A Resident Return Visa (RRV) in Australia is a travel facility that allows permanent residents of Australia and former Australian citizens to re-enter the country after traveling abroad. It’s essentially a travel visa that ensures the continuing validity of a person’s permanent residency status in Australia. There are two types of Resident Return Visas:
1. Subclass 155 Resident Return Visa:
This is the standard RRV for permanent residents of Australia who wish to travel abroad and return to Australia as permanent residents. It allows a travel period of up to 5 years.
2. Subclass 157 Resident Return Visa:
This is a short-term RRV for former permanent residents and former Australian citizens who do not meet the requirements for a longer RRV. It allows a travel period of up to 3 months.
Eligibility for a Resident Return Visa:
The eligibility criteria for obtaining an RRV can vary based on your specific circumstances:(MLTSSL).
Permanent Residency:
To be eligible for an RRV, you must be a current permanent resident of Australia. If your permanent residency has expired or is about to expire, you may need to demonstrate that you have substantial ties to Australia.
Time Spent in Australia:
In most cases, permanent residents are required to have spent a specific amount of time in Australia during the past 5 years to be eligible for a 5-year RRV. Typically, you should have spent at least 2 years in the last 5 years as a permanent resident.
Substantial Ties to Australia:
If you do not meet the residency requirement, you may still be eligible for an RRV if you can demonstrate substantial ties to Australia. This can include family, employment, business, or cultural ties.
Australian Citizenship:
Former Australian citizens who have renounced their citizenship may be eligible for the 3-month Subclass 157 RRV.
