Subclass 403 — Temporary

Temporary Work (International Relations) Visa (403)

Application charge

$375

One-off fee

Processing time

Up to 2–4 years

Varies by stream

Allows individuals to enter Australia temporarily in specific capacities related to international relations, including government agreements, diplomatic household work, PALM scheme, and the MATES program.

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403 visa - Temporary Work (International Relations)

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How the visa works

The 403 visa encompasses six distinct streams: Government Agreement, Foreign Government Agency, Domestic Worker (Diplomatic/Consular), Privileges and Immunities, Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM), and MATES (Indian graduates and early-career professionals, up to 2 years).

Can I apply?

Eligible stream

Must qualify under one of the six designated streams: Government Agreement, Foreign Government Agency, Domestic Worker, Privileges and Immunities, PALM, or MATES.

Supporter or sponsor

PALM scheme requires Temporary Activity Sponsorship; other streams may require DFAT support or foreign government agency support.

Health & character

Standard health and character requirements apply.

Government debts

Any debts to the Australian government must be repaid or have a repayment agreement in place.