The Migration (2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup—Class of Persons for Nil VAC) Instrument 2025 officially designates the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup as an Australian Government Endorsed Event (AGEE) under the Migration Regulations 1994, providing a nil Visa Application Charge (VAC) for eligible individuals involved in the event.
The 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup will be held from 1 to 21 March 2026 in Perth, Sydney, and the Gold Coast. It is an official event of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and is organized by the Local Organising Committee.
Individuals within the specified class—such as AFC delegation members, participating team members, and event affiliates—will benefit from the visa fee exemption, ensuring easier access to travel for those participating in this major international event. Applicants are advised to submit their requests according to the outlined eligibility criteria in the Migration Instrument, which clarifies who qualifies for the event-specific visa exemption.
This instrument provides a clear pathway for individuals involved in the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup to obtain visas with the exemption from application fees, facilitating smooth participation in this major international sporting event.
Click here: LIN 25/116- Migration (2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup—Class of Persons for Nil VAC) Instrument 2025