What are the streams of the Visitor visa (subclass 600) and which one fits me?

The subclass 600 has several streams. The Tourist stream is for holidays, cruises, or visiting family and friends. The Sponsored Family stream is for people sponsored, usually by a family member in Australia, to visit relatives. The Business Visitor stream is for short business visits.

There is also the Approved Destination Status stream, which applies to travellers from certain countries visiting in organised tour groups. Choosing the right stream matters because the requirements and conditions differ.

Pick the stream that matches your genuine reason for visiting. For example, a sponsored family visit and a general tourist trip are assessed differently, and applying under the wrong stream can cause delays or refusal.