Applying for this visa

These pages provide information to help you understand and apply for this visa. For more detailed information, please read the Special Migration visa information booklet.
See: Booklet 8, Special Migration

Application charge

There is an application charge for this visa. This will usually not be refunded if your application is unsuccessful, or if you decide to withdraw your application after you have lodged it.
See: Fees & Charges

Other costs

In addition to the application charge you will need to pay for any required health examinations. You may also be required to pay a charge for obtaining police checks. This charge varies from country to country. When you are required to obtain your own police checks, you are personally responsible for all arrangements. There may be other costs associated with the application, such as translating documents into English.

Application checklist

The application checklists details the information and supporting documents that you must provide with your application. If you do not lodge all of the necessary documents, a decision may be made on the information that you have provided.
See: Application checklist Former Resident Visa (Subclass 151) ( 42KB PDF file)

Information to help prepare your application

More information is available on certifying and translating documents, communicating with the department, using a migration agent, authorising another person to receive information from the department, and receiving assistance with your application.
See: Information to Help Prepare Your Application

Application form

You must complete the application form and attach all necessary documentation as described in the Application checklist.
See: Form 47SV Application for special migration to Australia (566KB PDF file)

How and where to lodge your application

For this visa, you can be in or outside Australia at the time of application and at the time of grant.

You must lodge your application by post or courier marked ‘Special Migration Application’ at the Perth office.
See: Perth Office

After you lodge your application

Information about what happens after you lodge your application.
See: After You Lodge Your Application

More information

If you have read all available information for this visa and you still require assistance, you can contact the department.
See: More Information