Form 681 Refugee and Special Humanitarian Proposal - Australia

Form 681 - Refugee and Special Humanitarian Proposal is a document used in Australia for proposing a person for resettlement on the grounds of their current refugee or humanitarian status. This form can be lodged by someone who is concerned about a person or family in another country and believes they should be considered for resettlement in Australia under the Refugee and Humanitarian Programme. This form plays a significant role in Australia's commitment to protecting and providing support for refugees and others in humanitarian need.

The Form 681 Refugee and Special Humanitarian Proposal is filed in Australia by individuals who are proposing an overseas relative or another person who is a refugee or subject to substantial discrimination amounting to a gross violation of human rights in their home country. This particular form is usually filed by an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen who already lives in Australia.

FAQ

Q: What is Form 681 in Australia?
A: Form 681 is an immigration document used in Australia. It is specifically intended for individuals who are proposing the resettlement of refugees and special humanitarian entrants.

Q: Who can fill out Form 681 in Australia?
A: Form 681 can be filled by an individual who is a resident or citizen of Australia and wants to propose the resettlement of a refugee or a special humanitarian entrant into the country.

Q: What is the purpose of Form 681?
A: The purpose of Form 681 is to evaluate a candidate's eligibility for resettlement on humanitarian grounds in Australia. It enables the Australian government to assess whether an individual or family overseas faces discrimination or human rights abuses in their home country.

Q: What is a special humanitarian entrant?
A: A special humanitarian entrant is a person who, while overseas, is subject to gross violation of human rights in their home country, and for whom resettlement in another country is the only possible option for their immediate protection.

Q: Can I use Form 681 for family members?
A: Yes, you can use Form 681 to propose immediate family members who are considered 'split families'. Split families are where the primary person i.e. the proposer is settled in Australia as a refugee or special humanitarian entrant, and their immediate family members are overseas.

Q: What happens after I submit Form 681?
A: After submitting Form 681, it will be reviewed by the Department of Home Affairs (Australia). If the application is approved, the person proposed may be granted a Refugee and Humanitarian (Class XB) visa.