Domestic and Family Violence, and Your Visa

DOMESTIC AND FAMILY VIOLENCE, And Your Visa (homeaffairs.gov.au)

The Australian Government has zero tolerance for domestic and family violence against anyone and this includes permanent or temporary visa holders. If you have a temporary partner visa you may be considered for the ‘family violence provisions’ under migration legislation if you have experienced domestic and family violence and you are no longer in a relationship with your sponsor. If you have a temporary partner visa and have children in your relationship you may be also be eligible for a permanent visa.

The Domestic and Family Violence Support Section is a specialist team within the Department of Home Affairs and assists those impacted by domestic and family violence regardless of their visa status. The team can assist you to resolve your immigration matters under the migration law framework and refer you to relevant services including legal, migration and financial support if required. Your privacy and confidentiality will be respected at all times.

Please contact the specialised team to discuss your situation using the Temporary Visa Holder Domestic and Family Violence Contact Form on the Department of Home Affairs website or email dfvs.temp. visa@homeaffairs.gov.au and a dedicated officer will respond to you directly.