Business Visitor Activities - Condition 8115
Visa holders with Condition 8115 on their visa are restricted to engaging only in "business visitor activities" while in Australia. This condition delineates permissible activities for individuals on a tourist or visitor visa in the business visitor activity stream. When a visitor visa or tourist visa is issued under the business visitor activity stream, it will be subject to Condition 8115.
What is Condition 8115?
Condition 8115 prohibits visa holders from engaging in formal "work" in Australia. However, it allows them to participate in specific business-related activities.
The definition of acceptable activities is outlined in Regulation 1.03 of the Migration Regulations 1994.
What Activities are Acceptable as Business Visitor Activities?
Visa holders under Condition 8115 may engage in the following activities:
Business Enquiries: Undertaking general business or employment enquiries.
Contract Negotiations: Investigating, negotiating, entering, or reviewing business contracts.
Conferences and Seminars: Participating in conferences, trade fairs, or seminars in Australia, provided the person is not being paid by the organizer for their participation.
Official Government Visits: Undertaking activities as part of an official government-to-government visit to Australia.
What activities are NOT considered Business Visitor Activities?
Visa holders with Condition 8115 are prohibited from engaging in activities outside the defined business visitor activities. The following activities are not permitted:
Work Activities: Any activity that involves undertaking work for, or supplying services to, an organization or person based in Australia.
Direct Sales: Activities that include selling goods or services directly to the general public.
Understanding Condition 8115 is crucial for visa holders to ensure compliance in Australia. Engaging only in permitted business visitor activities can help avoid potential visa violations and the associated consequences. If you are unsure whether an activity falls within the allowed scope, it is advisable to seek clarification before proceeding.
How Can Agape Henry Crux Help
If you have some employees who are on a Working Holiday Visa and would like to transition them out of the 6-month work limitation, contact our Accredited Specialist(s) in Immigration Law with our team of immigration lawyers and migration agents at Agape Henry Crux. We specialise in handling highly complex matters. You can schedule a meeting with one of our lawyers or agents to seek professional advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com.
We speak fluent English, Mandarin, Cantonese and Malay. If this isn’t your language, we can also help you arrange an interpreter.
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