Entertainment Visa (Subclass 420) - Australia

Entertainment visa (Subclass 420)

The Temporary Work (Entertainment) (Subclass 420) visa allows you to come to Australia to work in film, television (including documentaries and commercials) or live productions in either a performance or behind-the scenes role, such as, directors, producers or other production personnel.

The Temporary Work (Entertainment) (Subclass 420) visa allow for the inclusion of television or film crew, including actors, production and support staff and still-photographers, who are involved in the production of documentary programs or commercials exclusively for use outside Australia.

Journalists, correspondents or reporters representing overseas news organisations will instead need to apply for the Temporary Work (Skilled) (Subclass 457) visa.

Journalists who are covering a story or television /film crew who are involved in the production of documentary programs or commercials exclusively for use outside for a stay period of less than 6 weeks can apply for Temporary Work (Short Stay Activity) (Subclass 400) visa.