The Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (Subclass 403) is designed to facilitate specific temporary work or activities in Australia that enhance international relations. This visa is distinct from general skilled work visas and is tailored for various specialized purposes often linked to government initiatives, international agreements, or specific programs.

Key Features of the Subclass 403 Visa:

• Temporary Stay: This is a temporary visa, allowing you to stay in Australia for a duration specified in your visa grant notice, which varies by stream (can range from months up to 4 years).
• Specific Purpose: The core purpose of your stay must be related to international relations or a specific program defined by one of the visa streams.
• No Direct PR Pathway: Generally, this visa does not provide a direct pathway to permanent residency. If you wish to stay permanently, you would typically need to apply for a different visa subclass for which you are eligible.
• Work Rights: You are generally authorized to work or engage in the activity specified in your visa application. Work rights are often tied to the specific stream and activity.
• Travel Flexibility: You can usually travel to and from Australia multiple times while the visa is valid.
• Family Inclusion: In most streams, you can include eligible family members (spouse/partner and dependent children) in your application. Their work and study rights will align with the primary visa holder's conditions.