StillHoping Posted March 30, 2018 Share Posted March 30, 2018 We were granted a PR Skilled Visa which expired in June 2012, we were in Australia at this time but due to circumstances beyond our control we found ourselves back in the UK a few months later. My question is do you think we would be able to apply for a RRV as we weren't in Australia for the 2 years and it's been such a long time since our visa entry date expired, or should we just face facts that our ship has sailed, my husband and I are too old to apply again as a new application. Any thoughts would be very much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexdtaylor1975 Posted March 30, 2018 Share Posted March 30, 2018 It will depend on what the “circumstances beyond your control” were and whether you can show ties to Australia. A good migration agent will be able to assess your case and let you know whether you have a chance of a RRV. My family and I have recently got our RRVs in similar circumstances so it is possible. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StillHoping Posted March 30, 2018 Author Share Posted March 30, 2018 Thank you our original migration agent is no longer trading, do you mind me asking who you used if you did use one. Many thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VERYSTORMY Posted March 30, 2018 Share Posted March 30, 2018 It is possible, but you will need some professional help. Although you won't meet the technical rules, they do show some leniency in RRV's. But be aware, they are likely to only grant a 12 month one. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StillHoping Posted March 30, 2018 Author Share Posted March 30, 2018 Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisawright Posted March 31, 2018 Share Posted March 31, 2018 (edited) Just to be clear, if you get a 12 month one, that doesn't mean you can only stay in Australia for 12 months. It means you'll have to move to, and settle in, Australia within that 12 months. Get a good agent (e.g. GoMatilda) and good luck! Edited March 31, 2018 by Marisawright 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StillHoping Posted March 31, 2018 Author Share Posted March 31, 2018 Thank you, I think we'll definitely get in touch with an agent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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