·        For people who entered Australia legally on a visa but later are unable or unwilling to return to their country of origin owing to a well-founded fear of being persecuted.

·        The applicant is a refugee or meets the complementary protection criteria.

·        The applicant has evidence to prove his identity and is not related to any terror or criminal activity.

·        Further, applicants are not barred from lodging a permanent visa application. (Seek our professional advice for proper document and evidence preparation)

·        The applicant must not have held or hold any of the visas listed below:

•      Temporary Protection visa (subclass 785)

•      Temporary Safe Haven visa (subclass 449)

•      Temporary (Humanitarian Concern) visa (subclass 786), or

•      Safe-Haven Enterprise visa (subclass 790)

·        Must meet health, character and security requirements.