subclass 444
18 January 2021
De facto for the purpose of getting a partner visa to Australia
One of the questions we are asked most often is “do I qualify as a de facto to get a partner visa to Australia?”
Firstly, you must have a sponsor who ...
30 October 2020
What does Australia’s Immigration program look like in 2021?
There is no doubt immigration plays a vital role in Australia’s economic plan in normal times. I believe it will be even more important in a post COVID-...
20 April 2020
Student visa holders and New Zealand citizens in Australia and the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis?
International students who have been in Australia for longer than 12 months who find themselves in financial hardship will be able to access their Austral...
17 July 2018
Permanent Residency and Citizenship in Australia for New Zealand Citizens
Australia and New Zealand have always had very close ties. Over many decades, thousands of New Zealanders have lived and brought up their families in Austr...
18 September 2014
Are you a New Zealand citizen interested in Australian citizenship?
If you are a New Zealand citizen in Australia on a Special Category Visa (Subclass 444), you may be able to apply for citizenship.
Have you been in Austra...
22 May 2014
Resident Return Visas – Here Is What You Need To Know
Only Australian citizens have an automatic right of entry to Australia. This means all non-citizens require a visa to gain lawful entry and status. The Res...
14 May 2014
Partner Visas for Kiwi’s Living in Australia – Here’s What You Need To Know
The New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) visa (subclass 461) is specifically designed for family members and partners of New Zealand citizen...
3 November 2013
Important information for Kiwi’s living in Australia on the Subclass 444 Special Category Visa
As a New Zealand citizen, when you enter Australia you apply for what is known as a Subclass 444 Special Category visa (unless you’ve already applied and...
