Guest The Pom Queen Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I have a friend who wants to visit from the Philippines only for a holiday but I can't work out if she can visit. I can't see why not but it seems the ETA isn't available to her. Any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemesis Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I have a friend who wants to visit from the Philippines only for a holiday but I can't work out if she can visit. I can't see why not but it seems the ETA isn't available to her. Any ideas? I think it might be a 600, but have a look at this page and put in her details http://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Visa-1/600- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bell123321 Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Hi yes Nemesis is right its form 600 http://philippines.embassy.gov.au/mnla/Visitor_Visas2.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Thanks all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrussell Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I have a friend who wants to visit from the Philippines only for a holiday but I can't work out if she can visit. I can't see why not but it seems the ETA isn't available to her. Any ideas? I most strongly advise visitor visa applicants from the Philippines (and other high risk countries) to consult a registered migration agent for advice about strategy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I most strongly advise visitor visa applicants from the Philippines (and other high risk countries) to consult a registered migration agent for advice about strategy. Why is it so difficult for them to come just for a few weeks holiday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tornicharlie Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 There are some of my countrymen who, like many others, would apply for a tourist visa but intend to work. When I applied for a tourist visa to watch the F1 race in Melbourne I applied online and paid $300. My sister gave me an invitation letter and an itinerary to support the application. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemesis Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 Why is it so difficult for them to come just for a few weeks holiday Because they are a high risk for overstaying. Its that simple. Many come and never leave, work illegally etc. DIBP want to see that they have a life at home to return to, and will not stay here beyond the end of the visa -hence the need for a proper visa not just an evisitor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JockinTas Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 (edited) China, Malaysia, USA, Britain and India are top of the list of nationalities over staying their visas. Wonder if those nationalities also have to jump through hoops to receive a visa. Edited February 6, 2016 by JockinTas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemesis Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 China, Malaysia, USA, Britain and India are top of the list of nationalities over staying their visas. Wonder if those nationalities also have to jump through hoops to receive a visa. So many hoops over the years that I'm thinking of becoming a performing dog in a circus. Thats the main definition of a high risk country, that and the high level of fraudulent documentation. immigration's definition, not mine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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