Australia has different visas for different special activities.  It is very important to apply for the correct one. Some of these are:

Special Programs (Internship etc.)

For people who have been invited to particpate in an approved program such as community benefit or cultural exchange programs.  Ask AusVisas about our Internship programs.

Entertainers

For people to work as entertainers, in film, television or live productions as either performers or support staff.

Medical Treatment

For people to travel to Australia for medical treatment or medical consultations.

Media and Film Staff

For television or film crew, including actores, production and support staff and still-photographers.

Religious Workers

For religious workers to directly service religious objectives of an Australian organisation.

Sports People

For professional sports people to take part in competion and traing with Australian sports people.

Visiting Academics

For academics invited to visit Australia to observe of partiscipate in research projects. 

If you can't see your particular activity or reason for wanting to visit Australia here, please email your enquiry to This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it   and put "Special Activities" in the subject line.