A temporary visa granted automatically (you do not apply) to people with a prescribed status, letting them enter and stay in Australia while they hold it.
At a Glance
- Stay: Temporarily, for as long as you hold the prescribed status
- Visa cost: No application fee
Who It Is For
- People with a prescribed status, including members of certain foreign armed forces
- People on board a foreign armed forces ship
- Airline crew or positioning crew
- Accompanying spouse or dependants of an eligible person
What You Can Do With This Visa
- Enter and stay in Australia temporarily while you hold the status
- Do your regular work as part of military duties
- Arrive or join a flight as airline crew (see Crew Travel Authority)
Good to Know
- You do not apply; it is granted automatically
- Airline crew should see the Crew Travel Authority page for work conditions
Getting Advice
Our registered migration agents can talk through your situation, explain whether this visa suits you and help you prepare. This page is general information only, summarised from the Department of Home Affairs and checked in November 2026. Fees and rules change, so always check the official page before you apply.
Official information: the Department of Home Affairs page for this visa.