Can I apply for RRV from overseas?

You can lodge your application while you are inside of Australia, or outside of Australia. The process should be pretty straight forward, and the Department should be able to grant the visa within days or weeks of lodgement.

How long does it take to get a resident return visa in Australia?

If you file from outside Australia the processing time will be approximately two weeks. If you are a former permanent resident, the processing times will vary between 6 to 9 months if you apply inside Australia or 9 to 12 months if you are outside Australia at the moment you file your application.

Is Australia still giving out visas?

You can still apply for a visa to visit Australia, but you may not be able to enter Australia at this time. Check the latest information about travel restrictions and safe travel zones. You need to apply for a travel exemption and give evidence to support your claims.

When should you apply for RRV?

You can apply for your RRV at any point during which you have completed 2 years of residence in Australia. You do not need to wait for your visa to expire, in fact we would prefer if you didn’t! To be clear, this visa allows you to return to Australia and provides you with additional years of travel facility.

Is RRV same as PR?

An RRV allows Australian permanent residents to travel from, and return to Australia as often as they wish within the validity of the visa, whilst maintaining their status as permanent residents.

What is the difference between 155 and 157 visa?

What Is the Difference Between Visa 155 and 157? The difference between visa 155 and 157 is that visa 157 is usually granted only for a short period of time, up to three months whereas visa 155 is granted for up to 5 years.

How do I get an Australian travel exemption?

You must hold a visa and an exemption to Australia’s travel restrictions before you travel. You can request an exemption online and must provide appropriate evidence to support your claims. Requests may be finalised without further consideration if insufficient evidence is provided.

How do I apply for RRV online?

Apply online

1. Create an account or log in to ImmiAccount.
2. Attach documents.
3. Have family applications processed together.
4. Pay the application fee.

Can a resident return to Australia on a 157 visa?

Resident Return Visa 157 157 Visa Australia (3 Months) Only Australian citizens have an automatic right of entry to Australia. If you hold a permanent Visa you have the right to remain in Australia indefinitely, however if you choose to travel outside Australia, you must ensure you have authority to return.

What is the maximum travel facility for a 157 RRV visa?

When an RRV application is lodged, applicants are assessed against both subclass 155 and 157 visas. If the requirements for subclass 155 RRV are not met, and the applicant is eligible for a subclass 157 RRV, the maximum travel facility that can be granted with a subclass 157 RRV is 3 months.

What is the Resident Return Visa (RRV)?

The Resident Return Visa (RRV) is a travel facility that allows an Australian Permanent Resident to travel in and out of Australia as many times as he/she wants until it expires. For those who are residing in Australia, you do not need to apply for RRV unless you would like to travel out of Australia.

Can a permanent resident apply for an RRV in Australia?

Australian citizens are not eligible to apply for an RRV. If you are already in Australia as a permanent visa holder, you do not need to apply for this visa unless you wish to leave and re-enter Australia as a permanent resident.