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).
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