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The permanent resident (PR) visas of Mr. C’s family of three had expired for over three years, during which time they had no plans to return to Australia and maintained relatively weak ties with the country. This situation presented significant challenges for the subclass 155 Resident Return Visa (RRV) application, as the Department typically requires demonstration of substantial ties to Australia, compelling reasons for return, or meeting the two-year residency requirement within the past five years.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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We developed a meticulous application strategy for this complex situation:<\/p>

  1. In-depth Tie Documentation<\/strong>: Despite weak connections, we systematically assisted the clients in identifying and documenting all possible links to Australia, including previous employment records, property relationships, business connections, or family and social ties<\/p><\/li>

  2. Comprehensive Return Necessity Justification<\/strong>: Prepared detailed materials explaining the necessity of the family’s return to Australia and their genuine intention for long-term residence<\/p><\/li>

  3. Special Circumstances Explanation<\/strong>: Provided reasonable explanations for the prolonged absence from Australia, citing international travel restrictions during the pandemic and other special circumstances<\/p><\/li>

  4. Complete Application Integration<\/strong>: Ensured all supporting documents were comprehensive and met the Department’s latest assessment requirements<\/p><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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    After we lodged the subclass 155 Resident Return Visa application, the Department approved the application in just\u00a02 weeks. Mr. C’s family of three successfully had their\u00a0subclass 155 Resident Return Visa granted on April 30, 2023, regaining their Australian permanent residency status.<\/p>

    This case demonstrates our expertise in handling complex Resident Return Visa applications. Even when applicants’ PR visas have expired for many years and they maintain weak ties with Australia, through proper documentation preparation and compelling reasoning, successful grant of the Resident Return Visa can still be achieved.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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