Please note this page is intended to provide general information only and does not constitute legal advice. IAC 2025 Sydney Congress Managers are not the Australian government visa granting authority. For information on visas to enter Australia, visitors should seek the most up-to-date information from Australian Government Department of Home Affairs.*
All travellers (except Australian and New Zealand citizens) must have a valid visa before TRAVELLING to Australia and apply for your visa at least 6-8 weeks prior to commencement of your travel. Delegates applying for a visa are able to lodge an application online and can use the Department of Home Affairs’ interactive online visa finder tool to see what visa options will suit their individual needs: Explore visa options (homeaffairs.gov.au).
Please see below information in relation to applying for a visa to attend;
- Register to attend
Once you have registered and paid you will receive an acknowledgement letter that you can use with your visa application.
- Apply for a visa at the Department of Home Affairs at least 6-8 weeks prior to your departure.
Use the Visa Finder to determine the right visa for you and follow the steps to apply for your visa.
At a minimum, you should apply for your visa six to eight weeks prior to your departure date to Australia.
For information on visas to enter Australia, visitors should seek the most up-to-date information from Australian Government Department of Home Affairs.
Visa Frequently Asked Questions
When should I apply for my Visa?
The Australian Department of Home Affairs recommends all travellers requiring a visa apply at least six to eight weeks prior to your departure to Australia.
Applying for an Australian Visa
Please use the Visa Finder to determine the right visa for you and follow the steps to apply for your visa. At a minimum, you should apply for your visa six to eight weeks prior to your departure date in Australia.
For information on visas to enter Australia, visitors should seek the most up-to-date information from Australian Government Department of Home Affairs.
Visa Invitation Letters
Visa invitation letters are automatically generated on completion and payment of your IAC 2025 registration.
As delegate passport information will be passed on to the Australian Department of Home Affairs as confirmation of attendance, we are unable to support delegates who have not completed payment first.
Visa Application Statuses
We, as the congress organisers, are unable to provide updates on the status of your visa application – this is strictly the role of the Australian Department of Home Affairs.
Additionally, we are also unable to impact or alter the outcomes of visa applications. You will need to contact the department of Home Affairs directly for an update on this information.
Visa Refusals
We are unable to support with your visa refusal from the Australian government – should you cancel your registration, the registration cancellation policy applies. Proof of refusal will be required, and all refunds will be processed post-congress.
