Legal information

An overview of the current legal situation for people seeking asylum
Refugee and law definitions
TPVs and SHEVs
People who arrived in Australia via Ashmore Reef
Conversions
Ukrainians seeking protection in Australia

Current options for those trying to leave Gaza/the Occupied Palestinian Territories/Israel

How to create an Immiaccount
How to apply for an Immicard
How to apply for workrights
How to get Medicare
How to seek permission to go overseas

How to lodge a protection visa application
How to write your statement
What to expect at your DOHA interview

AAT review
Refused by the Department (Fast Track)

Negative AAT or IAA decision - your options
Ministerial intervention - plane arrivals s417
Ministerial intervention - s48
Judicial review
Voluntary return

Detention - your rights
Ministerial intervention from detention

Family reunion visas overview
Partner visa
Child visa
Offshore humanitarian visas
Family reunion options for RoS visa holders
How to write your statement - OHV

How to apply for Australian citizenship
Citizenship application process for stateless children

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