Who needs to fill out Form 47A?
18 years or older
A separate form 47A must be completed for each member of the family unit aged 18 years or older whether migrating or not. If there is insufficient space to answer, provide details under ‘Additional information’ at the end of this form.
How do I expedite my Australian visa application?
The department does not offer an expedited service. All visa applications are assessed based on their individual merits and against set legal requirements. It is important that you submit a complete application to avoid any delays with the application.
Where can I lodge my visa application for Australia?
Your application can be lodged at the Australian High Commission in Port Louis in one of three ways:
- online (subclass 600 Visitor visas)
- online (subclass 400 Temporary Work Short Stay Activity visas):
- via courier to the Australian High Commission in Port Louis.
How can I add my spouse to my 485 visa?
A partner can apply to be added to a 485 visa by lodging a subsequent entrant application. Couples must either be married, have registered a relationship or have been cohabiting for 12 months. It is not enough to be simply engaged.
What is a family unit Australian visa?
The definition of Member of the Family Unit (MOFU) has been simplified and is now limited to only partners and dependent children of the main applicant. Other relatives can no longer be included. To meet the new definition an individual must be one of the following: Spouse or de facto partner of the main applicant; or.
How can I request priority processing?
Priority processing can be requested by: Calling the Home Affairs’ Service Centre on 131 881, or • Contacting the relevant processing offices.
How long does Australian ETA take?
How long does it take to get a Australian visa or ETA? Standard processing time for the Australian visa and ETA is 24 hours. Rushed visas can be done sooner then 24 hours and super rushed processing time takes 1 hour.
What is an ImmiAccount?
ImmiAccount is the front door to all online visa services, connecting you to MyHealth declarations, Visa Finder, Visa Entitlement Verification Online (or VEVO) or the pricing estimator. Anyone can create an ImmiAccount.
Can I apply online for Australian visa?
Those eligible for the Australia visa registration online can complete either an eVisitor Australia application or an ETA application for Australia, depending on their nationality. The Australia visa application online is fast, secure and simple, and only takes minutes to complete and submit.
How old do you have to be to complete form 47A?
A separate form 47A must be completed for each member of the family unit aged 18 years or older whether migrating or not. If there is insufficient space to answer, provide details under ‘Additional information’ at the end of this form. Please open this form using Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Is the Australian Embassy in Manila accepting cash?
Commencing 1 January 2019, the Australian Embassy in Manila is no longer able to accept cash payment for its Notarial and Passports services . Please ensure you bring a MasterCard or Visa card (including Visa Debit) or a manager’s cheque made payable to ‘Australian Embassy’ for payment.
Who is the Australian Ambassador to the Philippines?
Australia’s Ambassador for Counter-Terrorism, Paul Foley PSM, visited the Philippines on 5 to 8 August 2019 to underscore the importance placed by Australia on its security partnership with the Philippines.
When is the 75th anniversary of Australia and the Philippines?
Australia and the Philippines are celebrating the 75th Anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2021. Officially launched in Manila on Australia Day, the year will involve a range of exciting activities and initiatives. They will engage friends and partners across both countries and highlight the breadth and depth of our cooperation and engagement.