Australia Visitor visa (subclass 600 · Tourist stream). Everything is done online via ImmiAccount; after lodging, give biometrics at a VFS centre within 14 days. Yixing sets up your account, fills the form and prepares your documents.
Where to apply
- Apply online (the only official channel): ImmiAccount login / register
- Visa info: subclass 600 visitor visa
- Biometrics (Manila / Cebu / Davao): Australia VFS Philippines
- Embassy: Australian Embassy Manila — visas
Documents
General: passport bio page (valid ≥6 months on entry); recent white-background photo 45×35mm; last 3–6 months' bank statements + proof of funds; itinerary / flights / hotel bookings + a cover letter explaining the trip; proof of legal residence in PH.
Employed: COE / leave letter (position, salary, approved leave, position held); last 3 months' payslips; ITR / BIR 2316.
Self-employed: DTI or SEC registration; Mayor's Permit; BIR registration + annual ITR + financial statements; company and personal bank statements.
Processing & fees
Tourist stream is usually fast (often within ~20 days, case-dependent); base fee about AUD 190. Stays usually 3 months, sometimes up to 6 or 12.
🇨🇳 Note for Chinese passport holders residing in PH
ImmiAccount is open to all nationalities. Chinese nationals upload their valid Philippine visa + ACR I-Card as proof of residence. Philippine passport holders need no ACR.
* Visa policies, fees, centres and document lists change from time to time — always follow the embassy / official visa centre notice in force. Yixing provides document coaching and submission support; the consulate decides the outcome and Yixing does not guarantee approval.
