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Digital Nomad Visa (Subclass 408)

Temporary visa allowing remote workers employed by overseas companies to live and work in Australia for up to 12 months.

Estimated Cost

$600

Processing Time

~1 months

Validity

12 months

Description

Australia announced a Digital Nomad Visa under the subclass 408 (Temporary Activity) framework, targeting location-independent workers employed by companies outside Australia. Applicants must demonstrate remote employment with a foreign employer and earn a minimum annual income. The visa does not permit work for Australian employers and does not provide a direct pathway to permanent residency. It is designed to attract high-earning digital nomads to boost local economies.

Official informationLast updated: 2026-03-01

Timeline

Processing Time
14 days – 2 months

Average: 1 months

Visa Validity
1 year

No Residency Path

No Citizenship Path

Eligibility

Age:18+Min Income:$45,000/yr

Requirements

Optional

Remote employment with foreign employer

Must demonstrate current employment with a company based outside Australia.

Cost Breakdown

FeeAmountType
Estimated Total$600