Form 1221 (Additional Personal Particulars) is a supplementary form issued by the Department of Home Affairs to collect additional personal history and background information beyond what is captured in Form 80. It is typically requested where the Department identifies a need for additional information in connection with character assessment, national security, or identity verification.

Form 1221 is not required for all applicants. It is used selectively — either as a required component for specific visa subclasses, or where a case officer requests it during processing.

Form 1221 is prescribed under the Migration Regulations 1994. Its use is authorised under the general power of the Department to request information and documents relevant to a visa application. Failure to provide Form 1221 when requested may result in the application being refused for non-compliance or treated as invalid.

Form 1221 collects information supplementary to Form 80, including:

• Detailed information about any criminal proceedings, charges, or investigations (including matters not resulting in conviction)
• Information about involvement with intelligence, security, or law enforcement agencies of any country
• Details of any involvement with organisations that have engaged in, planned, or supported terrorist activity, crimes against humanity, or war crimes
• Detailed travel history beyond the Form 80 period or for specific countries of concern
• Information about family members of security or character concern

Form 1221 disclosures are used alongside Form 80 and Police Clearance Certificates to build a complete character and security profile for the applicant. Disclosures trigger ASIO referrals and national security checks in appropriate cases.

As with Form 80, providing false or misleading information on Form 1221 constitutes a breach of PIC 4020 (misrepresentation) and may result in a 3-year bar on visa applications (or 10-year bar for intentional misrepresentation by an adult). The Department takes misrepresentation on security-related forms particularly seriously.

Form 1221 is sometimes requested mid-application by a case officer who identifies specific concerns during assessment — applicants should monitor their ImmiAccount for any requests and respond promptly. Failure to respond within the specified timeframe can result in a decision being made on the available information, which may be adverse.

Form 1221 is distinct from Form 80 in that it targets supplementary security and character information rather than the general personal history collected in Form 80. In practice, both forms are often required together for visa subclasses with heightened character requirements.