Everything China citizens need to know about applying for a Australia visa. Updated April 2026.
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| Visa Type | Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) |
| Application Fee | AUD $200 |
| Processing Time | 1-4 weeks |
| Maximum Stay | 3, 6, or 12 months (as granted) |
| Official Portal | Official application site |
Online-only application via ImmiAccount
Health examination from Bupa panel doctor may be required
Police clearance for each country lived in 12+ months since age 16
Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement applies
Australia requires police clearances from every country you have lived in for 12+ months since age 16 — these can take weeks so start immediately.
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Yes. China citizens need a Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) to visit Australia. The application fee is AUD $200 and standard processing takes 1-4 weeks.
The Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) application fee is AUD $200. Budget for the total cost including biometrics, service centre fees, and any required medical examinations.
Standard processing for China citizens applying for a Australia Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) takes 1-4 weeks. Apply well in advance of your intended travel date to allow for potential delays.
Beyond standard documents (valid passport, photos, financial proof), China citizens must meet these corridor-specific requirements: Online-only application via ImmiAccount. Health examination from Bupa panel doctor may be required. Police clearance for each country lived in 12+ months since age 16. Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement applies. TravelReady generates a personalised checklist for the China-Australia corridor.
Australia requires police clearances from every country you have lived in for 12+ months since age 16 — these can take weeks so start immediately. The most common rejection causes for this corridor are incomplete documentation, insufficient financial evidence, and weak ties to China. TravelReady's Expert Document Validation checks your documents against embassy rules specific to the China-Australia route before you submit.
Data sources: Requirements sourced from official embassy and consulate websites, IATA travel regulations, and government immigration portals.
Update policy: Requirements are reviewed continuously and updated within 24 hours when policy changes are announced. Last reviewed: April 2026
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