Leaving Australia without an RRV
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Leaving Australia without an RRV
I've an elderly relative who's not doing too well back in the UK. It may be a matter of days unfortunately.
My PR expired earlier this year I'll need an RRV if I need to make a trip back of the worst happens. My question is do I need the visa before I leave Australia or can I leave and come back once it's granted. Had a quick look on border.gov and it says most applications are granted in 6 days.
My PR expired earlier this year I'll need an RRV if I need to make a trip back of the worst happens. My question is do I need the visa before I leave Australia or can I leave and come back once it's granted. Had a quick look on border.gov and it says most applications are granted in 6 days.
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Re: Leaving Australia without an RRV
I've an elderly relative who's not doing too well back in the UK. It may be a matter of days unfortunately.
My PR expired earlier this year I'll need an RRV if I need to make a trip back of the worst happens. My question is do I need the visa before I leave Australia or can I leave and come back once it's granted. Had a quick look on border.gov and it says most applications are granted in 6 days.
My PR expired earlier this year I'll need an RRV if I need to make a trip back of the worst happens. My question is do I need the visa before I leave Australia or can I leave and come back once it's granted. Had a quick look on border.gov and it says most applications are granted in 6 days.
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Re: Leaving Australia without an RRV
I believe you can also apply on-line, $300 or $400.
I would do it today.
Most are granted in less than 6 days.
I would do it today.
Most are granted in less than 6 days.
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Re: Leaving Australia without an RRV
Thats the usual way to do it now, however I think the OP was wondering whether they have to be onshore or offshore - can make a difference even to an online application. In this case though it doesn't matter.
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Re: Leaving Australia without an RRV
Better to apply now onshore. Consider Australian citizenship on your return (cheaper than a RRV).
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Re: Leaving Australia without an RRV
Hi, it would be really helpful if you could share your experience. Were you able to apply for an RRV while onshore, and then return with the grant without any hassles? Please let me know as I am facing a similar situation with my flight scheduled tomorrow and not having a grant in hand.
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Re: Leaving Australia without an RRV
Hi, it would be really helpful if you could share your experience. Were you able to apply for an RRV while onshore, and then return with the grant without any hassles? Please let me know as I am facing a similar situation with my flight scheduled tomorrow and not having a grant in hand.
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Re: Leaving Australia without an RRV
Is the RRV a formality or are they picky about any particular details?
We're considering a move back to the Gold Coast but with my wife's PR expiring in a couple of months we feel like we're dealing with a countdown timer over our heads.
Would a RRV be relatively easy to secure, allowing us some breathing space to plan things out?
We're considering a move back to the Gold Coast but with my wife's PR expiring in a couple of months we feel like we're dealing with a countdown timer over our heads.
Would a RRV be relatively easy to secure, allowing us some breathing space to plan things out?
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Re: Leaving Australia without an RRV
Is the RRV a formality or are they picky about any particular details?
We're considering a move back to the Gold Coast but with my wife's PR expiring in a couple of months we feel like we're dealing with a countdown timer over our heads.
Would a RRV be relatively easy to secure, allowing us some breathing space to plan things out?
We're considering a move back to the Gold Coast but with my wife's PR expiring in a couple of months we feel like we're dealing with a countdown timer over our heads.
Would a RRV be relatively easy to secure, allowing us some breathing space to plan things out?
Don't put it off.
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Re: Leaving Australia without an RRV
If the 157 is the only option then is it going to look bad if it is applied for like 2-3 years after leaving Australia?
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Re: Leaving Australia without an RRV
With an Aussie spouse, a one year RRV should be easy enough to secure.