Temporary Work (400)

The Subclass 400 Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa is specifically designed to allow skilled professionals from overseas to contribute to Australian businesses by performing highly specialised, short-term, and non-ongoing work. Here's a streamlined guide to its purpose, requirements, and application process:

 

Purpose of the Subclass 400 Visa

This visa allows individuals to travel to Australia temporarily to perform work that is:

• Highly specialised: This often involves unique skills or knowledge, typically not available within the Australian workforce.

• Short-term and non-ongoing: The tasks should not require extended stays or contribute to regular Australian workforce roles.

 

Eligibility Requirements

1. Nature of Work in Australia

The work must:

• Be classified as short-term and non-ongoing.

• Be highly specialised, defined as either:

  • A role classified as ANZSCO skill levels 1–3, or

  • Work requiring specific expertise tied to international companies, such as:

    • Installing/importing equipment.

    • Providing post-sale services.

    • Performing emergency repairs.

Note: The work must not involve generic skilled tasks that Australians can reasonably perform.

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2. Applicant Criteria

You, as the visa applicant, must:

• Have unique skills, knowledge, or experience that:

  • Provide value to an Australian business, and

  • Cannot be sourced locally in Australia.

• Intend to stay temporarily in Australia only for the relevant work.

• Have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay.

 

Application Process

 

Step 1: Consultation

• You are welcome to schedule a free video consultation with us.

• During the consultation, we can make an initial assessment for you

• Post-consultation, we will provide a Service Agreement and a fixed-fee quote outlining the associated fees for the application process.

 

Step 2: Application Submission

• We will prepare and lodge your application with the DHA.

• The timeline for preparation depends on the completeness of your documents. DHA processing times vary and are subject to workload and case complexity.

• Important:

  • You must be outside Australia when the application is both lodged and approved.

  • Applications should be lodged no earlier than six months before your intended travel date.

Visa Validity Period

Once approved:

• A single-entry visa will typically allow you to stay for up to three months.

• In exceptional cases, with a strong business justification, a multiple-entry visa may be granted, valid for up to six months, allowing multiple entries within that time.

This visa offers a streamlined pathway for businesses to bring in overseas expertise for critical, short-term tasks while ensuring alignment with Australian workforce priorities.

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Ready to apply?

• Book a Free Consultation with us today.  We will be able to assess your situation and provide initial advice on the visa.