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The visa subclass 202 is the Global Special Humanitarian (offshore) Visa which is a permanent residence visa.
Successful visa applicants will be able to:
With this visa you can settle in Australia if you face considerable discrimination or human rights exploitations, and have a proposer, and stay in Australia indefinitely with your dependent family members.
Source: Department of Home Affairs, AustraliaApplicants may be able to get the visa if:
Step 1 – Arrange your documents
This type of visa application must contain strong evidences. You must provide all required documents otherwise you cannot expect visa grant.
Step 2 – Apply for the visa
Apply for this visa online (preferred method of lodgment) or by post.
Provide accurate information. See what happens if you can’t prove your identity or don’t provide true information.
Apply online
Apply online via our webform. Attach documents, including the required forms:
Apply on paper
You can post or courier your completed paper application and supporting documents to us.
Postal address
Special Humanitarian Processing Centre
Department of Home Affairs
GPO Box 9984
SYDNEY NSW 2001
Courier deliveries
Special Humanitarian Processing Centre
Department of Home Affairs
Level 3, 26 Lee Street
SYDNEY NSW 2001
Step 3 – After you apply
DHA will let you and your proposer (if you have authorized them) know when we have received your application and documents.
Health exams: DHA will let you know if you need health examinations.
Biometrics: You might be asked for biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
If you made any mistake in the application or provided any wrong answer, then complete Form 1023 Notification of incorrect answers (168KB PDF).
Step 4 – Visa outcome
There is no visa application charge for this visa unless you are proposed under the Community Support Program by an Approved Proposing Organization.
Source: Department of Home Affairs, AustraliaYou or your proposer must pay for you to travel to Australia.
Once you arrive, your proposer has responsibilities to help you settle in Australia.
The Australian Government also offers some general support services for visa holders.
You can contact the following organizations and programs for help.
International Organization for Migration
If your visa is approved, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) offers a range of travel assistance for Global Special Humanitarian (subclass 202) visa holders, including the No-Interest Loan Scheme (NILS). IOM can provide you with: