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Resident Return Visa

Resident Return Visas

A Resident Return Visa (RRV) allows permanent residents and former citizens of Australia to re-enter the country as residents. It ensures that individuals who have been granted permanent residency maintain their status and rights to live in Australia even if they have spent extended periods outside the country. It has a number of subclass options, depending on the visa holderโ€™s situation.ย  Seeking the assistance of a Registered Migration Agent will ensure the correct subclass is applied for, depending on the eligibility status of the applicant.ย ย 

Resident Return Visa

Resident Return Visas

A Resident Return Visa (RRV) allows permanent residents and former citizens of Australia to re-enter the country as residents. It ensures that individuals who have been granted permanent residency maintain their status and rights to live in Australia even if they have spent extended periods outside the country. It has a number of subclass options, depending on the visa holderโ€™s situation.ย  Seeking the assistance of a Registered Migration Agent will ensure the correct subclass is applied for, depending on the eligibility status of the applicant.ย ย 

Types of Australian Resident Return Visa Subclass Optionsย 

The following Resident Return Visa Subclass options are available:

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Resident Return Visa – Subclass 155

The Resident Return Visa (Subclass 155) is designed for current or former Australian permanent residents who wish to travel internationally and maintain their status as a permanent resident. This visa allows individuals to re-enter Australia as a permanent resident after their initial five-year visa has expired or is about to expire.

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Resident Return Visa – Subclass 157

The Resident Return Visa (Subclass 157) is designed for former Australian permanent residents who have lost or have had their permanent residency status expire. This visa allows individuals to regain their permanent residency status and return to Australia.

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Former Resident Visa – Subclass 151

The Former Resident Visa (Subclass 151) is a visa option for individuals who were once Australian permanent residents and want to return to Australia as permanent residents. This visa is designed for individuals who have spent a significant period of their lives in Australia but have since lost their permanent resident status.

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Provisional Resident Return Visa – Subclass 159

The Provisional Resident Return Visa (Subclass 159) is a temporary visa option for former Australian permanent residents who wish to return to Australia but do not meet the residency requirements for a permanent Resident Return Visa.

Apply for a Resident Return Visas

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Step 1

Once you reach out to Absolute Immigration, we set up a discovery call to understand what your needs are and what Visa best suits you.

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Step 2

From there, we will send you a Strategy proposal outlining the steps we will take to assist you in getting a Visa for you to sign off on.

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Step 3

Now our team leaps into action, following immigration pathways, taking care of the paperwork and helping you through the entire application process.

Take the first step and schedule a call

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Call us

You can get in touch with the team on our support lines: 1300 227 658 or +61 (03) 9827 3721. Alternatively, you can book a free 10 minute consultation through our Acuity Portal.

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Email us

You can get in touch with the team through our support email: aisupport@absoluteimmigration.com

Resident Return Visa Frequently Asked Questions

You need to apply for a Resident Return Visa when your current Australian permanent residency visa is expiring or has expired, and you want to maintain your status as a permanent resident.

It costs $405 to apply for a Resident Return visa online or $485 through postage.

To apply for a Resident Return Visa, it is recommended to seek guidance from a Registered Migration Agent.ย  Contact us to connect with our experienced team.

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