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Protection Visa · Subclass 866
Protection Visa
Subclass 866
Protection visa matters can involve serious migration and legal issues. Australian immigration assistance through Study Point Global is provided by Aftab Ali Khan, Registered Migration Agent – MARN 2619317.
MARN 2619317
Subclass 866
What Is the Protection Visa?
General information only · individual eligibility varies
Subclass 866 is an onshore protection visa. Whether a person can make a valid application and whether Australia owes protection obligations depend on the statutory criteria and the person’s circumstances. This page does not determine eligibility and should not be used as a substitute for individual advice.
General Features
- Permanent residence if the visa is granted
- Rights and services depend on the visa and normal eligibility rules
- Work and study rights may apply if the visa is granted
- Travel and re-entry can involve specific restrictions and should be checked before travel
General Requirements
- Meet the location, immigration-clearance and application criteria that apply to subclass 866
- Meet the statutory protection criteria, including refugee or complementary protection criteria where relevant
- Provide truthful, detailed and relevant information and evidence supporting the claims made
- Meet security, character, health and other applicable requirements
- Not be barred from making a valid application under any applicable statutory provision
Protection claims should be truthful and supported where possible. False or misleading information can have serious immigration and legal consequences. If court proceedings or legal representation are involved, independent advice from an Australian legal practitioner may be required.
How We Assist
Registered migration agent assistance within the agreed scope
A registered migration agent can provide Australian immigration assistance in relation to a protection visa matter. However, obtaining an RMA assessment is not a legal prerequisite to lodging an application if a person is otherwise legally entitled to apply.
- Explain the migration requirements and procedural steps within the scope of registered migration agent services
- Review the information and evidence relevant to the protection claims
- Assist with personal statement and evidence preparation where engaged
- Assist with departmental communications and migration procedures where within scope
- Explain other migration options that may be relevant to the circumstances
- Recommend independent Australian legal advice where legal representation or court-related advice is required
General information only. Protection visa eligibility and valid-application rules depend on current law and individual circumstances.
Last reviewed: September 2026 · Reviewed by Aftab Ali Khan – MARN 2619317.
Official source: Department of Home Affairs – seeking protection in Australia.
Need Migration Assistance With a Protection Matter?
Book a migration consultation to discuss the migration issues and procedural requirements relevant to your circumstances. No outcome is guaranteed.