and save the application in pdf form. User needs to affix his/her signature to the application form.
• User will then be required to upload the Signed Application Form and a full-sized photo of the Passport Data Page (picture of the Passport Data Page should not include other pages of the passport). PDF document files and image files PNG and JPEG are the allowed file types.
• A visa application receipt confirmation will automatically be sent to your registered email address after completing the online visa application process.
• Ensure Compliance with Philippine Entry Regulations
• Have filled out the Health Declaration Form - https://etravel.gov.ph .

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Fire and rescue services, medical emergencies.

Call 117 for the Police National Operations Center hotline.

Or contact your nearest Philippines National Police (PNP) station.

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Exercise a high degree of caution  in the Philippines overall.

Exercise a high degree of caution  in the Philippines overall due to the threat of terrorism and violent crime.

See Safety .

Do not travel to:

• central and western Mindanao, including the Zamboanga Peninsula;
• the Sulu Archipelago; and
• the southern Sulu Sea area

due to the very high threat of terrorism and kidnapping.

Reconsider your need to travel to eastern Mindanao (excluding Camiguin, Dinagat and Siargao Islands).

Reconsider your need to travel to eastern Mindanao (excluding Camiguin, Dinagat and Siargao Islands), due to political violence and the threat of terrorism.

• Terrorist attacks could occur anywhere in the Philippines. Possible targets include aviation and airports, public transport, hotels, shopping malls, restaurants, major events, places of worship and tourist areas. Be alert to possible threats. On 3 December 2023 there was a terrorist attack in Marawi City resulting in four dead and many injured, leading to heightened security arrangements in Mindanao and elsewhere, including Manila. 
• Kidnappings occur in the Philippines and kidnappers may target popular tourist areas. The threat of kidnapping and piracy in the southern Philippines is high, especially in the area of the Sulu Archipelago. If you travel to the southern Philippines despite our advice, get professional security advice. Ensure your accommodation has proper security measures. Don't travel by boat.
• Protests can turn violent. It's illegal to take part in political rallies if you're not Filipino. Avoid large public gatherings.
• Violent and other serious crime is common. Many crimes involve guns. Gangs often drug tourists before robbing or assaulting them. Pickpocketing, bag snatching, and scams are common. Don't leave food or drinks unattended. Avoid using public transport. Be careful in crowded shopping malls and other public places. Only use ATMs in secure locations.
• Typhoons, tropical storms, flooding, landslides, earthquakes and tsunamis are common. These events may disrupt essential services. Know your accommodation's evacuation plan.

Full travel advice:  Safety

• Medical facilities are generally adequate in major cities. Medical facilities are limited outside cities. 
• Malaria and dengue are common, especially in many provincial areas. Other insect-borne diseases include Japanese encephalitis and filariasis. Consider taking anti-malarial medication. 
• Foodborne, waterborne and other infectious diseases include cholera, typhoid and hepatitis. Drink only boiled or bottled water. Avoid raw or undercooked food. Don't swim in lakes or rivers.
• HIV/AIDS is a risk. Take precautions if you engage in high-risk activities.

Full travel advice:  Health

• If you're accused of a crime, authorities may not let you leave the Philippines until investigations and legal proceedings are finished. These can take a long time, sometimes years.
• Don't use or carry illegal drugs. Penalties are severe and police are strictly enforcing drug laws. Mandatory sentences are common for possessing small amounts of drugs and may include life imprisonment. 
• The Philippines has strong laws against child sex crimes and human trafficking. Sentences can include life imprisonment. You can also be charged under Australian law for child sex crimes committed overseas.
• Local laws don't protect LGBTI rights. Consider avoiding public displays of affection.

Full travel advice:  Local laws

• You can enter the Philippines without a visa for a period of stay of 30 days or less, provided that you meet all of the requirements and certain  conditions . Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. You should contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the Philippines for the latest details.
• You must register your travel to and from the Philippines on the  eTravel Card  online portal in order to receive a QR code to use for arrival and departure formalities.
• Airlines and countries you transit throug https://etravel.gov.ph/h may have different requirements. Check and fully understand the requirements of the airline you're travelling with. Also check the requirements of any country you're transiting through. Transit passengers should ensure they meet all  entry requirements  for the Philippines. Flight cancellations or delays have resulted in transit passengers who do not meet arrival requirements having to remain inside the airport, sometimes for many days.
• Airside transfer is not permitted between Terminal 3, and Terminal 1 or 2 of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). All travellers transiting to or from Terminal 3 must pass through Immigration and meet all Philippine arrival requirements.

Failure to meet entry requirements may result in you being denied entry to the Philippines and detained until the next available flight to your port of departure or Australia, at your own expense.

Full travel advice:  Travel

Local contacts

• The  Consular Services Charter  details what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.
• For consular help, contact the Australian Embassy in Manila . 
• To stay up to date with local information, follow the Embassy’s social media accounts

Full travel advice:  Local contacts

Full advice

Terrorist attacks, including bombings, are possible anytime, anywhere in the Philippines, including Manila. 

The Philippine media occasionally reports that terrorists may be planning attacks.

Possible targets for future attacks include places travellers and expats visit, such as:

• aviation and airports
• transport hubs and the metro system
• hotels, shopping malls, clubs, restaurants, bars and markets
• places of worship
• outdoor recreation events
• other tourist areas

Mindanao and the southern Philippines

These areas have a high threat of:

• terrorist attacks
• violent crime
• violent clashes between armed groups

We continue to advise do not travel to central or western Mindanao. If despite our advice you visit these areas:

• get professional security advice
• have effective personal security measures in place

If you get into trouble, the Australian Government may be unable to help. In most cases, our ability to provide consular assistance in do not travel locations is extremely limited.

Any travel by Australian officials to do not travel locations is subject to high-level approval and is based on a rigorous risk assessment.

Terror attacks

Terror attacks include:

• On 3 December 2023 there was a terrorist attack in Marawi City resulting in four dead and many injured, leading to heightened security arrangements in Mindanao and elsewhere, including Manila. 
• On 24 August 2020, a dual bomb attack in Jolo, Sulu killed 14 people and injured 75.
• On 7 September 2019, a bomb blast in a public market in Sultan Kudarat, Mindanao injured 7 people.
• On 28 June 2019, several soldiers and civilians were killed in a suicide bombing at the entrance to a military base at Indanan in Sulu, Mindanao.
• On 30 January 2019, a grenade attack at the Mahardika mosque in Zamboanga City, Mindanao killed 2 people and injured others.
• On 27 January 2019, a bomb attack at the Roman Catholic Cathedral of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Jolo, Sulu, Mindanao, killed more than 27 people and injured many more.

Terrorism is a threat worldwide.

More information:

Kidnapping occurs across the world with political, ideological, and criminal motives. Foreigners, including Australians, have been kidnapped overseas whilst travelling. Kidnaps can happen anywhere, anytime, including in destinations that are typically at lower risk.  

Kidnapping can happen anywhere in the Philippines, including in metropolitan Manila. Kidnapping can be business, criminal or terrorism-related, and foreign nationals are affected. Kidnappings occur in rural, urban and coastal areas. Criminal kidnappers tend to target individuals perceived as wealthy. The threat is highest in central and western Mindanao, especially: 

• along the Zamboanga Peninsula 
• in the Sulu Archipelago 
• off the coast of Sabah, Malaysia 

Locals, expatriates and foreigners, including Australians, have been kidnapped in central and western Mindanao and in eastern Malaysia. Kidnappers sometimes hold victims for a long time, even for years, before releasing them. They sometimes kill their captives. 

The threat of piracy in the southern Philippines is high, especially in the Sulu Archipelago. 

If, despite our advice, you travel to an area with a high risk of kidnapping, our ability to provide consular assistance in these destinations will be limited.  

To reduce the risk of kidnapping:  

• always be alert to your personal security and surroundings  
• get professional security advice for travel in locations with a heightened kidnap risk  
• check your accommodation has appropriate security measures  
• avoid isolated locations, particularly when travelling alone  
• notify family or friends of planned travel, and share your location   
• avoid talking about your money or business affairs  
• use ATMs in public places and during daylight hours  
• avoid giving personal details to strangers online or over the phone  

The Australian Government's longstanding policy is that it doesn't make payments or concessions to kidnappers. Ransom payments to kidnappers have funded further terrorist attacks and criminal activity. Paying a ransom to terrorist groups will likely break Australian counter-terrorism financing laws.

• Travelling by boat

Civil unrest and political tension

Avoid all protests, demonstrations, or rallies, and monitor local media for updated information. See our general information on staying safe in case of  demonstrations . 

Public protests and events that draw large groups of people are not uncommon and can gather quickly. Sometimes they can turn violent.

It's illegal to take part in political rallies if you're not Filipino. Authorities may deport Australians or cancel their visas for being involved.

Armed clashes occur between security forces and militants, throughout the country but especially in central and western Mindanao.

The armed wing of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP), the New People’s Army (CPP-NPA), operates throughout the Philippines. They are often involved in attacks targeting Philippine security forces.

In central and western Mindanao, armed clashes between rival clans and other armed groups are common, often resulting in deaths.

If you see a confrontation between police and criminals or between rival groups, leave the area straight away.

• Demonstrations and civil unrest

Violent crime

Violent crime is a serious problem in the Philippines.

Gun ownership is widespread and poorly regulated. This adds to the high rate of violent crime.

Gunfights between police and criminals have occurred in the past, including in tourist areas in Manila. People, including bystanders, have been killed or injured in such incidents.

Terrorist groups are sometimes involved in violent criminal activities in rural areas. They target business interests, including mining projects, for extortion. 

Several Australians have died after property disputes turned violent.

There have been instances where armed criminals have robbed and killed or injured people on:

Avoid travel on these forms of transport.

Gangs are active in Manila, and provincial resort towns. 

Gangs can drug, rob or assault tourists.

Drink spiking can occur, including in areas frequented by foreigners in Metro Manila. To reduce the risk of drink spiking:

• never accept food or drinks from strangers or leave drinks unattended
• if you aren't sure if a drink is safe, leave it
• stay with people you trust in bars, nightclubs and taxis

Petty crime and scams

Pickpocketing and bag snatching are common, including in Manila. Be careful in crowded shopping malls, bars and nightclubs, and other public places.

Scams , including those involving property ownership, business ventures, credit cards and ATMs, are common. You should seek legal advice before committing to any major financial decision.

Online relationship and friendship  scams  are common. In the past, victims, which have included Australians, have been blackmailed or found themselves facing legal action.

• Be cautious of anyone you meet online from overseas.
• Learn the signs of a relationship scam. Know what to watch for.
• Never send money.
• If you've already given them money, don't go overseas to try to get it back.
• Always confirm their identity (including their age), before going overseas to meet them.

Learn more about internet  friendship, dating and marriage scams  on ScamWatch. 

To protect yourself from scams:

• undertake due diligence when entering into business ventures
• only use ATMs in secure locations such as banks, shops and shopping centres
• always keep your debit and credit cards in sight

To protect yourself from crime:

• always keep your personal belongings close, especially in crowded areas
• monitor local sources for information about new security risks

Cyber security

You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you’re connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth.

Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions, or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media.

• Cyber security when travelling overseas

Swimming safety

Swimming off coastal areas is risky.

Severe currents and rips are common in coastal areas. Many travellers have drowned, including at popular resorts.

Lifeguards are rarely available.

A red flag means you shouldn't enter the water.

If you plan on swimming:

• take extra care when swimming off coastal areas
• never swim after dark or after consuming alcohol
• don't swim where there are red flags
• get local advice before swimming

Tours and adventure activities

Transport and tour operators don't always follow safety and maintenance standards. This includes for adventure activities such as diving.

If you plan to do an  adventure activity :

• check if your travel insurance policy covers it
• ask about and insist on minimum safety requirements
• always use available safety gear, such as life jackets or seatbelts

If proper safety equipment isn't available, use another provider.

Climate and natural disasters

The Philippines experiences frequent natural disasters  and  severe weather , including:

• Volcanic eruptions
• Earthquakes

To protect yourself during a natural disaster:

• secure your passport in a safe, waterproof place
• monitor news and other weather information sources such as the  Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System
• take official warnings seriously and follow the advice of local authorities
• have a plan of what to do
• keep in touch with friends and family

Identify local sources of support and advice that can help you after a natural disaster.

If you're visiting after a natural disaster, contact your tour operator to check if services are affected.

Typhoons usually occur between late May and December and cause significant damage and disruption. 

The direction and strength of typhoons can change with little warning.

Typhoons may disrupt communications, including phones and internet. Transportation may also be disrupted.

Heavy rain associated with typhoons may cause localised flooding.

If you're travelling during typhoon season:

• know your accommodation's evacuation plans
• identify your local shelter
• check the latest typhoon information at the  Joint Typhoon Warning Centre

If there's a typhoon:

• adequate shelter may not be available
• flights and ferries could be delayed or suspended, and travel could be unsafe
• available flights and ferries may fill quickly
• ports could be affected

Contact your airline for the latest flight information.

• National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (NDRRMC)
• Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)

Earthquakes and volcanoes

The Philippines is located on the Ring of Fire.  Earthquakes  and volcanic eruptions are common. Following an earthquake or volcanic eruption, there may be disruptions to essential services. 

• On 27 July 2022, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake occurred in Abra, Northern Luzon, resulting in landslides and damage to infrastructure. The earthquake was felt in Manila. 
• On 12 August 2021, a 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit in Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental.
• On 24 July 2021, a 6.6 magnitude earthquake hit at an intermediate depth of 130km beneath the epicentre near Balayan, Luzon.
• On 7 February 2021 a 6.3 magnitude earthquake occurred 6km southeast of Magsaysay, Davao Del Sur at an intensity of 5 (strong) in Kidapawan City causing injuries and damage to the area.
• On 22 January 2021, a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Jose Abad Santos, Davao Occidental.
• On 25 December 2020, a 6.3 magnitude earthquake occurred offshore near Batangas in central Luzon. This earthquake was felt in Manila.
• In April 2019 a 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck the northern Luzon region. It damaged infrastructure and disrupted essential services, including transport. This earthquake was felt in Manila.

Monitor media reports and follow the advice of the local authorities.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) has set up permanent danger zones (PDZ) around the summits of several volcanoes:

• Mayon volcano in Albay Province has a 6km PDZ
• Bulusan volcano in Bicol Province has a 4km PDZ
• the entire volcanic island of Taal is a PDZ

Avoid areas around all of these volcanoes.

On 12 January 2020, Taal Volcano, in the southern Luzon province of Batangas, erupted. Residents within 14 km were advised to evacuate, and ash clouds travelling over Manila affected both international and domestic flights at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).

On 26 and 27 March 2022, Taal Volcano erupted again, resulting in a temporary increase to the alert level and evacuation of a number of surrounding communities.

Volcanic activity may increase with little or no notice. It may disrupt flights in the region. Individual airlines make their own decisions about flight operations. Contact your airline or tour operator for up-to-date information.

If there is major volcanic activity, monitor warnings from the  Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) .

Large and destructive tsunamis can happen.

If there's a tsunami warning:

• check the US  Tsunami Warning Centre  website regularly
• follow the advice of local authorities

Move to high ground straight away if:

• you feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up
• you feel a weak, rolling earthquake that lasts a minute or more
• you see a sudden rise or fall in sea level
• you hear loud and unusual noises from the sea

Don't wait for official warnings. Once on high ground, monitor local media and weather services.

Travel insurance

Get comprehensive  travel insurance  before you travel.

Your policy needs to cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. 

If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.

The Australian Government won't pay for your medical expenses overseas or medical evacuation costs. This can be very expensive and if you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front.

• what activities and care your policy covers
• that your insurance covers you for the whole time you'll be away

If you travel to central and western Mindanao despite our advice, you'll probably need a specialised insurance policy that covers travel to high-risk destinations. Most Australian policies won't cover you for travel to these areas.

Physical and mental health

Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition. 

See your doctor or travel clinic to:

• have a basic health check-up
• ask if your travel plans may affect your health
• plan any vaccinations you need

Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.

If you have immediate concerns for your welfare or the welfare of someone you know, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or contact your  nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate  to discuss counselling hotlines and services available in your location.

If you need to speak to counselling services in the Philippines, contact the following:

• In Touch  (Crisis Line # +63 2 8893 7603 | +63 917 800 1123 | +63 922 893 8944)
• National Centre for Mental Health  (NCMH) (Crisis Hotline +63 917 899 8272 | +63917 898 8272)

You can also contact the Australian Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305. 

• General health advice
• Healthy holiday tips  (Healthdirect Australia)

Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may even be considered illegal or a controlled substance, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.

If you plan to bring medication, check if it's legal in the Philippines. Take enough legal medicine for your trip.

Carry a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor stating:

• what the medication is
• your required dosage
• that it's for personal use

Health risks

Rabies  is a risk throughout the Philippines, including in Manila.

To protect yourself from rabies:

• avoid direct contact with dogs
• don't feed or pat animals
• avoid contact with other animals, including bats.

Talk to your doctor about getting a pre-exposure rabies vaccination if you're planning to:

• stay in the Philippines for a long time
• work with animals.

If bitten or scratched by an animal:

• immediately use soap and water to wash the wound thoroughly
• seek urgent medical attention.

There have been recent  measles  outbreaks throughout the Philippines, including Manila.

In 2019, the Philippines reported more than 47,000 cases of measles and over 630 deaths. The Philippines Department of Health advised the outbreak was under control in April 2019; however, the outbreak declaration has not lifted.

Get vaccinated against measles.

• Philippines Department of Health
• Australian Department of Health and Aged Care

Polio is an infectious disease that can spread rapidly and mainly affects young children. It can cause muscle weakness, paralysis and, on rare occasions, it can be fatal. Make sure you're vaccinated against polio.

On 19 September 2019, the Philippines Department of Health reported a polio outbreak. This was declared to have ended in June 2021.

• Department of Health and Aged Care
• World Health Organization

Insect-borne illnesses

Malaria ,  dengue , Japanese encephalitis , filariasis , and other insect-borne illnesses are increasing in Manila and neighbouring provinces. 

These illnesses are more common during the rainy season between May and December.

Get vaccinated against Japanese encephalitis before you travel.

There's no vaccination or specific treatment available for dengue or  Zika virus .

If you're pregnant, the Australian Department of Health recommends that you:

• discuss travel plans with your doctor
• consider deferring non-essential travel to affected areas

To protect yourself from disease:

• make sure your accommodation is insect-proof
• use insect repellent
• wear long, loose, light-coloured clothing
• consider taking medicine to prevent malaria
• Infectious diseases
• Dengue Fact Sheet - WHO

HIV/AIDS  is a risk for travellers.

Take precautions if you engage in activities that expose you to risk of infection.

Condoms may be difficult to find outside Manila.

Other health risks

Waterborne, foodborne, parasitic and other infectious diseases are common, including:

• Tuberculosis
• Meningitis  

Serious outbreaks can occur.

Lakes and rivers can contain waterborne diseases, such as:

• Bilharzia (schistosomiasis)
• Leptospirosis

Risks are highest after flooding and continue after floods recede.

Swimmers in coastal resort areas have also reported illness from pollution.

To reduce your risk of illness:

• drink boiled water or water from bottles with sealed lids
• avoid ice cubes
• avoid uncooked and undercooked food, such as salads
• don't swim in fresh water sources
• always check with local authorities before swimming in waters

Get medical advice if you suspect food poisoning or have a fever or diarrhoea.

Fish poisoning

Ciguatera fish poisoning  from eating reef fish can be a hazard.

• Ciguatera poisoning information  (NSW Food Authority)

Bird flu (avian influenza)

Avian influenza  occurs in farm birds.

To protect yourself from avian influenza:

• stay away from live poultry
• don't visit live bird and animal markets, including 'wet' markets and poultry farms

When preparing food, handle poultry properly. Make sure you thoroughly cook all parts of the poultry.

Medical care

Medical facilities.

Major private hospitals, particularly in Metro Manila, are well-equipped and internationally accredited. Medical facilities in rural/regional areas may have limited services and facilities, including in some popular tourist destinations.  

Most hospitals need up-front payment or guarantee of payment before they'll treat you. Treatment can be expensive.

Hospitals may cease treatment if ongoing bills are not settled. You should ensure you understand what your Philippine health fund or travel insurance provider will and will not cover.

Decompression chambers are available in:

• Bacolod, Negros Occidental
• Batangas City
• Cavite City
• Cebu City, Cebu
• Coron, Palawan
• Davao City, Davao
• Makati City
• Manadaue City, Cebu
• Quezon City
• Panglao, Bohol
• Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro
• Puerto Princesca City, Palawan
• Tacloban City, Leyte

It is common for decompression chambers not to be working.

If you become seriously ill or injured, you may need to be evacuated. Medical evacuation can be very expensive.

For a list of hospitals in the Philippines visit the Philippine Department of Health website.

You'll be subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling.

If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our  Consular Services Charter . But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.

If you're accused of a crime, authorities may not let you leave the Philippines until investigations and legal proceedings are finished.

The justice process can take a long time. Some court cases take years and you may be held in detention for a long time before your trial is finalised.

Australians accused of crimes have experienced financial and other difficulties while waiting for their cases to finish.

Penalties for drug offences are severe. They include long jail terms, including life imprisonment, for even small amounts.

A major clampdown on drugs - the war on drugs - has been underway since 2016. There are mandatory jail sentences for possessing even small amounts of illicit drugs. Thousands have been arrested and a large number of people have been killed in drug-related violence.

• Carrying or using drugs

The Philippines also has strong laws against  child sex crimes  and human trafficking. Authorities have arrested and prosecuted a number of foreigners, including Australians, for these offences. Sentences can include life imprisonment.

It's illegal to take photos of official buildings for publication.

Australian laws

Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you're overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.

• Staying within the law

Local customs

Local laws don't protect LGBTI rights.

Locals generally tolerate the LGBTI community. However, open displays of affection between same-sex partners may offend. 

• Advice for LGBTI travellers

Dual citizenship

The Philippines recognises dual nationality.

Always travel on your  Australian passport .

• Dual nationals

Visas and border measures

Every country or territory decides who can enter or leave through its borders. For specific information about the evidence you'll need to enter a foreign destination, check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering. 

You are permitted to enter the Philippines without a visa for a period of stay of 30 days or less provided that you meet all of the requirements.

See the following links for the latest information:

• Philippine Embassy in Australia website 
• Philippines Bureau of Immigration website
• Philippines Office of Consular Affairs website
• Philippines Tourism

Ensure you keep your visa up to date.  Failure to do so may result in you being:

• fined or arrested
• detained in immigration detention
• deported back to Australia at your cost
• blacklisted from future travel to the Philippines

Detention conditions in the Philippines do not compare with Australian standards, and deportation processes can be lengthy. 

You can apply to extend your tourist visa (visa waiver) through the Philippines Bureau of Immigration  and pay the appropriate fees.

Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice. Get further details about visas, currency, customs and quarantine rules from:

• the nearest  embassy or consulate of the Philippines
• the Philippines Bureau of Immigration website

Border measures

Australians are permitted to enter the Philippines without a visa for a period of 30 days or less provided that you meet all of the  requirements .

Your passport must be valid for at least six months, and you must have onward/return tickets for no later than 30 days from your arrival in the Philippines.

You must register at the  eTravel  online portal and complete the electronic health declaration checklist in order to receive a QR code for validation by the Bureau of Quarantine.

Children under 15 years of age may need a Waiver of Exclusion Ground if they're:

• not accompanied by a parent
• coming to meet a parent or parents in the Philippines

You should declare any:

• local cash of more than PHP50,000 to Bureau of Customs officers at the airport when you arrive or leave
• amounts of more than $US10,000 or of the same value in a different foreign currency
• this covers all forms of currency, not only cash.

Confirm requirements through your travel provider or nearest Philippine Embassy.

Check and fully understand the requirements of the airline you're travelling with, as their requirements may be different.

Failure to meet entry requirements may result in you being denied entry to the Philippines and detained until the next available flight to your port of departure or to Australia. This will be at your own expense.

Departure from the Philippines

You must register your departure from the Philippines on the  eTravel  online portal within 72 hours (but not less than 3 hours) before your scheduled departure.

Airlines and transiting country protocols may differ. It's important that you check and fully understand the requirements of the airline you are travelling with. You should also check requirements for the country you are transiting through.

You must have current visas and exit paperwork to depart. You may need an Emigration Clearance Certificate (ECC) from the Philippines Bureau of Immigration before you leave the Philippines if you have stayed in the Philippines for more than six months. You'll need to visit an immigration office in person to undertake biometrics. Allow enough time to complete the process at immigration office. For more information visit the  Philippines Bureau of Immigration .

Children born in the Philippines who are leaving the country for the first time on a foreign passport will need an ECC.

You must pay any outstanding visa fees or fines or risk not being able to depart the country. You may be detained by the Philippine Government and subject to a lengthy deportation process.

You must have no outstanding legal issues or court cases. You need to contact the relevant court or the Bureau of Immigration to confirm that you do not have any travel restrictions (Hold Departure Order; Watchlist and Blacklist).

Check the  Philippines Bureau of Immigration  website for more detailed information or make an appointment to settle your visa issues.

Depending on your Philippine visa type (such as those issued by the Philippine Department of Justice (DoJ), the Philippine Board of Investments (BoI), the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) or the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA)), you may need to obtain a Travel Pass from the Department that issued your visa in order to leave the Philippines. If you hold an ECC issued by the  Bureau of Immigration  you may be exempt from this requirement.

If you're leaving the Philippines from Mactan-Cebu or Clark International Airports, you need to pay a departure tax.

If transiting through a third country, ensure you have completed any forms to transit that country. Ensure you have six months validity on your passport.

Transiting through the Philippines

All passengers transiting through the Philippines should ensure they meet all Philippine  arrival requirements . Flight cancellations or delays have resulted in transit passengers who do not meet arrival requirements, having to remain inside the airport, sometimes for many days. 

Airside transfer is not permitted between Terminal 3 and Terminal 1 or 2 of NAIA. All travellers transiting to or from Terminal 3 must pass through Immigration and meet all Philippine arrival requirements. You should allow plenty of time for arrival formalities and check-in for your next flight.

If you're denied entry, the Australian Embassy is not able to intervene in any decisions made by the Bureau of Immigration.

You should discuss options for transit with your airline or travel agent.

Some countries won't let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you're just transiting or stopping over.

Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. Travellers can receive conflicting advice from different sources.

You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months.

The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport's expiry date before you travel. If you're not sure it'll be valid for long enough, consider getting  a new passport .

If you need to renew or replace your passport, please contact the Australian Embassy directly for advice about how we can assist you.

Lost or stolen passport

Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.

Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.

If you lose your passport on arrival into the Philippines, before passing through Immigration, you'll be refused entry to the Philippines. You'll be sent back to your port of origin by Philippine Government and the Australian Government is unable to help.

If your passport is lost or stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible:

• In Australia, contact the  Australian Passport Information Service .
• If you're overseas, contact the nearest  Australian embassy or consulate .

Passport with ‘X’ gender identifier

Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can’t guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest  embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination  before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers.

More information: 

• LGBTI travellers

The local currency is the Philippine peso (PHP). You can easily convert AUD for PHP at airports, banks, shopping centres, tourist locations, in major cities and towns.

ATMs are widely available. International credit cards are generally accepted in hotels, restaurants and higher-end shops, particularly in cities and larger towns. However, it is advisable to keep some cash. Card skimming occurs. 

Local travel

Travelling in the Philippines takes longer than it does in Australia. 

Driving permit

You can use an Australian driver's licence for up to 90 days after you arrive. After that, you need to get a Philippines licence.

• Land Transportation Office

Road travel

Roads are generally congested and often in poor condition. Drivers often break the road rules.

Avoid driving off the national highways and other sealed roads, especially at night.

You're more likely to die in a motor vehicle accident in the Philippines than in Australia.

• Driving or riding

Motorcycles

Certified helmets are mandatory when riding in major cities. Accidents are frequent.

Check if your travel insurance policy covers you when riding a motorbike and if any exclusions apply. You might not be covered if you don't have a valid Australian motorcycle licence.

Be careful if using taxis and remain alert. Some taxis are unroadworthy or may be unsafe due to poor maintenance. There have been cases where drivers and their accomplices have robbed or harmed passengers. Avoid displaying money or jewellery in taxis and don't hand your mobile phone to your driver if asked.

Use ridesharing apps and Grab taxis (the equivalent of Uber) or hire cars sourced from hotels as a preference. They're more reliable than taxis hailed on the street.

Public transport

Public road (bus, jeepneys) and rail transport is widely used throughout the country but should be avoided due to safety and security risks. See  Safety .

• Transport and getting around safely

Sea travel in the Philippines can be hazardous.

Avoid ferries if you can.

If you must travel by sea:

• use a ferry service with a good reputation
• don't use ferries that are overcrowded and appear poorly maintained
• take your own lifejacket

Piracy  and kidnapping occur in Philippine waters. See  Safety

DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.

Check the  Philippines' air safety profile  with the Aviation Safety Network website.

Emergencies

Depending on what you need, contact your:

• family and friends
• travel agent
• insurance provider

Always get a police report when you report a crime.

Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.

Consular contacts

Read the  Consular Services Charter  for what the Australian Government can and can't do to help you overseas.

For consular help, see contact details below.

Australian Embassy, Manila

Level 23 Tower 2 RCBC Plaza 6819 Ayala Avenue Makati City, 1200, Philippines Phone: (+63 2) 7757 8100

Fax: (+63 2) 7757 8344

Email Consular assistance: [email protected]

Email Passport enquiries: [email protected]

Email Notarial enquiries: [email protected]

Website:  philippines.embassy.gov.au

Facebook: Australia in the Philippines

X: @AusAmbPH

Check the Embassy website for details about opening hours and any temporary closures.

24-hour Consular Emergency Centre

In a consular emergency, if you can't contact an embassy, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:

• +61 2 6261 3305 from overseas
• 1300 555 135 in Australia

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Philippines Visa Requirements

Entry requirements for the philippines.

New entry requirements for the Philippines : All travelers need to complete the eTravel One-Stop Electronic Travel Declaration System (originally the One Health Pass) to enter the Philippines. You can apply here .

When visiting the Philippines, it is essential to meet the country’s visa requirements .

Whether or not a foreign citizen needs a visa for the Philippines depends on a variety of factors , the main ones being:

• The country that issued the visitor’s passport
• The traveler’s reason(s) to visit the Philippines
• The intended length of stay

A number of nationalities can enter the Philippines visa-free for short-term stays that do not involve carrying out remunerated activities. Others can obtain a travel permit online , while some may have to request a traditional visa through an embassy or travel agency.

Entry Requirements for Travel to the Philippines

When traveling to the Philippines, it is extremely important to meet all the entry requirements established by the government.

Depending on the traveler’s nationality, they may need one of the following travel permits :

Philippines eTA

This entry permit can only be applied for by Taiwan citizens by filling out a form

Philippines visa

Citizens of many countries are required to apply for a visa to travel to the Philippines

New : All travelers need to complete the One-Stop electronic Travel Declaration system

All foreigners must make sure to check the policies and requirements relevant to the visa of their choice before applying for a permit and departing for the Philippines.

A visitor visa to the country can be obtained through an Embassy or Consulate. Citizens of Taiwan need to complete an online form with a valid passport in order to obtain their eTA for the Philippines .

Travel visa and documents required to enter the Philippines

The Philippines has visa exemption agreements with several countries around the world.

Therefore, a great number of nationals are not required to apply for a visa. However, all foreigners who wish to enter the Philippines must meet the following requirements :

• Passport valid for 6 months past the expected stay
• Roundtrip flight itinerary
• Hotel or accommodation reservations
• Cash, debit or credit card

Upon arrival in the Philippines, incoming passengers must go through border control.

All travelers should keep the following in mind regarding Philippine customs regulations :

• Firearms  are forbidden
• Certain items like alcohol and tobacco can be imported duty-free in small amounts only
• Foreign currency of more than US$10,000 and local currency of more than P10,000 must be declared upon entry or exit

Before heading to the country, non-Philippine nationals should be prepared to show the airline at the point of departure to the Philippines a ticket for onward travel . Otherwise, most airlines will make them buy one on the spot or refuse them entry into the aircraft.

These are some of the visa requirements for the Philippines:

• Valid passport or equivalent travel document — this must continue to be valid for a minimum of six (6) months after leaving the Philippines
• Completed visa application form with the required information
• Photos of the applicant (passport style, 2 copies)
• Proof of traveling for tourism or business
• Return or onward tickets as proof of intention to leave the Philippines
• Method of payment for the visa fees

Another important entry requirement for the Philippines to keep in mind is that all travelers must bring proof of financial means . This can be provided by showing a sufficient amount of cash or a debit or credit card.

Do I Need a Philippines eTA or a Visa?

Citizens of Taiwan will need to have a printed copy of their electronic visa waiver (eTA) , as well as all the other entry requirements.

For some travelers, the Philippines visitor visa is necessary in order to enter the country. In this case, specific supporting documentation requirements apply.

Applications for a temporary visitor’s visa must be made in person at an embassy or consulate. Philippines visa requirements for tourist permits include , among others, having a valid passport.

In the case of a minor (under 18 years of age) , the application must be made by their parent or guardian.

Who does not need a Philippines visa?

The following nationals can enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 59 days :

The below list includes countries whose citizens can enjoy a trip to the Philippines for up to 30 days without a visa :

• Antigua and Barbuda
• Burkina Faso
• Central African Republic
• Republic of the Congo
• Cote d'Ivoire
• Dominican Republic
• El Salvador
• Equatorial Guinea
• Guinea-Bissau
• Liechtenstein
• Marshall Islands
• New Zealand
• Papua New Guinea
• Saint Kitts and Nevis
• Saint Lucia
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
• Sao Tome and Principe
• Saudi Arabia
• Solomon Islands
• South Africa
• South Korea
• Switzerland
• Trinidad and Tobago
• Turkmenistan
• United Arab Emirates
• United States
• Vatican City

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And the European Union citizens:

• Czech Republic
• Netherlands
• United Kingdom

Travelers from the below nations can remain in the Philippines for up to 14 days without a visa :

Visitors from all of the above countries who plan to stay longer than indicated or travel for reasons that are not covered by the visa-free agreement must obtain a valid visa or travel permit before entering the Philippines.

Those who are not on the aforementioned lists must also hold a visa in order to cross the border.

Regardless of their nationality, all foreign visitors must make sure to abide by the visa requirements and conditions not only when applying but also during the entirety of their stay in the Philippines.

Philippines eTA requirements

At this time, only citizens of Taiwan are eligible to obtain an online visa waiver for the Philippines. Visa requirements for the Philippines electronic authorizations include:

• A valid Taiwanese passport
• A current email address to receive important notifications about the eTA application
• A debit or credit card to pay for the visa fee.

All fields in the online form must be accurately filled out in English unless otherwise stated.

The information provided on the online application must match the details on the applicant’s passport.

An approved travel authorization should be printed on a clean A4 sheet . The Philippine electronic visa waiver is granted to individuals, not groups, therefore each applicant’s authorization must be printed on a separate sheet of paper.

The approved travel authorization will include information regarding its validity and the amount of time that the eTA holder is allowed to stay in the country.

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Interested to visit South Africa? Here are the visa requirements for Philippine passport holders

The Philippines is the second largest Southeast Asian tourist market in South Africa, next to Singapore. 

In 2023, almost 6,500 Filipinos travelled to The Rainbow Nation, compared to 4,329 in 2022, representing a 15% year-on-year increase.

In an interview with GMA News Online, Neliswa Nkani, South African Tourism’s Hub Head for the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia, said that compared to pre-COVID times, Filipinos are now more ready to travel outside of Asia.

“The Philippine market is ready to travel to South Africa, to see the beauty, the natural beauty, and the culture,” Nkani said.

“And also your summer is around the corner, and everybody wants anything but the heatwaves of the Philippines, and South Africa got the perfect weather,” she added.

If you’re among those looking to visit  South Africa  to go on a safari and experience wonderful things from Mother Nature, here are the requirements you need to prepare for your Visa application as a Philippine passport holder:

Passport:  First on the list is, of course, a passport. It must be valid for at least 30 days after the intended stay or departure date from South Africa, with at least two unused or blank visa pages.

Fully completed visa application form-11 (DHA-84): The form must be completed in black ink and block letters. It must be signed by the applicant, and the signature should match your passport. You may get the form online from VFS . 

Two recent photographs:  Passport-size photos not older than 30 days.

Bank statement : The bank statement or proof of financial capability requires three months of bank statement, certified by a bank and not older than seven days from the time of application. 

Vaccination certificate : Vaccination certificate for yellow fever if the applicant travels through or stays in the yellow fever belt.

Roundtrip flight reservation and hotel booking proof : No fixed flight arrangements should be made until a Visa has been attained.

Copies of passport bio-data pages . 

Cover letter : Original covering letter signed by the applicant stating the name, passport number, and duration of visit.

The letter must have the physical address, contact details of the authorized signature's name and an outline of the purpose and duration of the visit. 

Once you complete all the requirements, you may submit your files to the South African Embassy located in Yuchengco Tower in RCBC Plaza, Makati City. Tourists planning to stay for 29 days or less don't have to pay a visa fee but for those staying in South Africa for 30-90 days, you'll need to shell out P2,525.

By the way, submit your visa application at least 15 working days before your proposed flight itinerary. 

— LA, GMA Integrated News