Resident Return Visa
The Resident Return Visa (RRV), encompassing subclasses 155 and 157, is essential for Australian permanent residents seeking to travel overseas and return to Australia. This visa re-establishes your travel facility, allowing you to re-enter Australia as a permanent resident.
Resident Return Visa - 5 Year Travel Facility (Subclass 155)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Current Permanent Resident: You must hold a valid permanent visa.
- Travel Facility Expiry: Your current permanent visa's 5-year travel facility has expired or will expire while you are outside Australia.
- Previous Permanent Residency: You were a former permanent resident whose last permanent visa was not cancelled.
- Former Australian Citizen: You lost or renounced your Australian citizenship.
Key Points:
- This visa is typically granted for 5 years.
- You can apply for this visa while in Australia or overseas.
- If you are in Australia and do not plan to travel, you do not need to apply for this visa after the expiry of your permanent visa's travel facility.
Resident Return Visa - 3 Month Travel Facility (Subclass 186)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Current Permanent Resident: You must hold a valid permanent visa.
- Travel Facility Expiry: Your current permanent visa's travel facility has expired or will expire while you are outside Australia.
- Former Australian Citizen: You lost or renounced your Australian citizenship.
Key Points:
- This visa is typically granted for 3 months.
- It is suitable for those who need to travel urgently and do not meet the eligibility for a subclass 155 visa.
- You can apply for this visa while in Australia or overseas.
Reinstating Your Travel Facility
If your permanent visa’s travel facility has expired or will expire while you are outside Australia, you need to apply for a Resident Return Visa (subclasses 155 or 157) to return to Australia as a permanent resident. Without a valid travel facility, returning to Australia may affect your permanent resident entitlements and your ability to meet permanent residence requirements for Australian citizenship or another Resident Return visa.
How 26 Degrees Migration Can Help
We offer expert services to assist with:
- Eligibility assessment for Subclass 155 or Subclass 157 based on your residency and ties to Australia.
- Complete application processing from start to finish, ensuring all documents are in order.
- Advising on how to maintain your permanent residency status and how to qualify for an RRV if you’re nearing the end of your stay or about to travel abroad.
- Character assessments and guidance on police checks if required.
- Consultation for former Australian citizens who want to restore their permanent residency status.
Need to travel overseas but want to ensure you can return to Australia? Book a consultation with 26 Degrees Migration to guide you through the Resident Return Visa application process?
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