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Last updated 11 August 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Government agreement visa in Australia for U.S. citizens
Government agreement visa — what you need to know
This visa stream allows a person to work in Australia under the terms and conditions of a bilateral agreement between the Australian Government or a state/territory government and a government of another country.
Visa validity period
4 years
Consular fee
AUD 470 (~$332)
How does this visa work?
What documents are required to apply for the visa?
What must be prepared?
How can you prove the basis for the visa?
What additional documents may be required?
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Are you eligible for this visa?
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of the country.
Official visa information
English international
Category code
403
Type of visa
Working and skilled visas
Category
Temporary Work (International Relations) visas
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