Australia Visitor Visa for Brazilian Citizens: Your Guide to Applying for a Tourist Visa

Australia’s stunning landscapes, lively cities, and unique wildlife attract visitors from all over the world, including Brazilian citizens. If you’re planning to visit Australia for leisure, you will need to apply for an Australia Visitor Visa (subclass 600).

But don’t worry, we’re here to guide you through the process step-by-step. This guide will cover everything from visa requirements to how to apply, ensuring a smooth journey from start to finish.

What is the Australia Visitor Visa?

The Australia Visitor Visa (subclass 600) is a temporary visa that allows you to visit Australia for tourism, such as sightseeing, visiting family or friends, or taking a cruise.

This visa is mandatory for Brazilian citizens traveling to Australia for leisure. You can apply from inside or outside of Australia, and typically, an embassy or consulate interview is not required. However, additional information may sometimes be requested.

Our visa experts are here to help you with the entire process for a stress-free experience.

Difficulty rating: Moderately difficult

The application process for the Australia Visitor Visa is moderately difficult for Brazilian citizens. You’ll need to answer 43 questions and provide four essential documents, including a valid passport and bank statements.

Do Brazilians need a visitor visa for Australia?

Yes, all Brazilian citizens must apply for a valid Australia Visitor Visa to enter the country. In addition to the visitor visa, Brazilian travelers can also apply for:

• Australia Student Visa (subclass 500): If you’ve been accepted into an Australian university for long-term studies, this visa is required. It may allow limited work depending on the visa conditions.

• Australia Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417): A temporary work visa for travelers aged 18-30 who want to fund their holiday by working in Australia. Note that dependent children cannot travel with you on this visa.

Benefits of an Australia Visitor Visa for Brazilian citizens

With an Australia Visitor Visa, Brazilian citizens can enjoy:

• Visiting famous landmarks like Uluru and the Great Barrier Reef.

• Attending cultural events, sports games, and exhibitions.

• Visiting family or friends living in Australia.

• Short-term study programs and workshops.

• Flexibility to enter and exit the country multiple times during your visa's validity.

Australia Visitor Visa requirements for Brazilians

As a Brazilian citizen, you’ll need to meet several requirements to successfully apply for the Australia Visitor Visa.

Eligibility criteria for Brazilians

To improve your chances of approval, you must meet the following conditions:

• Genuine visitor: Prove that your stay in Australia is temporary and that you’ll comply with visa conditions.

• Adequate funds: Demonstrate you have enough funds to cover your stay.

• Good health: Depending on your situation, you may need to complete a medical assessment.

• Good character: You must have a clean criminal record and meet all character requirements set by the Australian government.

Document requirements for Brazilian citizens

Brazilian citizens applying for the Australia Visitor Visa must provide:

• A colored copy of your passport bio-data page

• A copy of your national identification card

• A recent passport photo

• certificates from both Justice Federal (Justiça Federal) and the State Justice Department (Justiça Estadual or agencies such as Tribunal de Justiça Estadual and Secretaría de Segurança Pública) to fulfill the character requirement.

Additionally, you may need:

• Evidence of ties to Brazil (employment proof or school enrollment)

• Travel itinerary or flight ticket bookings

• Invitation letter from a relative or friend in Australia (if applicable)

Financial requirements for Brazilian citizens

You’ll need to provide financial documents to show that you have enough money to support your stay in Australia. This can be in the form of personal bank statements or fixed-income investments from the last 3 months, your last 3 payslips, or your current income tax return.

Typically, a bank balance of around AUD 5,000 (approximately USD $3,400) per applicant is recommended. If you have a sponsor, they’ll need to provide evidence of their financial situation, such as a bank statement with a closing balance of at least AUD 5,000.

Australia Visitor Visa application process from Brazil

We know that dealing with paperwork can be an overhwelming task, which is why we have simplified the process for obtaining your Australian visa online. Here is what you need to do:

• Step 1: Provide your personal and travel details on our website or the iVisa app.

• Step 2: Verify that all the provided information is correct, then pay the visa and service fees using PayPal, Venmo, Amazon Pay, or a credit/debit card.

• Step 3: Complete the rest of the application. Upload the required documents and submit your application.

Once you have completed these steps, all you need to do is wait for the government’s response. If your application is approved, you're ready to travel to Australia!

iVisa pro tip: Many Brazilian applicants struggle with the question: “When do you leave Australia?” To increase your chances of approval, we recommend submitting a detailed travel itinerary along with your application. This shows that you’ve planned your trip thoroughly and are genuinely visiting for tourism purposes.

Australia Visitor Visa processing time and cost for Brazilians

We offer Brazilians a standard processing time of up to 30 days.

The government fee for the Australia Visitor Visa is USD $130.00(AUD 190). When you use our service, we charge an additional USD $604.99 processing fee.

Why choose us?

According to our data, the rejection rate for Brazilian citizens applying for the Australia Visitor Visa is 6.06%. Thanks to our thorough document review process, we’ve helped increase success rates for many of our customers.

Applying with us gives you the following benefits:

• Enjoy the advantage of access to our visa experts, who will check to make sure that your application is compliant with government requirements.

• Say goodbye to the long, confusing, and tedious questions on the government website with our simplified application form. We provide easy-to-answer questions and handle the legwork for you.

• We provide step-by-step assistance, so you’ll never feel lost during the application process.

“Thanks to iVisa, I completed my visa application stress-free! Their guidance was clear and helpful from start to finish.” — Ana M., Brazil

Tips for a successful application for an Australia Visitor Visa from Brazil

• Start the application process early: It's important to apply for your visa well before your intended travel dates. The processing time for a visitor visa can vary, and you don't want to risk your application being delayed and missing your trip.

• Double-check your application and supporting documents: Make sure that you have completed the visa application form accurately and truthfully and that all supporting documents are included and meet the requirements. Any mistakes or missing information could result in your application being rejected.

• Provide evidence of strong ties to Brazil: The Australian government wants to ensure that you genuinely intend to return to your home country after your visit. Evidence of ties such as a job, property ownership, or family can help demonstrate this.

• Show evidence of adequate financial support: You must show enough funds to cover your expenses during your stay in Australia. Ensure you provide bank statements, pay stubs, or other evidence of your financial situation to meet the requirements.

• Be honest and upfront about your circumstances: If there is anything in your application that could raise concerns, such as a previous visa refusal or criminal history, be honest about it.

Need more information?

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