Subclass 444
Special Category Visa
Current / Active Framework
A visa framework relevant to eligible New Zealand citizens entering and staying in Australia.
Other Visas
Special, Crew, Return & Medical Visas
Explore selected Australian visa and travel-authority pathways for New Zealand citizens, airline and maritime crew, former residents, medical treatment and resident return matters.
Specialised Visa Categories
Visa pathways outside the main skilled, family and visitor categories
Some Australian visa matters involve specialised travel, residence or status requirements rather than the more common skilled, family or visitor pathways.
The correct option depends on factors such as citizenship, previous Australian residence, crew duties, medical treatment needs and current permanent resident status.
Subclass 405 is a repealed legacy visa and should not be presented as a current new-application pathway. Existing historical matters may still require advice.
New Zealand citizensSubclass 444 is relevant to eligible New Zealand citizens entering and staying in Australia.
Crew pathwaysSeparate arrangements apply to eligible airline and maritime crew.
Return to AustraliaFormer resident and Resident Return visas address different return and travel-facility circumstances.
Medical & legacy mattersMedical Treatment and historical retirement visa issues have specialised criteria.
Visa Directory
Other Visas
Use the official Department of Home Affairs links below for current eligibility, conditions and application information.
Subclass 942
Crew Travel Authority Visa
Current / Active Framework
An electronic travel authority for eligible international airline crew and certain aircraft safety inspectors.
Subclass 151
Former Resident Visa
Current / Active Framework
A permanent visa pathway for certain former Australian permanent residents or former Australian citizens who meet the criteria.
Subclass 988
Maritime Crew Visa
Current / Active Framework
A temporary visa for eligible foreign maritime crew travelling to or working on eligible ships in Australia.
Subclass 602
Medical Treatment Visa
Current / Active Framework
A temporary visa for eligible people travelling to Australia for medical treatment, consultation or related purposes.
Subclass 155 / 157
Resident Return Visa
Current / Active Framework
For eligible Australian permanent residents or former permanent residents who need a travel facility to return to Australia.
Subclass 405
Investor Retirement Visa
Repealed / Legacy
A repealed temporary retirement visa for certain self-funded retirees; relevant only to legacy matters.
Getting Started
How an other-visa matter may be reviewed
1
Identify the visa category
Confirm whether the matter concerns crew travel, return status, medical treatment, New Zealand citizenship or another specialised pathway.
2
Review visa history
Check citizenship, previous Australian residence, current visa status and travel history where relevant.
3
Prepare evidence
Gather identity, residence, employment, medical, crew or other pathway-specific supporting documents.
4
Application or authority
Complete the relevant visa, registration or travel-authority process according to current Home Affairs rules.
Important information about specialised visas
Eligibility requirements, travel facilities, visa conditions, crew arrangements, permanent resident return rights, and application processes can change. This page provides general information only and does not guarantee eligibility or a visa outcome. Always check the current Department of Home Affairs requirements before applying or travelling.
Need help with a specialised visa matter?
Arrange a consultation to discuss your visa history, travel purpose, residence status or other circumstances and the pathway that may be relevant.