408 Visa: Temporary Activity Visa – Subclass 408

408 Visa Assessment

Our Registered Migration Agents provide complimentary assessments and can guide you through the most suitable visa pathway for your situation. True Blue Migration Services manages applications for the subclass 408 visa sports stream and pandemic event stream.

 

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408 Visa: Temporary Activity Visa – Pandemic Event Stream

The Covid-19 pandemic event visa was introduced by the Australian Government in March 2020 in response to the global Coronavirus pandemic, and will shortly close.:

  • This visa stream will close on 1 February 2024.
  • From 2 September 2023 until the stream’s closure, applications will only be accepted from existing 408 pandemic event visa holders.
  • Applicants must have 28 days or less remaining on their current visas.
  • People who meet this criteria and apply between 2 September 2023 and 1 February 2024 will be granted a 6-month visa.
  • If you were planning to apply for a 408 pandemic event visa and no longer meet the criteria, there may be alternative options.

Contact us for a free visa assessment with a Registered Migration Agent.

408 Visa: Temporary Activity Visa – Sporting Activities Stream

True Blue Migration Services has successfully managed applications for dozens of overseas sports coaches, from fencing instructors to equestrian coaches and gymnastics coaches. We have worked closely with some of Australia’s peak sporting bodies to assist their members in securing visas for coaches.

Sports Stream

There are two types of 408 temporary activity (sports stream) visas: a 3 month and 2 year option. The eligibility criteria is different depending on which length of visa you apply for. We have managed dozens of visas for elite athletes and sports coaches.

3 Month 408 Visa
  • Requires a letter of support from the peak sporting body related to your sport
  • You must demonstrate that you meet the criteria associated with the role
  • You’ll need to show that you’re a genuine temporary entrant
  • Prove that you have adequate funds to support yourself whilst in Australia
  • The three month visa commences upon arrival in Australia
2 Year 408 Visa
  • Your sponsoring club or organisation needs to be an approved standard business sponsor
  • You must demonstrate that you have the skills needed to coach or instruct at a high level
  • The visa application can be lodged inside or outside Australia (it can be lodged whilst you hold a three month 408 visa)
  • Hold appropriate health insurance
  • Meet character requirements (police checks)
  • May require English language tests and medical checks
  • Your Visa can be renewed once whilst onshore, for an additional two years

Can family members be included in a 408 visa application?

Yes, some family members and dependents can be included in your application or added at a later stage. A 408 dependent partner can work full time.

Next steps

Find out if you’re eligible by completing a free visa assessment with a Registered Migration Agent.

408 visa assessment

True Blue Migration is a proud community partner of Gymnastics Club Australia and has successfully managed applications for dozens of overseas sports coaches, from fencing instructors to equestrian coaches.

We have worked closely with some of Australia’s peak sporting bodies to assist their members in securing visas for coaches.

Our team of Registered Migration Agents offer free assessments and can recommend the best pathway for you to take.

Get in touch now to find out how we can help you contact us