Do You Have What It Takes To Get An Australian Visa?

How to get an Australian visa is the topic of this installment of our guide to emigrating to Australia...

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 and 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).

The first step to getting a visa is to determine what type you need and whether you're eligible for it. You can do this by visiting http://www.immi.gov.au, where you'll find information on the various types of visas and be able to download an immigration application form.

An immigration application form must be completed by all applicants wishing to emigrate to Australia and it must be sent to an office of the Department of Immigration and Culture (DIAC) with all relevant documentation and the fee.

Australian Visa Information
They aren't known for their leniency so you should check and double-check both your application form and 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.

You'll be notified of whether your visa application was successful or not by letter. If you're refused a visa, you're notified why and, if applicable, where you can apply for a review of the decision and the time limit for doing so.

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