Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408)
COVID-19 Pandemic Event visa is a temporary activity visa of subclass 408, and allows those on temporary visas to lawfully remain in Australia for up to either 6 months or 12 months.
A 12-month visa may be granted to applicants who can provide proof of job offers or current employment in one of the seven key industries specified by the Australian government:
1. Agriculture
2. Food Processing
3. Healthcare
4. Aged Care
5. Disability Care
6. Child care
7. Tourism and Hospitality
A 6-month visa may be granted to foreign workers in other sectors.
*Caution: It is a condition of the visa that you cannot cease working for your employer within the length of the 408 visa without either leaving the country or applying for a more relevant visa for their needs.
You will need a valid visa set to expire or had a visa that expired within 28 days of your application, health insurance certificate, and a letter from your employer detailing the proposed workplace arrangements.
For more information or assistance, we encourage you to reach out to our office at 02 9682 5433. Kindly note that the provided information is not intended as legal advice and may be subject to updates or changes. To obtain accurate legal advice and stay informed with the latest news, please consult our office directly.
A 12-month visa may be granted to applicants who can provide proof of job offers or current employment in one of the seven key industries specified by the Australian government:
1. Agriculture
2. Food Processing
3. Healthcare
4. Aged Care
5. Disability Care
6. Child care
7. Tourism and Hospitality
A 6-month visa may be granted to foreign workers in other sectors.
*Caution: It is a condition of the visa that you cannot cease working for your employer within the length of the 408 visa without either leaving the country or applying for a more relevant visa for their needs.
You will need a valid visa set to expire or had a visa that expired within 28 days of your application, health insurance certificate, and a letter from your employer detailing the proposed workplace arrangements.
For more information or assistance, we encourage you to reach out to our office at 02 9682 5433. Kindly note that the provided information is not intended as legal advice and may be subject to updates or changes. To obtain accurate legal advice and stay informed with the latest news, please consult our office directly. 