If you hold certain Australian visas and have experienced family violence, you may still apply for permanent residency via the “family violence” provisions. This article will take you through what the family violence provisions are, and what evidence you must provide to submit a valid claim. Eligibility for the Family Violence Provisions To qualify for […]
In October and December 2024, changes were made to the Migration Regulations broadening access to “family violence” provisions for secondary applicants of several of the permanent Skilled visas. These changes are part of the Australian Government’s efforts to support those impacted by family violence by ensuring they are not disadvantaged in their visa status when […]
Numerous visa options are available to those seeking permanent residence based on being a child who has been, or is in the process of being adopted by an Australian citizen, Australian permanent visa holder (PR), or an eligible New Zealand citizen (ENZC). These visas support the principle of family unity and the interests of family […]
Judicial review of migration decisions In most instances, you can seek judicial review of a decision by the Administrative Review Tribunal where there is an “error of law”. Judicial review is the process through which Courts ensure that decisions made under the Migration Act, including by the Administrative Review Tribunal (formerly the Administrative Appeals Tribunal) […]
Visa refusal appeals (Administrative Review Tribunal) The Administrative Review Tribunal (Tribunal), formerly the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, can conduct “merits review” of certain decisions by the Department of Home Affairs to refuse to grant a visa application. The Tribunal is an independent body from the Department of Home Affairs, who will consider visa applications afresh. They […]
Visa Cancellations The Department can take steps to cancel either a temporary or permanent visa that has already been granted. It’s important to obtain legal advice before such a decision is made (to ensure an appropriate response is provided), or after such a decision has been made so you can know your full review/appeal rights, […]
Student Visa Background Studying in Australia offers a unique way to experience Australian life, whilst gaining access to Australia’s world-class education system including top-ranking universities, practical vocational colleges and outstanding English language schools to support international students. If you are looking to stay in Australia for an extended period of time, an Australian Student Visa […]
Australia’s Investor Visa Program Australia’s Business and Investor program is designed to provide temporary and permanent residence pathways to individuals with significant business talent, or funds to invest into Australia. These visas are a useful way to obtain visas for high net worth individuals. Simplified 188 visa eligibility the Business Innovation stream (points-tested) – for […]
Australian Citizenship Becoming a citizen of Australia is the final legal step in your migration story. It is a process in which a non-Australian citizen voluntarily becomes an Australian citizen. Australian citizens pledge their loyalty to Australia and its people and are then entitled to its protection and to exercise their rights and responsibilities as […]
Sponsored Parent (Subclass 870) (Temporary Parent Visas) This temporary visa lets a parent of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen visit Australia for up to 3 or 5 years. A parent can apply for further visas to visit up to a maximum period in Australia of 10 years and does […]