Australia: Multiple-entry visa (Temporary work permit, for Subclass 400) [closed]

I am from India and applying for a Subclass 400 visa with multiple entry. I am planning for a 90-day visit to Australia. I would like to know if it is possible to travel back to India after 30 days of visit due to a possible emergency, stay in India for 20 days and then fly back to Australia.

Best Answer

Yes, if you have a multiple entry visa. However, the 3-month clock does not stop when you leave Australia. So in your example above, when you return to Australia you can only stay for 3 months minus 50 days (i.e. 39 to 42 days depending on which month you first arrive).

More information can be found on the Department's website:

If you are granted a multiple entry visa, you will be able to travel to and from Australia as many times as you want while your visa is valid. If you need to make a number of return visits during your period of stay you should tell us in the visa application form, including the reason why you need to make the return visits to Australia.

Your stay period begins on the day you first enter Australia. Re-entering Australia does not start a new period of stay.

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Can a 400 visa be extended in Australia?

A longer stay will generally only be granted in exceptional circumstances where it is demonstrated that an applicant is required in Australia for for longer than 3 months. Once granted, there is no provision for DIBP to extend a 400 visa in any circumstances.

Can 400 visa be extended?

The validity of this visa cannot be extended more than 6 months depending on the circumstances, provided a strong need for the ongoing business is present. It is a single-point visa, which means that it cannot be extended.

How long does it take to get a temporary work visa for Australia?

For ideal applications, the Subclass 400 visa processing time is around 15 days. However, depending on several factors such as the number of applications, additional document requirements, etc, the process may take longer up to 30 days.

How long does a 400 visa take to process?

Processing Times for a Visa 400 Visa subclass 400 is usually processed within 36 days. However, some applications may take only 13 days to be processed.

Temporary Work Visa Sub Class 400

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