Temporary Protection visa (subclass 785)
The Temporary Protection Visa (Subclass 785) is a temporary visa that allows individuals to stay in Australia for a duration of 3 years. This visa offers the following benefits:
Stay: 3 years.
Work and Study: Visa holders have the freedom to work and study in Australia during their stay.
Access to Government Services: Visa holders can access government services, including Centrelink.
To be eligible for this visa, you must fulfill Australia’s protection obligations or be a member of the same family unit as someone who does. Additionally, you must meet all other visa requirements, such as health, character, identity, and security.
The Temporary Protection Visa is designed for individuals who arrived in Australia illegally. If you entered Australia without a valid visa, were not cleared by immigration upon arrival, or meet specific eligibility criteria, you may apply for this visa. It’s important to note that this visa is temporary and does not lead to permanent protection in Australia.
The cost of applying for a Temporary Protection Visa (Subclass 785) is AUD45.00.
There is also a Fast Track Assessment process for those who meet certain criteria, including being an unauthorized maritime arrival or entering Australia between specific dates. This process expedites the assessment of applications.
The processing times for Temporary Protection Visa applications can vary. The Australian authorities aim to finalize these applications as quickly as possible. However, due to the complexity of the process, it may take some time. Your application’s processing time may be affected by factors such as incorrectly filled applications, missing documents, delays in responding to information requests, and the time required for information verification.
Be a Refugee or Satisfy Complementary Protection Criteria: As per the Migration Act 1958, applicants must either be recognized as a refugee or meet Australia’s complementary protection criteria.
Meet Identity Requirements: Applicants may be required to provide documents as evidence of their identity, nationality, or citizenship. Cooperation in providing this evidence is essential.
Not Be Barred from Lodging a TPV Application: There are certain restrictions on who can apply for a Temporary Protection Visa. These include criteria related to previous visa history and legal status.
Meet Security Requirements: The Australian authorities will assess applicants’ compliance with security requirements as part of the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Temporary Protection Visa does not lead to a Permanent Protection Visa. It is a temporary visa, and applicants are not eligible to apply for the permanent subclass 866 visa.
The processing time can vary, but the Australian authorities aim to finalize applications as quickly as possible. Factors like accurate application submission and timely response to information requests can expedite the process.
Can family members apply for a Temporary Protection Visa if the primary applicant is eligible?
The Temporary Protection Visa does not provide a direct pathway to permanent residency. However, individuals may explore other visa options during their stay in Australia.
Currently, there are no frequently asked questions available for the Aged Dependent Relative Visa (Subclass 114).