Become Australian or maintain your residency
Australian citizenship is the final step in the migration journey. Permanent residents can also access Resident Return visas to maintain their travel facility, and bridging visas to lawfully remain in Australia while a substantive visa application is being decided.
Source: Department of Home Affairs and Australian Citizenship (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au)
Who it's for: Permanent residents who meet the residence, character, English and knowledge of Australia requirements.
Generally requires 4 years lawful residence in Australia (including the last 12 months as a permanent resident), passing the citizenship test, and attending a citizenship ceremony to make the Pledge of Commitment.
Who it's for: Australian permanent residents (or former PR/citizens who lost that status) who need to travel.
Restores or extends the 5-year travel facility on a permanent visa. Generally requires 2 years of presence in Australia in the last 5 years.
Who it's for: Permanent residents who do not meet the residence requirements for a 155 but have compelling reasons for absence.
A short-term travel facility for PR holders who cannot meet the standard residence requirements.
Who it's for: Non-citizens with a substantive visa application or matter being decided.
Bridging visas keep you lawfully in Australia between visas. BVA: granted automatically with onshore applications. BVB: lets you travel and return. BVC: where no substantive visa held. BVE: for people negotiating departure or awaiting review.
Information on this page is general in nature and based on publicly available material from the Department of Home Affairs (immi.homeaffairs.gov.au) and the Administrative Review Tribunal (art.gov.au). It does not constitute migration advice. Please book a consultation for advice tailored to your circumstances.
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