X4.1 Summary (26/07/1999)

1. The general policy provides for returning residents' visas of differing periods of currency:
   • first RRV (2 years)
   • second and subsequent RRV (indefinite)
   • second and subsequent RRV (12 months)
   • second and subsequent RRV (14 days).
2. Eligibility for a second and subsequent RRV of indefinite or 12-month currency depends on:
   1. the length of time the principal applicant of the original residence application has held a residence permit, and/or,
   2. in some cases, their tax residence status (see X4.15) in the 24 months preceding the application.
3. A 14-day RRV must be issued to all applicants holding a current residence permit who are not eligible for an RRV of longer currency.

Effective 26/07/1999