Applying for this visa
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These web pages provide summary information to help you understand and apply for this visa. If you require more detailed information, please read the visa information form.
See: Information Form 968i Return documents for Australian Citizens and permanent residents (55KB PDF file)
Application charge
You must pay the correct visa application charge when you lodge your visa application. 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: Charges (Fees)
Application checklist
The application checklists details the information and supporting documents that you must provide with your application. If you do not provide all of the necessary documents, a decision may be made on the information that you have provided.
See: Application Checklist Five Year Resident Return Visa (Subclass 155) (35KB PDF file)
Application information
This information helps you with the requirements for certifying and translating documents, communicating with the department, using a migration agent, and more.
See: Information for your Application
Applying for this visa
In Australia
If you are in Australia you can apply online, by mail or in person.
Note: You are not able to apply online if you are a former Australian permanent resident or former Australian citizen.
See:
Online Applications
Applications by Mail or in Person
Outside Australia
If you are outside Australia you can only apply by mail or in person.
See: Applications by Mail or in Person
More information
If you have read all of the available information for this visa and you still require assistance, you can contact the department.
See: More Information