Visitor Visa Recommendation Report

Primary Recommendation

Visitor Visa — Subclass 600 (Tourist stream)

✓ Highly Eligible

As a 45-year-old Japanese national and senior marketing director at Dentsu Tokyo with strong travel history (28 countries including UK, US, and Schengen), property ownership in Japan, and a planned 3-week family holiday to visit your brother in Melbourne, you present an exceptionally low-risk profile for the Visitor Visa (Subclass 600). Japanese passport holders are also eligible for the ETA (Subclass 601) for shorter stays, but the 600 gives you a longer stay option of up to 12 months.

Why This Visa Is Right for You

✓Allows stays of 3, 6, or 12 months — ideal for your planned 3-week visit with flexibility to extend
✓Tourist stream covers both holiday activities and visiting family (your brother in Melbourne)
✓Multiple entry option available, allowing you to return within the visa validity period
✓Your strong ties to Japan (senior executive role, property ownership, family) make approval highly likely
✓Your extensive international travel history demonstrates responsible visa compliance

Alternative Visa Options

Electronic Travel Authority

Subclass 601 (ETA)

Free for Japanese passport holders via the Australian ETA app. Allows multiple entries of up to 3 months each over 12 months. Faster processing (usually instant) but limited to 3-month stays per visit. Best if your trip stays under 3 months.

eVisitor

Subclass 651

Not available for Japanese nationals (EU/select European passport holders only). The ETA (601) is the equivalent for Japanese citizens. Listed for reference only.

Required Documents

1Identity Documents

✓Valid Japanese passport with at least 6 months validity beyond planned departure
✓Recent passport-sized photograph (45mm x 35mm, white background)
✓Passport bio-data page scan (colour, high resolution)
✓Family register extract (Koseki Tohon) if visiting family

2Purpose of Visit & Travel Plans

✓Cover letter stating purpose, itinerary, and duration of visit
✓Flight itinerary or booking confirmation (refundable recommended)
✓Accommodation details: brother’s address in Melbourne + any hotel bookings
✓Invitation letter from your brother (name, address, relationship, visit dates)
✓Your brother’s proof of Australian residency (visa grant notice or citizenship certificate)

3Financial Evidence

✓Bank statements from last 3 months showing sufficient funds (AUD $5,000+ recommended for 3 weeks)
✓Employment letter from Dentsu confirming your role, salary, and approved leave dates
✓Recent tax return or income certificate from the National Tax Agency
✓Credit card statements showing international spending capacity (optional but helpful)

4Ties to Home Country

✓Employment letter confirming your position and return-to-work date
✓Property ownership documents (land registration certificate from Legal Affairs Bureau)
✓Family details: spouse and children remaining in Japan during your visit
✓Previous travel history showing timely departure from visited countries (passport stamps or visa copies)

5Health & Insurance

✓Travel insurance covering medical expenses for the duration of stay (not mandatory but strongly recommended)
✓Health declaration (completed in the online application form)
✓No formal health examination typically required for short tourist stays from Japan

Expected Timeline

Gather Documents & Prepare Application 3–5 days

Lodge Online Application via ImmiAccount 1 day

Application Processing 1–4 weeks (typically 5–10 days for Japanese applicants)

Visa Grant & Travel Visa is electronic — linked to your passport

Application Fees

Visitor Visa application (Tourist stream, outside Australia)	AUD $190
Additional applicant over 18 (spouse, if travelling together)	AUD $190
Additional applicant under 18 (per child)	AUD $65
Travel insurance (recommended, 3 weeks)	AUD $80–150
Document translation (if any documents not in English)	AUD $50–150

Important Tips

Consider applying via the ETA (Subclass 601) app first — it’s free for Japanese passport holders and often granted instantly. Only apply for the 600 if you need to stay longer than 3 months or if the ETA is declined for any reason.
When visiting family, be upfront about your brother’s details. Include his invitation letter and proof of Australian status. Immigration verifies family connections, and inconsistencies can delay or jeopardise your application.
Your employment letter is one of the strongest documents you can provide. Have Dentsu’s HR department include your job title, years of service, salary, and confirmed return-to-work date. This demonstrates you have strong reason to return to Japan.
Book refundable flights and accommodations before applying to show concrete plans, but avoid non-refundable bookings until the visa is granted. Processing is usually fast for Japanese applicants but can occasionally take up to 4 weeks.
Do not overstay even by a single day. A previous overstay (in any country) triggers additional scrutiny and can result in a 3-year exclusion period from Australia. Set a departure reminder well before your visa expires.

Next Steps

Check ETA (Subclass 601) eligibility via the Australian ETA app — if your trip is under 3 months, this may be the faster and free option
Request an invitation letter from your brother in Melbourne with his address, relationship details, and your planned visit dates
Obtain an employment letter from Dentsu HR confirming your role, salary, and approved leave period
Gather 3 months of bank statements and property ownership documents
Book refundable flights and accommodation (or confirm arrangements with your brother)
Purchase travel insurance that covers medical emergencies, trip cancellation, and repatriation
Create an ImmiAccount, complete the online Visitor Visa application, upload all supporting documents, and pay the AUD $190 fee
Monitor your ImmiAccount for any requests for additional information and respond promptly