As a general rule, all visitors to Australia (other than citizens of New Zealand travelling on a New Zealand passport) require a visa to enter Australia. Overseas visitors seeking to attend or participate in, a conference or event in Australia should, in most cases, apply for a short stay business visitor visa. You must apply for your visa early (we suggest that you apply two months prior to your departure), to ensure that details are confirmed prior to your departure for the Conference.
Please check prior to registration with your airline, travel agent or nearest Australian Consulate, as immigration laws are very strict. Information about this important requirement can also be found on the Australian Government website at www.immi.gov.au/visitors
Some participants will be able to obtain an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA). You can apply for an ETA via the Internet www.eta.immi.gov.au or through a travel agent, an airline office or a specialist service provider to arrange an ETA on your behalf.
Non-ETA countries
Non-ETA country delegates need to lodge a subclass '456' visa application at the nearest Australian Mission overseas. The application form (also number 456) can be downloaded from the website www.immi.gov.au
Invitation Letter and visa
If you require an invitation letter for visa purposes please indicate this on your registration form or contact the Conference Secretariat at ivbm@conceptevents.com.au
Please note this procedure is intended to assist participants who need to obtain a visa or permission to attend the Conference and is not an official invitation covering fees and other expenses. It does not imply any financial support from the Conference.
