Safe Haven Enterprise visa (subclass 790)
The Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (Subclass 790) is a temporary visa that allows eligible individuals to reside in Australia for a period of 5 years. Here's what you need to know about this visa:
This visa permits the following:
Staying in Australia for a temporary period of 5 years.
Authorization to work and study during your stay.
Access to government services such as Centrelink.
To be eligible, you must:
Engage Australia’s protection obligations or be a member of the same family unit of someone who does.
Meet all other visa requirements, including health, character, identity, and security.
Sign a declaration on the application form stating your intent to work or study in regional Australia.
The application fee for the Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (Subclass 790) is AUD45.00.
As a holder of this visa, you are allowed to work and study in Australia. You must also comply with all visa conditions, including engaging in activities that align with your declaration to work or study in regional Australia.
Processing times for the Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (Subclass 790) can vary due to several factors, including:
Submission of an application with all required supporting documents.
Lodging an online or paper application, with online applications typically processed more efficiently.
Prompt response to requests for additional information.
Time taken for required checks and information from external agencies, especially related to health, character, and national security requirements.
Availability of slots in the migration program for permanent visa applications.
To be eligible for the Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (Subclass 790), you must meet the following criteria:
Arrived in Australia illegally, which includes entering without a valid visa or not being immigration cleared on arrival.
Ineligibility for a Permanent Protection visa (Subclass 866).
Ineligibility for a Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (Subclass 790) includes being an unauthorized maritime arrival, not being immigration cleared at Australia’s border upon your last entry, or entering without a valid visa. You must also not hold or have held certain specific visas.
You must either be a refugee or satisfy Australia’s complementary protection criteria to avoid being returned to your home country where there’s a risk of harm related to Australia’s protection obligations.
You must meet identity requirements and provide necessary documents and biometrics for identity checks.
Ensure you are not barred from lodging a SHEV application, which can be the case for certain individuals with specific immigration histories.
Meeting Australia’s security requirements is a crucial aspect of the application process, and your eligibility will be assessed accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, this visa is temporary and does not lead to permanent residency. You can explore other pathways for permanent residency if eligible.
Working or studying in regional Australia is a condition of the visa. This condition encourages visa holders to contribute to regional areas that may have specific skill shortages or need economic development.
Yes, family members can be included in your application if they meet the eligibility criteria for this visa.
If your application for the Safe Haven Enterprise Visa is refused, you should seek legal advice or explore other visa options if applicable.
You may be required to provide documents and biometrics to establish your identity. Ensure you cooperate and provide the necessary evidence as part of the application process.
Currently, there are no frequently asked questions available for the Aged Dependent Relative Visa (Subclass 114).