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What are the English Language requirements for an Australian visa (in plain English)? (Updated on: 21 February 2025)
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What are the English Language requirements for an Australian visa (in plain English)? (Updated on: 21 February 2025)

Depending on the visa you apply for in Australia, as a visa applicant you may need to provide the Department with evidence of your English language ability. Which visa are you applying for and what are the English requirements? The below table sets out the general English requirements for some common visa applications (noting that certain applicants may be exempt…
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21 February, 2025
Navigating the Complexities of Australia’s Adoption Visas
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Navigating the Complexities of Australia’s Adoption Visas

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 wellbeing. However, adoptions can be…
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7 February, 2025
Expansion of Family Violence Provisions for Visa Applicants: Key Changes (Updated on: 31 January 2025)
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Expansion of Family Violence Provisions for Visa Applicants: Key Changes (Updated on: 31 January 2025)

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 leaving abusive relationships. What are…
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31 January, 2025
What are the Family Violence provisions for Australian visa holders? (Updated on: 31 January 2025)
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What are the Family Violence provisions for Australian visa holders? (Updated on: 31 January 2025)

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 Australia's family violence provisions, you…
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31 January, 2025
What to do when you’ve had an Australian visa refused? (Updated on: 31 January 2025)
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What to do when you’ve had an Australian visa refused? (Updated on: 31 January 2025)

When a person has had a visa refused, there are several things they may need to consider, depending on their circumstances including: their immigration status (and ability to stay in Australia); their ability to apply for other Australian visas; and whether they can appeal the visa refusal decision. If you’ve had a visa refused or rejected, it’s important to understand…
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31 January, 2025
What can you expect at your ART Hearing? (Updated on: 31 January 2025)
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What can you expect at your ART Hearing? (Updated on: 31 January 2025)

If you have applied for a review of your visa refusal with the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART), you may be anxious and unsure about what to expect at your hearing. This article will take you through key information about what you can expect at your ART hearing within the Migration and Refugee Division. What is the ART? The ART is…
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31 January, 2025