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Migration Regulations 1994 (Cth), Schedule 8 Condition 8523 Australia Compilation: 2026-03-11 Verified: 2026-05-23
Schedule 8, condition 8523 — No application for another substantive visa
The holder must not apply for a substantive visa, other than a protection visa, while in Australia.
Source: Schedule 8 to the Migration Regulations 1994. See legislation.gov.au for the authoritative current text.
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