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Subclass 200
Refugee visa
A permanent humanitarian visa for refugees outside their home country, usually referred by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
PermanentApply: Outside Australia
Who this visa is for
People outside their home country who are subject to persecution there and are in need of resettlement.
- Visa type
- Permanent
- Where you apply
- Outside Australia
- Length of stay
- Permanently
- Work
- Full work and study rights
Key requirements
- You are outside your home country and subject to persecution there
- Usually a referral from UNHCR
- Health and character requirements
- Australia's humanitarian program places are limited
What this visa lets you do
- Live, work and study in Australia permanently
- Settlement support on arrival
General information only, current at November 2026. Visa criteria, fees and processing change often, including each 1 July. Book a consultation for advice on your situation.
Thinking about the 200?
Book a consultation and we'll check whether you meet every criterion before you apply.