RESOURCES
IARC provides a range of free resources to help the community better understand Australian immigration law and know their rights.
Often people only need information, rather than personalised advice, to better understand their situation. Sometimes the information that you need can be found in IARC’s fact sheets without the need to book an appointment for tailored, personalised legal advice.
Part of IARC’s mission is to advocate for a fairer immigration system and we do that, not only by offering advice and information to clients who can’t afford private migration agents, but also by engaging with public policy and law reform debates.
Breakdown of Relationship – Partner Visas
An updated factsheet, reflecting changes in the family violence provisions effective from 15 October 2024, is coming soon. If you are experiencing domestic and family violence and need legal advice about your visa situation you can contact us via our enquiry form at iarc.org.au/help.
Workplace Justice Visa
This factsheet is about the Workplace Justice visa. It explains what it is, who is eligible, how to apply, where to get your workplace exploitation claim certified and where to get assistance or advice.
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Prospective Marriage Visas
This information sheet may be relevant to you if you are over the age of 18 and intend to marry an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or an eligible NZ citizen.
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Partner Visa Applications in Australia
Information about how to apply for a partner visa if you are onshore.
DownloadPolicy and law reform submissions
Preventing Migrant Worker Exploitation in Australia
25 November 2024
This report was produced for the UN Special Rapporteur on Contemporary Forms of Slavery during their visit to Sydney. It recommended substantial reforms to the immigration system, with a particular focus on the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme and the employer sponsorship of temporary visa holders.
DownloadMigration Amendment Bill 2024
22 November 2024
This Bill sought to enable the removal of non-citizens from Australia to third countries. IARC recommended that the Bill should not be passed, highlighting its risks to Australia’s international obligations and the potential harm to non-citizens and their Australian families.
DownloadAdministrative Review Tribunal (Miscellaneous Measures) Bill 2024
30 September 2024
This Bill makes amendments to various Acts of Parliament arising from the establishment of the new Administrative Review Tribunal (ART). Our submission recommended revisions to the Migration Act to ensure the new ART is fair and accessible to people seeking review of migration and protection decisions.
DownloadEnhancing Civil Protections and Remedies for Forced Marriage
23 September 2024
The Attorney-General’s Department sought stakeholder views on developing a model to enhance civil protections for victim-survivors of forced marriage. As immigration and refugee law specialists, our submission offered unique insights into the challenges people with precarious visa statuses might face in accessing these protections.
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