Short-Term Specialist Work Visa for Australia
Visa Overview
The Subclass 400 visa is designed for highly specialized workers who need to:
- Perform short-term, non-ongoing work in Australia
- Participate in specific events or projects
- Provide specialist skills not available locally
Key Features:
✔ Very fast processing
✔ Stay up to 3 months (6 months in exceptional cases)
✔ No sponsorship required
✔ Single or multiple entries available
✔ Bring family members in some circumstances
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicant Requirements:
- Must demonstrate specialist skills, knowledge or experience
- Work must be:
- Highly specialized and
- Non-ongoing (temporary only) and
- Of benefit to Australia
- Must have genuine intention to stay temporarily
- Must meet health and character requirements
Work Requirements:
- Cannot fill an ongoing position
- Must not be working for an Australian labour hire company
- Must not be doing work readily available in Australia
Application Process
- Document Preparation:
- Evidence of specialist qualifications/experience
- Detailed work itinerary
- Invitation/contract from Australian organization
- Proof the work can’t be done by an Australian
- Online Application:
- Apply through ImmiAccount
- Pay application fee
How Immigrad Can Help
Our registered migration agents assist with:
✅ Eligibility assessment against legislative requirements
✅ Strong case preparation demonstrating specialist skills
✅ Document checklist tailored to your situation
✅ Application lodgement and follow-up
✅ Priority processing requests
Important Considerations
⚠️ Not for ongoing work – For longer engagements, consider 482 TSS visa
⚠️ No pathway to PR – Purely temporary visa
⚠️ Strict conditions – Must comply with visa conditions
Official Resources:
Home Affairs – Subclass 400
Migration Regulations – Part 400
Need specialist visa assistance?
📞 [+61 434 294 670] | ✉️ [info@immigrad.com.au] | 🌐 [www.immigrad.com.au]
Note: Immigration regulations change frequently. While we maintain current knowledge, we recommend verifying information with the Department of Home Affairs or consulting a registered migration agent.