Electronic Travel Authority ETA Visa (Subclass 601)

The Electronic Travel Authority (Class UD) (Subclass 601) visa is for persons who wish to visit Australia temporarily as a tourist or to engage in business visitor activities such as attending a conference, attending a business meeting etc.

Highlights

You must be outside Australia, or in immigration clearance to lodge a valid visa application.
This visa does not allow you to work in Australia or studying for more than 3 months.
In general, this visa allows you to stay in Australia for up to 3 months.

Key Eligibility requirements

You must be a citizen of a particular country. Eligible passports are prescribed by legislative instrument, read the complete list here.
You must satisfy certain Public Interest criteria and Special Return criteria.
You must meet health and character requirements.