Protection visa (866)
In Australia; fear persecution; meet refugee or complementary protection criteria; health & character.
Usually, no VAC or lower cost, $50 only in many cases. Check Home Affairs. Immigration and citizenship Website
Temporary Protection visa (785)
Unauthorised arrival; cannot return home safely; meet protection criteria; health & character.
VAC may be lower or waived. Check Home Affairs. Immigration and citizenship Website
Safe Haven Enterprise visa (790)
Safe Haven Enterprise visa (790) Unauthorised arrival; willing to live, work or study in designated regional area; meet protection criteria.
VAC as per temporary protection/refugee stream. Immigration and citizenship Website
Refugee visas (200, 201, 203, 204)
Outside Australia; referred by UNHCR; meet refugee criteria; health & character.
Fees generally set by referral program; often no VAC for applicants. Immigration and citizenship Website