Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) and Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) Requirement: All You Need to Know

With many people wanting to visit Australia, the process can be more complex than just booking a flight and filling up a visa application form. Given the high refusal rates due to GTE, the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement is a major hurdle to securing various Australian temporary visas, especially the popular Visitor Visa (Subclass 600).

What is the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) Requirement?

The Australian government uses GTE requirement to assess whether applicants genuinely intend to stay in Australia temporarily. It aims to prevent individuals from using temporary visas as a stepping stone to achieve permanent residency (PR) or extend their stay indefinitely. In short, the applicant is required to prove that their primary intention is to visit and return home.

How Does GTE Requirement Affect Your Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) Application?

You must satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DoHA) that you are a genuine temporary entrant. The case officer will look at a variety of factors, including and not limited to:

Your current circumstances, including employment and financial situation
Your family ties
Your travel history
Your home country’s economic stability
Your travel itinerary

How Do I Overcome GTE?

Gather supporting evidence that demonstrates your strong incentives to return to your home country, such as:
- Proof of ongoing employment or business ownership
- Property ownership
- Evidence of significant financial investments
Provide a written statement on your reasons for wanting to visit Australia, why you intend to stay temporarily, and why you plan to return home. You can also engage an immigration lawyer to assist you in addressing the GTE requirements for your visa refusal. We have put together a list of “What Do I Provide to My Lawyer for My GTE Statement?”
If your visa has been refused, you may have the right to appeal the visa decision to the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) within a limited period of time. Speak with an immigration lawyer about your next steps.

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How Can Agape Henry Crux Help

For those who have been refused a visa or multiple visas before, or who know they don’t meet the GTE requirement, we suggest seeking professional services to assess your circumstances and obtain tailored advice. Consult with an experienced immigration lawyer at Agape Henry Crux to guide you through the application process tailored to your circumstances. Our team of immigration lawyers work closely with two of our Accredited Specialists in Immigration Law, specialising in highly complex matters. You can schedule an appointment to seek professional legal advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com.

We speak fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese. If this isn’t your language, we can also help you arrange an interpreter.

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