EXPLANATORY STATEMENT

Migration Regulations 1994

CLASS OF PERSONS

(Subparagraph 1236(2)(a)(iv))

1. This Instrument is made under subparagraph 1236(2)(a)(iv) of the Migration Regulations 1994 (‘the Regulations’).

2.                  Subparagraph 1236(2)(a)(iv) of the Regulations provides that for an applicant, in a class of persons specified by the Minister in an instrument in writing, a nil visa application charge (VAC) will apply.

3.                  The purpose of the Instrument is to specify a class of persons that are prescribed a nil VAC when applying for a Subclass 600 (Business stream) visa.

4.                  The Instrument operates to specify as a class of persons, delegates entering Australia who are attending or participating in the General Assembly and Council of Delegates Meetings of the Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement to be held in Sydney from 9 November 2013 to 19 November 2013.

5. Pursuant to section 18 of the Legislative Instruments Act 2003 consultation was not necessary. The Instrument is of a minor or machinery nature and does not substantially alter existing arrangements.

6. The Office of Best Practice Regulation has advised that a Regulatory Impact Statement is not required (OBPR Reference 15111).

7. Under section 44 of the Legislative Instruments Act 2003 the Instrument is exempt from disallowance and therefore a Human Rights Statement of Compatibility is not required.

8. The instrument commences on 5 July 2013 and ceases on 1 December 2013.