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This page provides information on the most common Temporary Work and Skilled visa types for applicants in China and Mongolia. Use the Visa Finder to explore all visa options for working in Australia.
To work in Australia, you must have a valid Australian visa with work rights. It's important to know the rules for your visa. You can check your visa conditions with VEVO.
For more information on your work rights, restrictions and help see Work Restrictions and Work Visa scams.
• Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa (subclass 400)
• Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403)
• Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)
Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa (subclass 400)
The Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa (subclass 400) lets you enter Australia to do short-term, highly specialised, non-ongoing work.
• in limited circumstances, participate in an activity or work relating to Australia's interest.
More information on eligibility for this visa is available in English on the Ddepartment of Home Affairs website.
See: Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) (Subclass 400) visa
Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403)
More information on eligibility for this visa is available in English on the Department of Home Affairs website.
See: Temporary Work (International Relations) (Subclass 403) visa
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408)
More information on eligibility for this visa is available in English on the Department of Home Affairs website.
See: Temporary Activity (Subclass 408) visa
Page last updated 19 June 2025