Travel exemptions to Australia

Australia’s borders are currently closed, and entry to Australia remains strictly controlled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, unless you are an Australian or permanent resident, or someone that falls into the special exempt categories, you must apply for an exemption to travel into Australia.

Individual exemptions may be granted if any of the following apply:

• travelling for compassionate and compelling reasons
• a foreign national travelling at the invitation of the Australian Government or a state or territory government authority for the purpose of assisting in the COVID-19 response
• a foreign national whose entry into Australia would be in the national interest, supported by the Australian Government or a state or territory government authority
• a foreign national with critical skills or working in a critical sector in Australia
• a Prospective Marriage (subclass 300) visa holder in the following circumstances:
• where the subclass 300 visa has been granted; and
• The subclass 300 visa application was lodged at least 12 months before submitting a travel exemption request.
• any other relevant categories as provided by the regulations

You need to apply for an exemption at least two weeks, but no more than two months, before your planned travel. If you are not granted an exemption, you should discontinue your travel plans, as you will not be permitted to board a flight to Australia.

If you are someone or know someone who wants to travel to Australia, HandO Lawyers are here to help. We have migration experts and lawyers ready to offer both in-person and online services in both English and Chinese with over 2000 visas successfully lodged.

We will maximise your chance of coming to Australia by finding the most suitable category for you to apply under.

Simply book an online consultation with us via this link:

• https://straits-lawyers.square.site/product/online-consultation-/11?cs=true OR
• email us at info@holawyers.com OR
• call at +61 (0) 8 8410 9069 to arrange an appointment.

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Please note that this article does not constitute legal advice, and Straits Lawyers will not be legally responsible for any actions you take based on this article.