Australian Immigration Guide How to Get An Australian Visa by Jordan Cadbury
This part of our guide to emigrating to Australia focuses on getting an Australian visa. . .
To enter Australia you need to have a visa issued by the Australian government. This applies regardless of what you plan to do in Australia or how long you plan to stay there anyone who doesn't have one will find themselves being refused entry on arrival at the airport or port it must be applied for in advance of your arrival as applications are arrival are not permitted .
You can find details of the various types of visas offered by visiting immi. gov. au where you can also download an immigration application form. Be sure to read through all of the information advice provided on the website to ensure that you're both applying for the right type of visa are eligible for it.
The completing of the application form is an essential step as there's no other way to obtain a visa such as from an embassy from a third party on arrival etc. . Once you have filled it in you should send it to the Department of Immigration Culture often shortened to DIAC .
They aren't known for their leniency so you should check double check both your application form all accompanying documents before sending it off. Any errors will result in it being automatically rejected without you having the option to make any slight amendments to it.
Fees for visas vary dramatically depending upon the visa category you are applying under. With police checks medical records government fees etc the cost of the application can sometimes be a considerable expense. The time taken to process your application also varies though you should allow a minimum of 12 months.
The DIAC will inform you of their decision by letter which will also include details of how to get your passport updated if your application was successful or how do apply for a review of their decision if your application was unsuccessful .
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