The Migration (2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup – Class of Persons for Nil VAC) Instrument 2025 (LIN 25/116) establishes special visa arrangements for the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup to be held in Australia from 1–21 March 2026.

This instrument:

• Specifies the Women's Asian Cup as an Australian Government endorsed event (AGEE) under the Subclass 408 Temporary Activity visa framework; and
• Prescribes a Nil Visa Application Charge (VAC) for eligible applicants associated with the event.

The eligible class of persons includes:

• AFC delegation members
• Participating team delegation members
• AFC commercial rights partners
• Commercial affiliates
• Other accredited individuals attending or participating in an official capacity

The instrument commences on 5 November 2025 and self-repeals on 22 March 2026, aligning with the conclusion of the event.

This measure facilitates Australia’s international sporting commitments by supporting streamlined visa arrangements for accredited participants and officials.

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