RV2.20 Declining applications for permanent resident visas (29/11/2010)

If a permanent resident visa application is declined, the applicant may be assessed under the instructions for a variation of travel conditions (RV3) or a second or subsequent resident visa (RV4). If the applicant is eligible for a variation of travel conditions or a second or subsequent resident visa, an immigration officer may grant the appropriate variation of travel conditions or second or subsequent resident visa in place of a permanent resident visa with the applicant’s permission.

Effective 29/11/2010