The impact of visa restrictions on young people who come to live in Victoria

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25 November 2011

Young people arrive in Australia on a variety of visa sub-classes. Those who live in Victoria as Temporary or Permanent Residents do not automatically have full access to welfare entitlements and other services. Depending on the visa that they hold, they may experience restricted access to Youth Allowance, to a Health Care Card and therefore concession rates, to employment assistance or to subsidised education.

As a result of these discrepancies, services are often confused and young people frustrated. Many Victorian agencies have reported a lack of clarity about the various visas and entitlements. This paper was compiled in response to their concerns. It outlines some of the visas that young people of migrant and refugee backgrounds may hold, and what entitlements and restrictions accompany such visas.

Publication typeReport
Publisher TypeNon government organisation
CoverageAustralia, Victoria
Permanent URLhttp://apo.org.au/node/27291
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