COVID-19 Update – Temporary Visa Holders in and Outside Australia Don't Panic!

MELBOURNE, Australia - March 26, 2020 - PRLog -- than 2 million temporary visa holders have been trapped in the mess by global travel bans and border closings, Many of them will now need apply for new visas or extensions to stay in Australia legally.

Temporary visa holders who living and working in Australia have been recognized as 'most susceptible' by migration agents in Melbourne who claim they have been swamped with "panic calls" after the Australian government closed its borders to all non-Australian citizens and non-residents.

Many People are still in Australia and their visa is going to expired soon, they don't have any choice but must apply for an immediate extension to avoid breaching any conditions.

Melbourne-based Immigration agent Mandeep Sidhu said, "temporary visa holders should not panic as the Gov announces "special provisions" for all those who cannot travel in the challenge of the restrictions during the coronavirus outbreak.

If you're a visitor currently in Australia:

"Before expires current visa You must apply for a new visa. In most cases, visa holders will be granted a bridging visa that will permit them to stay in the country legally until the department of Immigration decides on their application," said Mr. Sidhu.

If you're on a student visa in Australia and running out of visa:

"Students who have finished their courses can apply or renew for a student visa or apply for a subclass 485 visa and if there is no option, they can also apply for a visitor/tourist visa to extend their stay in the short term," said Mr. Mandeep Sidhu.

In addition, those who don't meet the study requirement or stages of stay under the regional programs for 485 subclasses (temporary graduate visas), the Department of Home Affairs states that they will "look at possible considerations on a case-by-case basis."

If you're currently outside Australia:

Those who are currently outside the country must adhere to the travel ban as they "unfortunately" could not travel to Australia until the restriction is lifted.

If you would like accurate information relevant to your situation, you should consult a registered migration agent. Visit  https://www.rapidmigration.com.au/australia-visa-running-visitors-australia-stuck-covid-19/