Genuine Temporary Entrant rule

Sponsored Work Visas – The Genuine Temporary Entrant Rule

The Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) Rule is now a mandatory part of every application for a TSS visa in the short term stream.

You must convince Immigration that you are only seeking a short-term temporary stay.

A strong case with supporting evidence is strongly recommended. It should be lodged with the application. Immigration is not obliged to give applicants a chance to explain themselves further. A failure to convince Immigration you meet the GTE rule can result in visa refusal without warning.

Immigration considers many factors, including:

• Visa history – How many visas have you held? Have you been in Australia too long as a temporary resident already? Have you ever been refused a visa?
• External factors – Would Immigration believe you have any possible motive to not return to your home country at the end of this visa?
• Personal circumstances – Do you have a tenancy agreement in your name? Are you in a relationship with an Australian? Does your career/study history suggest a motive to stay longer in Australia?
• Data conflicts that they consider to be suspicious – What did you write on your previous visa applications?

Be prepared.