EXPLANATORY STATEMENT
Migration Regulations 1994
PAYMENT OF VISA APPLICATION CHARGES AND FEES IN FOREIGN CURRENCIES 2015
(Paragraph 5.36(1A)(a))
- This Instrument is made under paragraph 5.36(1A)(a) of the Migration Regulations 1994 (the Regulations)
2. The Instrument revokes IMMI 14/101 (F2014L01411) signed on 17 October 2014.
3. The purpose of the Instrument is to specify the exchange rate to be used when calculating payments in specific foreign currencies for the purposes of paying a visa application charge and other fees.
4. The Instrument operates to specify the exchange rates in relation to the Australian dollar, to be applied against each specified foreign currency when calculating the payment of a visa application charge and other fees.
5. Consultation was not necessary as, under section 18(1) of the Legislative Instruments Act 2003, 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 17737).
7. 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.
8. The Instrument, IMMI 15/001, commences on 1 January 2015.