Subclass 400 - Temporary Work
(Short Stay Specialist) Visa

Subclass 400

Subclass 400 - Temporary
Work (Short Stay
Specialist) Visa

Subclass 400
The Subclass 400 visa is a shortterm visa that allows highly specialised professionals to undertake urgent, nonongoing work in Australia. It is designed for situations where the required skills are not available locally and the work must be completed quickly.
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Who It’s For

Businesses requiring urgent specialist expertise

Short term projects or high priority contracts

Highly specialised professionals with niche skills

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Key Benefits

Fast processing for urgent business needs

Flexible short term solution for specialised work

Ideal for project-based or time-sensitive assignments

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Limitations

Short duration (typically up to 3 months, limited cases up to 6 months)

Not suitable for ongoing or long-term employment

Limited extension options; often requires a new application

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How We Help

Rapid eligibility assessment for urgent cases

Fast tracked application preparation

Lodgement and compliance support to meet tight timelines

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Our Fast Track 400 Visa Process

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Urgent Needs Assessment

We assess your business requirements and confirm eligibility for shortterm, highly specialised work.

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 Application Preparation

We quickly gather required
documents and prepare a compliant, high quality application.
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Fast Lodgement

We lodge the application promptly to support urgent project timelines.

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Ongoing Support

We monitor progress and keep you updated until a decision is
made.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out directly and one of our registered agents will respond promptly.

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Need Urgent Specialist Skills?

Get fast, reliable support for short-term work visas when timing matters most.

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