The COVID 19 Visa.

The COVID-19 visa continues to be available for visa applicants that are currently in Australia.

The reason to apply for a COVID-19 Visa

The visa allows the applicant to reside in Australia. The visa is free and allows the visa applicant to work full time in a COVID critical role.

Temporary Activity Visa (subclass 408) Visa is for Government endorsed and special events such as COVID-19. as an event that could be considered under this Visa.

Who Qualifies For The COVID-19 Visa?

While the Covid-19 visa has been launched to take care of emergencies brought about by the pandemic, not everyone qualifies for it. You must meet certain requirements for you to apply for this visa. The Covid-19 pandemic visa is available to:

• If the visa applicant is in in Australia
• Applicants who have 90 days or less remaining on their current visa or their temporary visa has expired less than 28 days ago
• Applicants who have evidence from their employer that they have ongoing work in a critical sector and that an Australian citizen or a permanent resident can’t fill the position

If you meet any of these requirements, you could benefit from the Covid-19 pandemic visa.

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When to apply for the Covid-19 pandemic visa?

You may only apply for the Covid-19 pandemic visa if your current visa is to expire within 90 days.

Can I apply for the COVID-19 Pandemic event visa if I am not working in a critical sector?

Yes, you could be able to apply for the COVID-19 Visa is you are not working in a critical sector.

Does the COVID-19 visa have full work rights? 

Yes you will have work rights when you are granted the COVID-19 visa. Certain visas that are granted may have specific work conditions.

How long is the COIVD-19 visa valid for? 

The COVID-19 visa is generally granted for 12 months.

Can I apply for another substantive visa after I am granted the COVID-19 visa.

Yes you can apply for another visa prior to the covid visa expiring. Many visa applicants will use the COVID-19 visa to remain in Australia while they are preparing their permanent residency application.

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