Studying in Australia
I have lived in Australia almost all my life, over 25 years now. I am a New Zealand citizen and have no details of my coming to Australia. I have recently managed to get my New Zealand passport and now have my drivers licence. I am on Centrelink Carer payments. I am looking into trying to do study here in Australia, but I keep seeing that I need a special visa. I have no idea if I even have one and no way of finding out from my family. How do I go about finding out my visa, if I have one? What would happen if I dont? To be honest Im a little worried. My family rely on my a lot. My partner is Australian citizen and our son is too, not sure if it makes much difference. Any help or advice on this would be greatly appreciated.
It looks like you arrived in Australia in 1992 as a NZ citizen. If this is correct you are classed as an "exempt" permanent resident of Australia. You are eligible to apply for a Resident Return Visa, cost $360.00. This is a permanent visa which you must hold for 1 year before becoming eligible to apply for Australian Citizenship. Cost is $360.00. I think these 2 options would be the cheapest and best way for you.