Temporary Activity (Subclass 408) Verified 2026-04-19Australia Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408) — Informational
Sponsored temporary visa for specific activities — entertainers, researchers, religious workers, sports contestants, etc.
No visa is ever guaranteed — the final decision always rests with the Australia visa authority. We make sure your file is presented at its strongest.
This visa is a long-term migration / specialised category. SureshotVisa specialises in short-stay visit, business, and student visa pathways for Indian applicants — we do not process permanent migration, humanitarian, or work-sponsored visas. Please consult a MARA-registered Australian Migration Agent (mara.gov.au) or apply directly via immi.homeaffairs.gov.au.
Processing
Variable
Stay Duration
Varies by stream — typically 2–4 years
Starting Fee
AUD 405
Apply At
11 VFS centres
Who Can Apply
- Applicants sponsored for specific activity types (entertainer, researcher, religious worker, etc.)
What it costs
Government & VFS fees
Paid directly to Australia / VFS — these are not our service fee, and we never mark them up.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Temporary Activity (408) | AUD 405 |
Relatively cheap by Australian standards. Sponsor pays separate sponsorship/nomination fees.
What to gather
Documents required
Having a document isn't the same as presenting it right — that's the part we handle.
Overview — for informational reference only
3 items- Valid Indian passportRequired
All Australian visas require a valid passport for the duration of stay.
- Complete document checklist via the Document Checklist ToolRequired
Visit immi.homeaffairs.gov.au — the tool generates a visa-specific, country-specific checklist.
- Sponsorship / nomination / relationship evidence (as applicable)Required
Exact evidence varies by category — always confirm with a MARA agent.
Required · optional / if applicable
The journey.
3 steps from intake to approval. Curved spine on the right shows the natural pace — never as linear as government sites pretend.
- 01
Check eligibility on the Department website
Visit immi.homeaffairs.gov.au and use the Visa Finder Tool to confirm this visa matches your circumstances.
- 02
Engage a MARA-registered Australian Migration Agent
Long-term migration categories require specialist advice. Search the public register at mara.gov.au.
- 03
Lodge online via ImmiAccount
All Australian visa applications are lodged online at online.immi.homeaffairs.gov.au. Some older paper applications can now be imported into ImmiAccount.
Download official forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens the official VFS Global page for Australia
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
ImmiAccount — Online Application Portal
Australia's official online visa application portal. ALL Australian visas for Indian applicants must be lodged here — no paper forms, no VFS lodgement. Create your ImmiAccount, select the visa subclass, pay online, and upload documents.
Department of Home Affairs — Official Website
Authoritative source for all Australian visa information. Includes Visa Finder tool, Visa Pricing Estimator, Visa Processing Time Guide, and health requirement details.
Visa Finder Tool
If you're unsure which visa is right for you — answer a few questions and the tool recommends matching visa subclasses.
VEVO — Visa Entitlement Verification Online
After visa grant, use VEVO to check your visa conditions, stay period, and entry rights. Australia grants digital visas only — no sticker in passport.
VFS application centres
Quiz not yet available for this visa type
We're actively building per-visa quizzes. For now, the best way to assess your eligibility for Australia Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408) — Informational is a free 1-on-1 consultation with our team.
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Questions, answered straight
We specialise in short-stay Indian applicant pathways — Visitor (tourist/business/family), Student (500) and Student Guardian (590). Long-term migration, work sponsorship, and humanitarian categories require specialist Australian immigration expertise and ongoing engagement with the Department of Home Affairs — best handled by MARA-registered Australian Migration Agents.
Still have a question about your case? Ask us directly — we usually reply in 5 minutes.
This page is for information only
SureshotVisa does not process this visa category. For other Australia visa types we can help with — Tourist, Visitor, Business, Student, or Family Reunification — see the related visa types below.
Other Australia Visa Types
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View guideSource & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global Australia website and Embassy of Australia. Last verified 2026-04-19. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.