Global Special Humanitarian (subclass 202)
The Global Special Humanitarian Visa is a pathway to Australia that offers unique opportunities for individuals who are experiencing substantial discrimination and human rights violations in their home country. This visa allows you to seek refuge and build a new life in Australia. Here's what you need to know:
With this visa, you can:
Stay in Australia permanently: The Global Special Humanitarian Visa offers you the chance to make Australia your permanent home.
Work and Study in Australia: You have the freedom to pursue employment and educational opportunities in Australia.
Propose Certain Family Members for Permanent Residence: As a visa holder, you can also propose eligible family members for permanent residence in Australia.
To be eligible for this visa, you must:
Have a proposer: You need a person or organization in Australia to propose you for this visa.
Enter Australia by the date on your visa: Ensure that you arrive in Australia before the visa’s expiration date.
Obey all Australian laws: Both you and your family members must comply with all Australian laws and regulations.
One of the remarkable aspects of the Global Special Humanitarian Visa is that it is cost-free. This means that there is no application fee for this visa, making it accessible to those who need it most.
The visa conditions for this subclass are not applicable (N/A), which provides some flexibility for the visa holders.
The processing time for this visa may vary depending on your individual circumstances and the complexity of your case. It’s important to apply well in advance of your intended travel date to allow for thorough processing.
To be eligible for the Global Special Humanitarian Visa, you must meet specific criteria:
Reside Outside Australia: You must be living outside Australia when you apply for this visa.
Experience Substantial Discrimination: You should be subject to substantial discrimination in your home country, which amounts to a gross violation of your human rights.
Have a Proposer: You must be proposed for this visa by a person or organization in Australia. Your proposer can be an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or an organization based in Australia. Immediate family members who meet the eligibility requirements can also propose you for this visa.
Your proposer may need to assist with your travel expenses to Australia if you are unable to cover them yourself. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) offers support for Global Special Humanitarian Visa holders, including the No-Interest Loan Scheme (NILS). IOM can provide:
A no-interest loan covering up to 75% of the travel costs for you and your family to come to Australia under NILS.
Assistance with travel bookings.
Advice and support for your family’s journey to Australia.
Your proposer also has additional responsibilities to help you settle into your new life in Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Global Special Humanitarian Visa provides refuge to individuals who are subject to substantial discrimination and human rights violations in their home country, offering them the opportunity to build a new life in Australia.
Yes, immediate family members can propose you for this visa if they meet the eligibility requirements for a split family visa application.
If you are unable to cover your travel expenses, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) offers a No-Interest Loan Scheme (NILS) that can cover up to 75% of your travel costs. They also provide travel bookings, advice, and support for your family’s journey to Australia.
Currently, there are no frequently asked questions available for the Aged Dependent Relative Visa (Subclass 114).