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.
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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 is RRV valid for?
5 years
RRVs are usually issued with a validity of 5 years or 3 months. 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.
When should I apply for RRV Australia?
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.
How long does it take to renew RRV?
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.
What documents are required for RRV Australia?
on a parent’s passport. Payment of the Australian Government Visa Application Charge. current Resident Return visa (RRV). Copy of the family member’s passport photo page and valid RRV • Proof of relationship.
How much does RRV cost?
How much does it cost? In most cases, if you apply online the government filing fee for this visa is $360 and if you post your application by mail it is $80.
Can I apply RRV before expiry?
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How long does an Australian Resident Return visa last?
Resident Return visas (subclass 155) are usually valid for 5 years if you meet the two year residence requirements or hold substantial business, cultural, employment or personal ties to Australia.