Online work, social media influencers and digital nomads
Subclass 600 visa applicants intending to continue online work (including social media influencers and bloggers) while visiting Australia for short stays would generally not be considered in breach of condition 8101 or 8115, unless being paid by an Australian organisation (for example, an applicant receiving remuneration to attend a promotional event in Australia).
Digital nomads who use technology to work remotely while travelling between different locations (who are either self-employed or employed by a company without an office in Australia), may also be eligible for a Subclass 600 visa in either the Tourist stream or Business Visitor stream for short stay periods (for example, a 3 month stay period with multiple entries).
Australia Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)
A Subclass 600 visa (in the Tourist stream or Business Visitor stream) may be appropriate for Online work, social media influencers and digital nomads.
Other visa options for Digital Nomads
The Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) or Work and Holiday (subclass 462) also lets people 18 to 30 years old (or 35 years old for some countries) have their first extended holiday in Australia and work (as a Digital Nomad) here to help fund their trip.
Australian eVisitor Visa (Subclass 651)
The SC651 visa lets you visit Australia as a tourist. You must have an eligible passport. See more here.
Australia ETA Visa (Subclass 601)
Visit Australia as often as you wish in a 12-month period on a SC601 visa and stay up to 3 months each time you enter Australia. You must have an eligible passport. See more here.
Who is a Digital Nomad?
A person who earns a living working online in various locations in a nomadic manner (rather than a fixed business location).
Digital nomad visa options compared
Australia does not have a dedicated digital nomad visa. The table below compares the visas that remote workers most often use. Stay periods and conditions are set on each visa grant, so always check your own grant notice.
| Visa option | Usual stay | Remote work for an overseas employer | Good fit for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor visa (subclass 600), Tourist or Business Visitor stream | Up to 3, 6 or 12 months per visit, as granted | Generally accepted if you are not paid by an Australian organisation and do not work for Australian clients | Most nationalities who need a visa |
| ETA (subclass 601) | Up to 3 months each entry, within 12 months | Same rules as other visitor visas | Eligible passport holders, for example from the US, Canada, Japan, Singapore |
| eVisitor (subclass 651) | Up to 3 months each entry, within 12 months | Same rules as other visitor visas | EU and some other European passport holders |
| Working Holiday (417) or Work and Holiday (462) | Up to 12 months, with possible second and third visas | Allowed, and you can also take local jobs | People aged 18 to 30 (35 for some countries) |
| Skills in Demand (482) or other work visas | Up to 4 years | Work for an Australian sponsor | People who want to live and work in Australia long term |
How to visit Australia as a digital nomad: step by step
- Check your passport. Your nationality decides whether you use an ETA, an eVisitor or a Visitor visa (subclass 600).
- Decide how long you will stay. Ask for the stay period you really need, and plan to leave before it ends.
- Prepare evidence. Keep proof of your overseas employer or clients, your income, funds for your stay, return or onward travel, and health insurance.
- Apply before you travel. Apply online through ImmiAccount (see our ImmiAccount guide) or the ETA app, and wait for the grant.
- Follow your visa conditions. Do not take paid work from Australian businesses or clients, and check your stay limit before extending your trip.
Digital nomad visa FAQs
Does Australia have a digital nomad visa?
No. As at October 2026 Australia has no dedicated digital nomad visa. Most remote workers visit on a Visitor visa (subclass 600), an ETA (subclass 601) or an eVisitor (subclass 651), or use a Working Holiday or Work and Holiday visa if they are eligible.
Can I work remotely on an Australian visitor visa?
Generally yes, if your work is for an overseas employer or overseas clients and you are not paid by an Australian organisation. Visitor visas do not allow you to work for Australian businesses or to provide services to people in Australia, so the purpose of your trip should be tourism or business visitor activities, not work.
How long can a digital nomad stay in Australia?
It depends on the visa. ETA and eVisitor holders can stay up to 3 months each visit. A Visitor visa (subclass 600) is usually granted for 3, 6 or 12 months. Long, back to back stays can lead the Department of Home Affairs to question whether you are a genuine visitor.
Can I include my partner and children?
Each person needs their own visa. Family members usually apply for a visitor visa of their own, even when you travel together.
What about tax and insurance?
Visitor visas do not include Medicare for most nationalities, so you should hold travel or health insurance. Tax depends on your residency and your home country, so get independent tax advice if you plan to spend long periods in Australia.
What if I want to stay longer or work for Australian clients?
You will need a visa that allows work in Australia, such as a Working Holiday visa, a Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa with an employer sponsor, or a permanent skilled visa. Book a consultation to compare your options.
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