Visa & Travel Information

The World Trails Conference 2026 is registered with the International Event Coordinator Network (IECN) of the Department of Home Affairs.

Participants, attendees and speakers visiting Perth for the event may be eligible to apply for the following visa options:

• Visitor (subclass 600) Business stream visa.  For more information see: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/visitor-600/business-visitor-stream
• Electronic Travel Authority – ETA (subclass 601).  For eligible passport holders and more information see: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/electronic-travel-authority-601
• eVisitor (subclass 651) Business stream visa.  For eligible passport holders and more information see: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/evisitor-651

NB: Eligibility for an eVisitor visa and ETA will be determined by the country of passport that the applicant holds.

 

Visa Application Process and Processing Times:   

Visa applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis, and actual processing times can vary due to individual circumstances including:  

• whether the applicant has lodged a complete application, including all necessary supporting documents and paid associated visa application charges  

• how promptly the applicant responds to any requests for additional information  

• how long it takes to perform required checks on the supporting information provided  

• how long it takes to receive information from external agencies, particularly in relation to health, character, and national security requirements  

• when the application is lodged taking the current global visa processing times into account  

Processing times are impacted each month by cases that are complex, changes to volume of applications and changes to Ministerial Directions.  More information about visa processing times please see: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-processing-times/overview.    

For this reason, we would advise that all visa applications be lodged at least 4 to 6 weeks prior to a person’s intended date of travel. Please note that if you are supplying supporting documentation for your visa application applying too early may result in the documentation (eg employment status, bank statements or financial records) being outdated and not relevant. We recommend not applying for your visa earlier that 8 weeks from your intended travel date.   

NB: IECN assistance will NOT guarantee a visa grant. Visa applicants must demonstrate that they meet all the legislative requirements for an Australian visa.