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Health requirements for visa applicants Most visa applicants must meet certain health requirements to be granted a visa. If there is a health requirement, the applicant will need to do a medical exam, as requested by the Department of Home Affairs.   A visa may be refused if an applicant has a medical condition that is considered to cause a "significant cost" to Australia's healthcare or community services. Conditions that may lead to visa refusal include: HIV/AIDS Cancer Chr

If you are in Australia and have you have had a visa refused (for example a student visa), you may still be able to apply for an onshore...

If you’ve been living in Australia on a bridging visa, or without a valid visa, having been unlawful for a period of time, you might still have options to apply for a Subclass 461 New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship Visa . This is where Schedule 3 criteria  come into play. Understanding these requirements is essential if you find yourself in this situation. What Is Schedule 3? Schedule 3 of the Migration Regulations 1994 applies to individuals who are unlawful non-citizen

If your relationship with your New Zealand (Kiwi) partner has ended in separation or divorce, you may still be eligible to apply for...

When applying for an Australian visa, one of the key requirements you may need to meet is passing a health examination. Whether or not...

Unlike many other visas, the subclass 444 Special Category Visa for New Zealand citizens does not have the Public Interest Criterion...

Australia places a strong emphasis on public health and safety, which is reflected in its visa requirements. While health examinations...

Navigating the rules around Australian citizenship for children can be complex. Here’s a breakdown of key scenarios to help clarify who...

Becoming an Australian citizen is a significant milestone for many migrants. It not only solidifies your connection to Australia but also opens the door to numerous privileges and rights. If you’re considering taking this step, here are some key benefits of Australian citizenship that make it worth pursuing. 1. Your visa cannot be cancelled One of the most significant advantages of becoming an Australian citizen is the assurance that your right to live in Australia is permane

Australian citizenship for children of New Zealand citizens NZ citizens who arrive in Australia are given a subclass 444 Special Category Visa at the airport. Although this visa is temporary it allows holders to stay in Australia indefinitely. A child born in Australia after 1 July 2022 to a subclass 444 holder will be Australian. This means they only need to apply for evidence of Australian citizenship, as they are born Australian. If you were born in Australia between 1 Sep

Despite my previous blog post and the strengthening sponsorship and nomination processes bill not being passed, the Department of Home Affairs has announced that the new Skills in Demand visa, will in fact replace the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) visa on Saturday 7 December 2024. You can see the announcement here: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/news-media/archive/article?itemId=1269 The exact details of this change have not yet been announced, however the much ant

Despite Australia's close relationship NZ citizens are not automatically given Australian citizenship. However on 1 July 2022 the laws were changed to make it easier for NZ citizens to get Australian citizenship. Now, NZ citizens do not need to apply for a permanent visa in order to get Australian citizenship. Instead, NZ citizens can apply for Australian citizenship after they have lived in Australia for 4 years. We can help you if you need assistance with Australian visas o

Becoming an Australian citizen is a significant milestone, but before you embark on the journey to citizenship, one important factor to consider is dual citizenship. Here’s everything you need to know about maintaining multiple citizenships and what it means for your future in Australia. What Is Dual Citizenship? Dual citizenship allows a person to be a citizen of two (or sometimes more) countries simultaneously. It means you can retain your current citizenship while also gai

Australia’s immigration policies have long included a health requirement for visa applicants (PIC4005 and 4007), designed to manage costs...

When facing a visa refusal, individuals often seek avenues for appeal to challenge the decision and pursue their immigration goals. However, it's essential to understand that not everyone is eligible to lodge an appeal. Certain limitations exist, determining who can and cannot appeal a visa refusal. Here's a closer look at who is ineligible to lodge an appeal: 1. People applying for visas that must be granted outside Australia Certain visa categories are designed to be grante

The Subclass 461 visa is a temporary visa for non-New Zealand family members of New Zealand citizens who want to live and work in...

Receiving a negative decision from the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) can be disheartening and may leave individuals uncertain...

Appealing a decision made by the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) is a critical step for individuals who have faced visa refusal or...