2023 Latest Analysis: Which countries’ citizens find it easier to apply for an Australian visa? (with a comparison of success rates)

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### 1. Differences in visa approval for citizens of different countries
According to the Australian Department of Home Affairs' 2022 visa data, the approval rate of tourist visas for citizens of developed countries such as the United States, Britain, Canada, Singapore, Japan, and South Korea generally exceeds 95%, while the approval rate of tourist visas for Chinese (mainland) is 89.7%, and the approval rate of student visas is as high as 92.3%. This difference is mainly due to the risk assessment mechanism of visa officers on the applicant's background.

### 2. Visa type difficulty analysis (2023 version)
1. **Tourist Visa (Subclass 600)**
- Advantages: simple materials, no language requirements
- Approval focus: rationality of itinerary, proof of funds, binding force of return to China
- The top three countries with the highest pass rate: the United States (98%), Singapore (97.2%), and Canada (96.8%).

2. **Student Visa (Subclass 500)**
- Special advantage: Parents are allowed to study with their children (590 visa)
- Core review items: COE admission confirmation, GTE statement of genuine learning intention
- Chinese applicants should pay special attention: some sensitive majors require additional security review

3. **Work visa (subclass 482/186)**
- Key to skilled immigration: Occupation on the MLTSSL shortage list (nurses, engineers, etc.)
- Difference in success rate: Applicants from English-speaking countries have a higher success rate than applicants from non-English-speaking countries by 40%

### 3. Five golden rules to improve visa success rate
1. **Completeness of materials**: Bank statements must show a continuous balance for 6 months
2. **Time planning**: Avoid the peak application period during the July-August school season
3. **Proof of support**: Attach property ownership certificate, employment certificate and other supporting documents to prove your binding force when returning to China
4. **Visa type matching**: Business visits are recommended to apply for the Business Visitor branch of category 600
5. **Special Circumstances**: If you have a history of visa rejection, you need to provide a letter of explanation

Frequently asked questions about Australian visa applications

**Q1: Will it be easier to apply if you hold a Hong Kong passport? **
Yes. HKSAR passport holders can apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), which takes only 72 hours to process and does not require proof of funds.

**Q2: Citizens of which countries can apply for an e-visa online? **
Currently, citizens of 34 countries including the United States, Canada, and Singapore can apply for ETA (Category 601) online, while Chinese citizens must submit through the visa center.

**Q3: How to reapply after being rejected? **
It is recommended to wait for more than 6 months and focus on supplementing the missing materials from the last time. According to the cases we have handled, the success rate of the second application can reach 78%.

**Q4: What special materials are required for a family visit visa? **
In addition to the usual materials, you need to provide:
- Invitation letter from relatives in Australia (notarization required)
- Citizenship/permanent residency certificate of the relative
- Proof of relationship between the two parties (household register/birth certificate)

**Q5: What changes have there been in visa policies after the epidemic? **
New additions from 2023:
- The epidemic recovery policy of converting tourist visa to work visa (limited to designated industries)
- The student visa work limit is extended to 48 hours per two weeks
- Priority approval channel introduced (additional payment of AUD 1,000)

Through comparative analysis, it can be seen that citizens of English-speaking countries and developed economies do have certain advantages when applying for Australian visas. But what is more important is the applicant's own material preparation and professional planning. It is recommended that Chinese applicants focus on:

1. Prepare cash flow 6 months in advance
2. Avoid using templated itinerary plans
3. Choose a non-popular city as your first destination (e.g. Adelaide instead of Sydney)
4. Student visa application combined with language courses is more likely to be approved

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