🇦🇺 Australia · Employer-sponsored work

Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403) — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum monthly income€229
Minimum annual salaryAUD 4,500
Proof of savings€229
Minimum investment€229
Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Language levelB1
Health insuranceRequired (valid in-country)
Age range21–54

Costs

Application / consular fee€235

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 48 months.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/temporary-work-403.

Frequently asked

How much income do I need?

You must show €229.

Do I need health insurance?

Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

Minimum annual salary

“This visa stream allows a person to work in Australia under the terms and conditions of a bilateral agreement between the Australian Government or a state/territory government and a government of another country.”

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.

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