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What are the best options and experiences for obtaining an Australian tourist visa for a Thai partner?
Australian VisaTourist VisaThai GirlfriendVisa Application ProcessExpats in ThailandVisa TipsImmigration AdviceApplying for Visa Without Agent
Apr 6, 2026
24 days ago
Ken ********
ORIGINAL POSTERHi All.
Looking for a good value Australian visa specialist for my Thai GF to come to Australia in May on 3 to 6 month tourist visa..
Appreciate contact details..costs..outcomes and personal experiences.
She is just outside Bangkok
Thanks..
Looking for a good value Australian visa specialist for my Thai GF to come to Australia in May on 3 to 6 month tourist visa..
Appreciate contact details..costs..outcomes and personal experiences.
She is just outside Bangkok
Thanks..
TLDR : Answer Summary
The post discusses seeking advice on obtaining a tourist visa for a Thai girlfriend to visit Australia. Many commenters suggest doing the application process independently as it is straightforward and provide insights on necessary documentation. Personal experiences vary, with some recommending agents for a smoother process while others emphasize the simplicity of self-application. Key documents for the visa application include valid passport, employment evidence, and proof of relationship. Several also caution against applying for extended durations right away to avoid rejection.
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Here’s a clear, practical step-by-step guide for your Thai girlfriend to apply for an Australian Tourist Visa (Subclass 600) on her own—no agent needed.
🇦🇺 1. Create an ImmiAccount
Go to the official portal of the Department of Home Affairs
* Create an ImmiAccount
* This is where everything is submitted and tracked
📝 2. Start the Visa Application
* Select: Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Tourist stream
* Fill in details:
* Personal info
* Travel dates (e.g. May trip)
* Relationship (you as boyfriend/sponsor if applicable)
👉 Be consistent with documents later
📂 3. Prepare Documents (Most Important Part)
👩 For your girlfriend:
* Passport (clear scan)
* Thai ID card
* Employment letter (position, salary, leave approval)
* Payslips (3–6 months)
* Bank statements (6 months)
* House registration (Tabien Baan) if available
❤️ Relationship proof (if you sponsor):
* Photos together
* Chat history (selected, not excessive)
* Your passport + Australian visa/PR (if applicable)
* Invitation letter (from you)
✍️ 4. Write a Simple Cover Letter
Keep it short and honest:
* Purpose: holiday, visiting you
* Duration: e.g. 2–4 weeks (don’t overstate 6 months unless needed)
* Confirmation she will return to Thailand
👉 This helps reduce rejection risk
💳 5. Pay Visa Fee
* Around AUD 190
* Pay online via card inside ImmiAccount
🧬 6. Biometrics in Bangkok
After submission, she’ll be asked to go to:
📍 VFS Global Bangkok
* Fingerprints + photo
* Book appointment online
⏳ 7. Wait for Processing
* Usually 2–6 weeks
* Sometimes faster
Decision will be sent via email + ImmiAccount
✅ 8. If Approved
* Visa is electronic (no sticker)
* Usually multiple entry
* Stay allowed: up to 3 months per visit (sometimes more)
⚠️ Common Mistakes (Avoid These)
* Weak bank balance
* No proof of job or ties
* Saying “stay 6 months” with no strong reason
* Inconsistent info vs documents
* Overloading unnecessary documents
🧭 Pro Tips (Very Important)
* Apply for short trip (2–4 weeks) → higher approval chance
* Show she has a reason to return (job is key)
* Clean, organised PDF uploads → officers like clarity
* Don’t “over-explain” or sound scripted
🧠 Reality Check
Approval is based on one main question:
👉 “Will she go back to Thailand?”
Everything you submit should support that.
🇦🇺 1. Create an ImmiAccount
Go to the official portal of the Department of Home Affairs
* Create an ImmiAccount
* This is where everything is submitted and tracked
📝 2. Start the Visa Application
* Select: Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Tourist stream
* Fill in details:
* Personal info
* Travel dates (e.g. May trip)
* Relationship (you as boyfriend/sponsor if applicable)
👉 Be consistent with documents later
📂 3. Prepare Documents (Most Important Part)
👩 For your girlfriend:
* Passport (clear scan)
* Thai ID card
* Employment letter (position, salary, leave approval)
* Payslips (3–6 months)
* Bank statements (6 months)
* House registration (Tabien Baan) if available
❤️ Relationship proof (if you sponsor):
* Photos together
* Chat history (selected, not excessive)
* Your passport + Australian visa/PR (if applicable)
* Invitation letter (from you)
✍️ 4. Write a Simple Cover Letter
Keep it short and honest:
* Purpose: holiday, visiting you
* Duration: e.g. 2–4 weeks (don’t overstate 6 months unless needed)
* Confirmation she will return to Thailand
👉 This helps reduce rejection risk
💳 5. Pay Visa Fee
* Around AUD 190
* Pay online via card inside ImmiAccount
🧬 6. Biometrics in Bangkok
After submission, she’ll be asked to go to:
📍 VFS Global Bangkok
* Fingerprints + photo
* Book appointment online
⏳ 7. Wait for Processing
* Usually 2–6 weeks
* Sometimes faster
Decision will be sent via email + ImmiAccount
✅ 8. If Approved
* Visa is electronic (no sticker)
* Usually multiple entry
* Stay allowed: up to 3 months per visit (sometimes more)
⚠️ Common Mistakes (Avoid These)
* Weak bank balance
* No proof of job or ties
* Saying “stay 6 months” with no strong reason
* Inconsistent info vs documents
* Overloading unnecessary documents
🧭 Pro Tips (Very Important)
* Apply for short trip (2–4 weeks) → higher approval chance
* Show she has a reason to return (job is key)
* Clean, organised PDF uploads → officers like clarity
* Don’t “over-explain” or sound scripted
🧠 Reality Check
Approval is based on one main question:
👉 “Will she go back to Thailand?”
Everything you submit should support that.
Andrew **************
You'll have to provide all the relevant docs for the Agent to submit, so you may as well do it yourself. You can upload online or bring them to the interview printed out. I'd recommend uploading them and have a copy of everything you have uploaded to hand.
Marky *******
Do it yourself mate it’s super easy.. we had no problems getting 3 tourist visas and now married and on bridging visa ..
Ken ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Marky ******
did you lodge in Thailand or AustraliaMarky *******
Ken Jermey onshore 820 in 2024..but previously 309 offshore 16 years ago ..
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Dave *****
Get a tourist visa first then do the rest through an agent thats what i did and now my wife lives permanently in Australia
Stephen ********
Using an agent is a waste of money. All they do is lodge the application online, and this is very simple to do yourself. I've done it three times for my lady. Most important documents are
(1) bank account statement
(2) letter from her employer stating salary and length of service
(3) land/property ownership documents
(4) Family ties
(5) Proof of length of your relationship. This can be emails, letters, photos, WhatsApp messages etc.
(6) Evidence of your own financial standing
(1) bank account statement
(2) letter from her employer stating salary and length of service
(3) land/property ownership documents
(4) Family ties
(5) Proof of length of your relationship. This can be emails, letters, photos, WhatsApp messages etc.
(6) Evidence of your own financial standing
Rick *********
Stephen Howell All I needed to get my wife here on a tourist visa was a letter of invitation and my bank account balance. Plus evidence showing she had commitments to return to Thailand.
Chris *********
Rick Bonetti that's all I've done for about 10 & never had a refusal. Promise in the invitation letter to cover all expenses including travel insurance, welcome the office to contact you about any issues they require more information on, phone number, email & physical address.
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Brett *********
I have used Korat legal services couple of times for tourist visa myself.Last time got her and me son out of Los as I was nearly dead.Visa over the weekend.Now got pr.
Steve **********
If you really need someone honest, professional and competent. My wife worked with her for years.
John *********
Her other boyfriends should be able to give you the best advice
Dragan **********
John Andrews I was just thinking that too but held back 😂
Mark *******
John Andrews dont you get tired of saying 30 year old lines?
John *********
Mark Isiab not if its the truth #factsoverfeelings
Paul ********
Mark Isiab some are permanently retarded
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Chris *********
Why an agent? Just makes it look suss. The application process is simple. Main things are she has important reasons to go home at the end of the visa & you are capable of supporting her. Going for 3-6 months as a first application isn't wise, will very likely be refused. A few weeks is much easier & once you have a reputation with immigration it gets easier.
Brett *********
Chris Simpson you can't get a visa to Oz for a couple of weeks.Its 3 months minimum.
Darren ******
Brett Mcgowan 3 months maximum
Brett *********
Darren Gepp 3 months is minimum and 10 years is maximum.They do not give out tourist visas for less than 3 months.
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Chris *********
Brett Mcgowan 😂 God who is advising you? That's total BS.
Brett *********
Chris Simpson no you are wrong.3 months minimum 10 years maximum multi entry.
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James **********
Chris Simpson an agent normally has connections to make things smoother
Rick *********
James Mitchell agents are a waste of money, easier and cheaper to do it yourself.
Paul ***********
Rick Bonetti
Damn right mate.
Damn right mate.
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Chris *********
James Mitchell doubtful. I've done about 10 for family from the Philippines & my son has multiple from Thailand, no refusals, no agents.
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Oo *****
Good luck. You are smarter than us. We did it ourselves and they rejected it. We then took everything to a Australian Immigration company in Chung Mai who copied out material and put it on his letterhead and it was approved in 24 hours. Richard Mc Donald based at Chung Mai. Don't know if he is still operating he later did the Permanent partner Visa as well. Job done, good luck.
Chris *********
Oo Jig what did the agency do that you hadn't done?
Oo *****
Hi, nothing. It seems to be their policy to refuse anything other than what comes through a legal/ immigration firm. (I am a retired legal person, so I knew what I was doing). We had more than enough proof. Years of travelling together, ( our passports matched up). Hundreds of photos of us together etc. He literally wrote a letter stating the obvious.
Email.
It is not a simple process and was worth the money.
Good luck.
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It is not a simple process and was worth the money.
Good luck.
Peter **********
Oo Jig Not everyone is as vane as you, always having photos together.
Paul ***********
Oo Jig
I beg to differ. As a high school dropout, I didn't find it difficult to get all our ducks in a row to apply for her first visa to Australia. 3 month tourist visa granted within 2 weeks of submitting her application.
I beg to differ. As a high school dropout, I didn't find it difficult to get all our ducks in a row to apply for her first visa to Australia. 3 month tourist visa granted within 2 weeks of submitting her application.
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