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What happens if someone is in Australia and their visa runs out?

Expired Visa

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Unlawful non-citizens are liable to be detained and removed from the country. What do you do if you find yourself with an expired visa in Australia?


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By Chiara Pazzano

Presented by Mariana Watson

Source: SBS



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Unlawful non-citizens are liable to be detained and removed from the country. What do you do if you find yourself with an expired visa in Australia?



  • Widespread myth is that upon expiry of your visa, you have 28 days to leave Australia
  • The laws regarding visas are outlined in the Migration Act 1958 and the Migration Regulations 1994
  • If someone finds their visa has expired, a departure can be organised with the Department of Home Affairs by requesting a Bridging Visa E

 


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