Australia · Citizenship & Renewals

Permanent residence travel facility

Most Australian permanent visas include a five-year travel facility. While it is valid, you can leave and re-enter Australia as many times as you like. After it ends you need a Resident Return visa to re-enter as a permanent resident.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Permanent residents planning travel or extended time overseas.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • A permanent visa with a valid travel facility
Process

How the process works

  1. Check the travel facility expiry in VEVO or ImmiAccount
  2. Plan to apply for a Resident Return visa before travelling after it expires
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Visa grant notice
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Do not travel overseas after the travel facility expires without a Resident Return visa.

Official source: Official source. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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