To be eligible for the 820 and 801 visas, the applicants are required to meet certain health and character requirements, including partaking in a health exam and providing police clearances from other countries lived in and signing an Australian Values Statement.
The lodgement process for both the temporary
and permanent visas occurs at the same time,
however they are processed in two stages,
two years apart. An applicant is eligible to
lodge the 801 (Permanent Visa) two years
after the lodgement of the 820. The subclass
820 visa allow the applicant to stay, work
and study in Australia until a decision has
been made on the permanent subclass 801
visa. It also allows the applicant to enrol
in Medicare, Australia’s health care scheme.
Dependent children can be included in the
application (child visa applications) but
other independent relatives are not eligible
for inclusion.
Resident Return Visa (RRV) - Subclass 155
Australian Citizenship Pathways
Popular Visas Leading to Citizenship
Allows partners of Australian citizens or permanent residents to apply for permanent residency, leading to citizenship.
A permanent visa for skilled workers, leading to eligibility for Australian citizenship.
For individuals born outside Australia with at least one Australian citizen parent. Direct path to citizenship.
Skilled workers nominated by a state or territory government can obtain permanent residency and pursue citizenship.
For individuals working and living in designated regional areas. Leads to permanent residency and citizenship.
Student Visa (Subclass 500)
Allows students to live and study full-time in Australia.
The AAT reviews visa refusals or cancellations by the Department of Home Affairs.
The MIU allows individuals to request intervention from the Immigration Minister in unique or exceptional circumstances.
Visitor Visas
Investor Retirement Visa (Subclass 405)
This visa is for individuals who want to live in Australia during their retirement years. It requires the applicant to make a significant financial investment in Australia.
