This is a temporary visa. The applicant can remain in Australia for up to 2 years.
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Research activities
This visa allows you to observe or take part in a research project at a research or tertiary institution in Australia. You and your family who lodge the visa application with you may stay here for up to 2 years.
At a Glance
It costs Price estimation for this visa is currently unavailable. to lodge an application to become an approved temporary activities sponsor. There is no cost to sponsor someone for the visa after you are approved.
for an indication of processing times for this visa, use the visa processing time guide tool. This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.
See all conditions
You need to
- be a research or tertiary institution lawfully operating in Australia
- be able to meet your supporter or sponsor obligations
With this visa the applicant can
- observe or take part in a project at a research or tertiary institution in Australia
- travel to and from Australia as many times as they want while the visa is valid
- include members of the family unit in their application