Expiring Visa

To stay in Australia You must either:

Be an Australian Citizen
Have a valid VISA – which has not expired.
Be briefly visiting with an ETA (Electronic Transfer Authority), 3 months maximum.

Check your VISA to know when it expires.

Also check the conditions of the VISA. Some VISAs have a condition that prevents you from staying further. Some currant VISAs will not let you stay while applying for a new VISA; you must organize a new VISA well in advance.

You must either leave Australia before your VISA expires, or take the right steps to leave.

Waiting to leave the country.

If your VISA expires while you are waiting to leave the country, if you have already make arrangement to leave, then you should apply for a bridging VISA. This allows you to lawful stay in the country while waiting to depart.

Leaving without a Valid VISA

If you leave Australia without a valid VISA you will find it very difficult to get a new Australian VISA in the next three years.

Immigration lawyers Sydney

The immigration law can be complex, and law changes with changing political circumstances. Consult a lawyer for the best chance of immigration, permanent residency

Disclaimer: The information in this article is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. No individual should take, or refrain from taking, any action solely based on the material contained in this article. While we aim to offer accurate and timely information, we cannot guarantee its accuracy on the date of receipt or in the future. If you require more information or seek relevant legal advice specific to your circumstances, please contact our office.

Visa and Immigration Processing During Holiday Time

Due to the festive season and the number of people vacationing over Christmas there may be longer than normal delays with Visa and immigration process. The Department of Home affairs has more applications than usual during this part of the years, so processing takes longer.

We recommend:

Lodging any Visa application well in advance of your travel date; at least two months in advance is recommended.
Make sure all forms are complete and all necessary documents are attached.
A medical exam is needed for some visas. Have this conducted a week before you submit your completed application.
Have the application and all details checked by a professional.

Immigration Lawyers Sydney

Immigration rules are complex, and mistakes on applications can cause considerable delay. There can even be severe penalties if the mistake is seen as deliberate dishonesty.

Have your Visa, permanent residency or citizenship looked after by a lawyer who specializes in immigration.