EXPLANATORY STATEMENT

Migration Regulations 1994

CLASS OF PERSONS

(Subparagraphs 1236(1)(a)(ii), 1236(1)(b)(ii) and 1236(1)(c)(ii))

1. This Instrument is made subparagraphs 1236(1)(a)(ii), 1236(1)(b)(ii) and 1236(1)(c)(ii) of the Migration Regulations 1994 (the Regulations).

2.                  The purpose of the Instrument is to specify certain passport holders who are eligible to apply for a Subclass 600 (Visitor) visa using the online 1419 (Internet) form.

3.                  The Instrument operates by specifying a class of person who are eligible to make an application for a Subclass 600 visa via the Internet using form 1419 (Internet).  This class of person is defined as holders of specified passports and who make their application through the services of an agent who is party to an agreement with the Department of Immigration and Border Protection to use an Internet facility for offshore visitor visa applications.

4. Pursuant to subsection 18(1) 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.

5. The Office of Best Practice Regulation has advised that a Regulatory Impact Statement /is not required (OBPR Reference 16837 and 16861).

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

7. The Instrument commences on 23 November 2014.