How to Prepare for the Pacific Engagement Visa (Subclass 192) with New Requirements
For the Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) (Subclass 192), there have been some significant amendments in the visa requirements. The PEV (Subclass 192) allows Pacific Island and Timor-Leste nationals a pathway to permanent resident (PR) to live and work in Australia.
When will the Changes Be in Effect For Pacific Engagement Visa (Subclass 192)?
The new instrument will take effect on 1 May 2025 onwards. It will apply to all Subclass 192 visa applications made on or after this date. However, the amendments will not apply to applications where the pre-application process was conducted prior to 1 May 2025.
What are the Common Primary Criteria for the PEV (Subclass 192)?
Applicants must demonstrate substantial compliance with any conditions that apply to their last substantive visa, as well as any subsequent bridging visas they may have held.
Applicants must meet the established public interest criteria (PIC), common ones are like PIC 4001 and PIC 4020, which encompasses assessments of character and national security.
Applicants who wish to apply for the Pacific Engagement stream must comply with the standard public interest criteria (PIC 4007). Secondary applicants are also required to meet the health requirement. This requirement also applies to the Treaty stream. If you or your member of family unit (MoFU) does not meet the health requirement, there may be an opportunity to apply for a waiver.
What is the Family Violence Provision for Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) (Subclass 192)?
The Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) (SC 192) has included the family violence provision to protect applicants who are experiencing family/domestic violence. This is so that secondary applicants or MoFU who have experienced family violence can leave the relationship, and their visa pathway will not be impacted.
How Can Agape Henry Crux Help
The PEV (Subclass 192) is a great pathway to permanent residency (PR) to live and work in Australia. Speak with an immigration lawyer at Agape Henry Crux if you have any concerns. Our team of immigration lawyers and migration agents works together with our Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyers, who specialise in handling highly complex matters. You can book a consultation with one of our lawyers or agents to seek professional advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or email us at info@ahclawyers.com.
We speak fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese. If this isn’t your language, we can also help you arrange an interpreter.
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