Other Australian Specific Needs Visas
Australia offers a variety of visas tailored to different purposes and lengths of stay, catering to specific needs and circumstances, tourists, business visitors, and relatives of Australian citizens or residents.
Each type of visitor visa comes with its own eligibility requirements and conditions.
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Below is a detailed overview of the different types of Other Australian Specific Needs Visas:
Crew Travel Authority Visa (Subclass 942)
Purpose: The Crew Travel Authority Visa is designed for air crew members traveling to Australia as part of their job duties.
Key Details:
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Eligibility: Specifically for airline crew members who are part of international flights operating in and out of Australia.
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Duration: Temporary visa; generally valid for multiple entries over a short period.
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Work Rights: Allows aircrew members to enter and work in Australia as part of their crew duties.
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Application Process: Typically managed by the airline on behalf of its crew.
Maritime Crew Visa (Subclass 988)
Purpose: The Maritime Crew Visa is intended for foreign crew members of non-military ships operating in Australian waters.
Key Details:
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Eligibility: Crew members employed on commercial, non-military vessels.
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Duration: Valid for up to three years, depending on the crew member’s employment and vessel schedule.
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Work Rights: Allows crew members to enter Australia by sea and remain as part of the ship’s crew.
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Application Process: Employers or agents usually handle the application, and the visa must be granted before arrival.
Medical Treatment Visa (Subclass 602)
Purpose: The Medical Treatment Visa is for individuals who need to travel to or stay in Australia for medical treatment, consultations, or to support someone requiring medical care.
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Eligibility: Patients seeking medical treatment, consultations, or organ donors, and those accompanying them.
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Duration: Temporary visa; the length varies based on medical needs.
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Work Rights: No work rights are granted with this visa.
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Application Process: Applicants must provide evidence of the medical treatment plan and financial means to cover treatment and stay.
Investor Retirement Visa (Subclass 405)
Purpose: The Investor Retirement Visa is for self-funded retirees who wish to live in Australia during their retirement years.
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Eligibility: Applicants must be 55 years or older, have no dependents (except a partner), and meet specific financial and health criteria.
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Duration: Temporary visa, renewable every four years.
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Financial Requirements: Requires significant financial resources, including proof of income and asset holdings.
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Work Rights: Limited work rights; up to 40 hours per fortnight.
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Application Process: Requires a state or territory government sponsorship, along with proof of finances and health insurance.
Confirmatory (Residence) Visa (Subclass 808)
Purpose: The Confirmatory (Residence) Visa is for individuals already in Australia on a temporary visa but who have been granted permanent residency on humanitarian grounds.
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Eligibility: Temporary visa holders transitioning to permanent residency based on protection or humanitarian needs.
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Duration: Permanent visa.
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Work Rights: Full work rights as a permanent resident.
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Application Process: Typically follows after an initial grant of a temporary protection or humanitarian visa, leading to permanent residency status.
Summary
Crew Travel Authority Visa (Subclass 942): For aircrew members entering Australia as part of their duties.
Maritime Crew Visa (Subclass 988): For ship crew members operating in Australian waters.
Medical Treatment Visa (Subclass 602): For those seeking medical treatment or supporting someone needing medical care in Australia.
Investor Retirement Visa (Subclass 405): For self-funded retirees looking to live in Australia during retirement.
Confirmatory (Residence) Visa (Subclass 808): For individuals transitioning from temporary to permanent residency on humanitarian grounds.
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