The Resolution of Status (RoS) 851 visa subclass is designed for the permanent resolution of status for individuals on certain visas, including the Temporary Protection visa (TPV) and Safe Haven Enterprise visa (SHEV), who arrived in Australia before 14 February 2023. This visa provides permanent residency to eligible visa holders to allow them to move forward with their lives and stay in Australia indefinitely.
The subclass 851 visa is a permanent protection visa, this means that eligible holders have all the benefits of an Australian Permanent Resident. This visa permits holders to live, work, and study in Australia, subject to their specific circumstances.
As a permanent visa, the subclass 851 offers significant protections, including access to social services and healthcare. Holders of this visa may, if eligible, apply to become an Australian citizen, and sponsor eligible family members for permanent residency through the family visa stream.