Australia offers a wide range of visas catering to different purposes, including tourism, work, study, family reunions, and permanent residency. Here are some of the main types of Australian visas:

1. Visitor Visas:

   • Visitor (Tourist) Visa (subclass 600): For individuals visiting Australia for tourism, to visit family or friends, or to participate in short-term recreational activities.
   • Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) (subclass 601): For citizens of certain countries who are eligible for visa-free travel to Australia for short stays.
   • eVisitor (subclass 651): For citizens of European Union (EU) member states, as well as a few other European countries, who wish to visit Australia for tourism or business purposes.

2. Student Visas:

   • Student Visa (subclass 500): For international students enrolled in full-time courses at registered Australian educational institutions.

3. Work Visas:

   • Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189): For skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, state, or family member. It is a permanent residency visa.
   • Employer-Sponsored Visas: These include various subclasses such as subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage Visa), subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme), and subclass 494 (Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Provisional Visa), among others.
   • Working Holiday Visas: These include subclass 417 (Working Holiday Visa) and subclass 462 (Work and Holiday Visa), which allow young people from eligible countries to work and travel in Australia for up to one year.

4. Family Visas:

   • Partner Visas: Including the subclass 309/100 (Partner (Provisional and Migrant)) visa for spouses or de facto partners of Australian citizens or permanent residents.
   • Parent Visas: Including the subclass 103 (Parent) visa for parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents.

5. Business and Investment Visas:

   • Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) Visa (subclass 888): For individuals who have established a business or invested in Australia on a temporary visa and wish to obtain permanent residency.
   • Business Talent (Permanent) Visa (subclass 132): For high-caliber business owners or investors who are nominated by an Australian state or territory government.

6. Refugee and Humanitarian Visas:

   • Refugee and Humanitarian Visas: Including the subclass 200 (Refugee), subclass 201 (In-country Special Humanitarian), and subclass 204 (Woman at Risk) visas, among others.

7. Other Visas:

   • Visitor Visas for Medical Treatment: For individuals who need to travel to Australia for medical treatment or to support someone receiving medical treatment.
   • Retirement Visas: Including the subclass 405 (Investor Retirement) visa for self-funded retirees who want to spend their retirement years in Australia.

These are some of the main types of Australian visas, but there are many other subclasses and categories available depending on specific circumstances and eligibility criteria. It’s important to carefully review the requirements and consult with the Australian Department of Home Affairs or a qualified migration agent for personalized advice.