I am planning a three-week Sydney, Melbourne and Cairns itinerary for February while living outside my passport country, and my flights are still refundable. I feel overwhelmed by several visitor labels and want to know which passport scan, residence evidence, itinerary, funds and timing information to prepare before committing to bookings.
Start with the official Visa Finder using the passport to be presented, current residence, tourism purpose, intended dates and activities; those facts determine which route to investigate. Follow that route’s checklist, usually keeping identity, residence, funds, itinerary and travel-history evidence consistent, and submit only through the linked official system. Next, record the application reference and check the current status guidance before booking non-refundable travel. The result, evidence and processing can vary, and a visa or travel permission does not by itself guarantee entry: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-finder.