Visa for NYU Sydney

There are a number of factors that need to be considered when determining if a faculty member or researcher needs to obtain a visa in advance of traveling to Australia. These factors include: country of citizenship, duration of the trip, and the purpose or activity required during the trip. If in doubt, please contact the Office of Global Services (OGS) as early as possible.

Prepare for Your Stay in Australia

Before beginning STEP 1, be sure to have a valid passport.

A valid passport should have at least six months beyond expected return date and at minimum, two blank visa pages.

STEP 1

Complete the Immigration Assistance Request Form

Typical Timeframe: 0-1 Days

Faculty member completes the Immigration Assistance Request Form.

STEP 2

Book an Appointment with OGS

Typical Timeframe: 1-10 Days

OGS identifies proper immigration path for the intended trip and contacts faculty member.
- If OGS determines a visa is needed, faculty member books an appointment with OGS.

STEP 3

Gather Documents and Share with OGS

Typical Timeframe: 1-30 Days

Faculty member gathers their immigration and travel documents and shares with OGS via NYU Box.

Typical Documents Required to Prepare for Your Stay in Australia

Original Passport(s)
- Passports should have at least six months beyond expected return date and at minimum, two blank visa pages
Certified copy of passport bio page
US Immigration Documents if you are not a US Citizen (i.e. permanent residence card, DS-2019, copy of visa and I-94, etc.)
Certified copy of valid identification document showing proof of address within consulate jurisdiction, such as a driver’s license or tax return
Certified copy of birth certificate
Certified copy of original highest held degree
Updated and current CV
Relevant course syllabus for program abroad
Travel Itinerary - even if it is tentative
Proof of sufficient global health insurance coverage (NYU to provide)
1 Passport style photos. If you are in New York and in need updated photos, the NYU StudentLink Center offers passport photo services.
Business Invitation, Assignment and/or Appointment Letter(s)
Certified Marriage Certificate and/or Birth Certificate(s) if spouse/partner and/or dependent children will be traveling
Some of the following documentation may be required (OGS staff will discuss which documentation is needed with you depending on your situation):
1. Medical Reference Letter
2. Criminal History Report(s)
3. Proof of certain immunizations

STEP 4

File Work Authorization Application

Typical Timeframe: 30-60 Days

If work authorization is required, OGS will work with the faculty member, their department or school, and outside counsel to file work authorization application.

STEP 5

Review Visa Application Materials with OGS

Typical Timeframe: 1 Day

Prior to online visa submission for the Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa - Subclass 400, the faculty member returns to OGS to have visa application materials reviewed.

STEP 6

Submit Online Visa Application

Typical Timeframe: 1 Day

Submit online visa application and supporting documentation.

STEP 7

Receive Electronic Visa

Typical Timeframe: 30-90 Days

Faculty member awaits online approval for electronic visa.

STEP 8

Travel to Destination

Typical Timeframe: N/A

Faculty member travels to destination and enters showing their passport and electronic visa confirmation.

STEP 9

Complete Suggested Travel Practices

Typical Timeframe: Prior to travel

Suggested travel practices

For NYU related short-term travel (less than 90 days) - register before departure for Geo Blue, the global short-term health insurance and put your travel details into NYU Traveler.
- Visit the Geo Blue website, click on Register Now, and use NYU Group Access Code: QHG99999NYU2.
Download Safe NYU App.
- If an emergency arises during travel, for overseas emergencies contact NYU’s Department of Campus Safety at +1 212-998-2222. Campus Safety regularly assists with international emergencies.
Visit the U.S. Department of State website to learn of any travel advisories or warnings for your destination country.
Register with your local Consulate or Embassy.
- For US citizens: Register your trip with the US Bureau of Consular Affairs by going to the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) website or by calling the Office of Overseas Citizens services at +1 202-501-4444.
- For all other citizenships: Find out if you can register with your home country's consulate or embassy. For worldwide embassy locations, go to the GoAbroad.com Embassies website.
Leave a copy of your passport bio page and visa/letter with whomever you would think to contact in an emergency. We suggest uploading a copy of your passport bio page and all immigration documents to NYU Box for your own secure access while traveling.
Visit Center for Disease Control (CDC) for information about necessary immunization prior to travel. Some immunization services available at NYU Student Health Center - Faculty and Staff Services at SHC.

Additional Resources

Australian Immigration and Visas
Australia in the USA
Approved List of Translators for Non-English Documents
Tax information - This information is made available as a resource for individuals traveling abroad that are not being supported under the NYU Global Assignment Tax Protection Policy. Anyone seeking personal tax advice should seek consultation outside NYU.
- For individuals supported by the NYU Global Assignment Tax Protection Policy OGS will provide a brief in-person overview orientation of this Global Assignment Benefit.