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Australian Visas for South Africans Travelling to the United Status (US)

We are currently in the process of revamping our visa travel service and at this time can only process applications for corporates with bulk applicants and not individuals. We look forward to introducing our new service in the near future.

Intergate offers a bespoke Australian visa service that provides advice, compilation of the application, submission and return.

What is an Australian visa?

Certain countries are able to travel to Australia under the ETA (Electronic Approval Authority), unfortunately this does not include South Africa citizens.

South African citizens are required to  obtain permissions, in the form of a stamp in their passport, this is referred to as a visa, which allows them to enter and stay in Australia under set conditions and for a set period of time.

For what purposes can I obtain an Australian Visa?

For those who wish to travel to Australia for the purpose of sightseeing, holidaying, visiting friends and relatives, or other short-term non-working activities, you will need a Short-Stay Tourist Visa or Long-Stay Tourist Visa.

If you are travelling to Australia on business, you will need an Short-Stay Business Visa or Long-Validity Business Visa.

Who are these visa's for?

These visa's is available to all passport holders who are:
  • outside Australia and want to apply for a visa to visit Australia
  • in Australia and want to extend your stay as a visitor.

Short stay Tourist Visa - This visa allows people to visit Australia for a holiday or recreation, or to visit family and/or friends. This visa may also be used for other short-term non-work purposes including study for less than three months. If granted, this visa will allow you either a single or multiple entry to Australia for a stay period of up to three, six or 12 months.

The period of stay and number of entries granted will depend on the purpose of the visit and your personal circumstances.

Long-Stay Tourist Visa - If granted, this visa will allow you either a single or multiple entry to Australia for a stay period of up to three, six or 12 months.

The period of stay and number of entries granted will depend on the purpose of the visit and your personal circumstances.

Short-Stay Business Visa - An applicant can apply for a stay of up to three months at a time for purposes such as pursuing investment opportunities and attending to business interests and negotiations.
Visa validity options include single entry only or multiple entry for up to five years (or life of passport to a maximum of ten years).

The applicant must be outside Australia both at the time of application and at the time of granting.

Long-Validity Business Visa - Under this visa class, business people and skilled personnel from overseas may qualify and apply for one of the following categories providing for a stay of up to four years.

How do I apply for my visa?

An Australian Visa is applied for at the Embassy or Consulate of Australia or at a visa application centre. Intergate offer you a hassle free Australian Visa Service.

Please note that applications for an Australian Visa must be made prior to travelling.

Do I have to go in person to submit my Australian visa application?

Yes – all Australian Visa application must be made in person, we will make the appointment on your behalf.

Do I have pick up the visa in person?

No – we will obtain the submission receipt you are provided on submitting your Australian visa application from you and pick up your visa on your behalf.

How long will it take?

In general a visa application takes about 5 – 15 working days but it should be remembered that timing and acceptance or rejection is at the discretion of the Australian consulate or embassy. It is always good advice to apply well in advance.

Where to apply for and Australian Visa

An Australian Visa is applied for at the Embassy or Consulate of Australia or at a visa application centre. Intergate offer you a hassle free Australian Visa Service.

Please note that applications for an Australian Visa must be made prior to travelling.