Immigration Online
Online system
On 31 January 2022, we made enhancements to our Immigration Online system to make applying for a visa easier and improve visa processing times.
Applying for a visa online
Find out how to register for our online systems, and apply for a visa online.
Visas you can apply for online
You can apply for most visas online. This includes uploading documents, photographs and also paying application fees.
Online visa application process
Check the visa's page to find the ways you can apply for it.
Visas you must apply for online
You must apply online for the following visas.
- Accredited Employer Work Visa
- Care Workforce Work to Residence Visa
- Transport Work to Residence Visa
- Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa
- Straight to Residence Resident Visa
- Visitor Visa — if you are from a Pacific Islands Forum country excluding Australia, until 29 February 2024
Pacific Islands Forum - Work to Residence Visa
- Working holiday visas — except if you have a current working holiday visa and are applying for a new one.
Working holiday visas
We provide this list on our website as required by regulation 23AA(2) of the Immigration (Visa, Entry Permission, and Related Matters) Regulations 2010.
Help with online applications
Find help on completing an online application, and how to get advice.