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World Youth Day
World Youth Day (WYD) is a major international event. It will be hosted in Sydney from 15-20 July 2008. World Youth Day will be the occasion of the first visit of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI to Australia, with various events planned for visiting pilgrims.
Further information and registration details can be obtained from the Immigration web site at http://www.immi.gov.au/visitors/tourist/wyd_08/index.htm or from the World Youth Day 2008 web site at http://www.wyd2008.org/index.php/en
Visa processes for applicants from India and Nepal
You will need to apply for a Tourist visa (Subclass 676) in order to attend World Youth Day. As a registered pilgrim you will be entitled to apply for your visa free of Australian Government charges by following the process listed below.
To make an application follow these steps:
1. Print a copy of the application form (number 48R – see below) and complete it
2. If you are under 18: Print out a copy of the parental consent form (number 1229 – see below) and ask your parents or guardians to complete it. You will also need to submit evidence of your relationship with your parent/ guardian (for example, a copy of your birth certificate) and a copy of identification for your parent/ guardian showing their signature (for example, a passport).
3. Prepare your supporting documentation:
- 2 passport sized photographs (no more than 6 months old)
- 1 certified copy of the page of your passport that shows your name and photograph
- Evidence that you will be able to support yourself while in Australia. This could include, any fundraising you have been involved, bank statements, or evidence financial support from a sponsoring organisation
- Evidence of enrolment and/or employment in your home country
4. Check your local Australian Immigration Office website for any additional requirements (NOTE: It is important to do this otherwise their may be delays to your application)
5. Print a copy of the coversheet and complete it
6. Lodge your application with supporting documents at the following Australian Immigration Office:
Australian High Commission, New Delhi, India
Street Address
1/50G Shantipath
Chanakyapuri
NEW DELHI 110021
India
Postal Address
World Youth Day Team
Australian High Commission – Immigration and Visas
PO Box 5210
New Delhi
India
Telephone
91 11 4122 1000
Fax
91 11 2688 7536
Email Contact
WYD2008.india@dfat.gov.au
Website
www.india.embassy.gov.au
Client Counter Hours
09.00-10.00 Monday to Friday
Client Telephone Hours
08.30-13.00, 14.00-17.00 Monday to Friday
| Application to visit Australia for tourism or other recreational activities | Form 48R |
| Consent form to grant an Australian visa to a child under the age of 18 years | Form 1229 |