Resident Return Visa (subclass 155) – absence of more than 5 years

Even if you have been absent from Australia (as a permanent resident) for more than 5 years, you may still be eligible for a Resident Return subclass 155 visa if you can show you have ‘substantial ties’ with Australia and there were compelling reasons for your absence.

For example, ‘substantial ties’ can include:

·         Substantial ties which are of benefit to Australia;

·         Substantial business ties of benefit to Australia;

·         Substantial cultural ties of benefit to Australia;

·         Substantial employment ties of benefit to Australia;

·         Substantial personal ties of benefit to Australia.

Please contact Ryan Curtis-Griffiths, Director, Nevett Ford Lawyers Melbourne by email: rcurtisgriffiths@nevettford.com.auor by telephone: +61 3 9614 7111 if you require any advice or assistance.