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Portal for Complex Immigration Services
Olympus Migration provides urgent support to individuals who are experiencing complex or stressful immigration challenges. We have extensive experience assisting clients with the following:
Status Resolution for Unlawful Non-Citizens (Bridging Visa E – BVE).
No Further Stay Condition Waivers (NFS).
Submissions in Response to Visa Cancellation Intentions (NOICC).
Family Violence Provisions for Partner Visas (FVP).
Sponsorship Limitation Waivers (SPL).
Schedule 3 Criteria Waivers (SCH3).
Health Waivers for Serious Medical Conditions (HW).
Applications to Add Work Rights to Bridging Visas (WR).
Many of these situations are time-sensitive and require compassionate and confidential handling. Contact us for a complimentary confidential consultation and we will clearly explain your options so you can make an informed decision about how to proceed.
Emotional Support & Crisis Assistance
We understand that individuals facing these circumstances may experience stress, anxiety, or a sense of uncertainty. If you are feeling overwhelmed, please know that free and confidential support services are available in Australia 24/7:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 46 36
Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800 737 732
Emergency Services: 000
STATUS RESOLUTION FOR UNLAWFUL IMMIGRANTS
This service is designed for individuals who are currently in Australia without a valid visa, either because their previous visa has expired or was cancelled. In this situation, you are considered unlawfully present in Australia, which carries serious consequences.
Applying for a Bridging Visa E (Subclass 050) can make you lawful again and may allow you to:
Make arrangements to depart Australia voluntarily
Finalise ongoing immigration matters
Remain in Australia lawfully while awaiting an immigration decision
Failing to take action can result in immigration detention and forced removal from Australia.
There are estimated to be over 70,000 unlawful non-citizens in Australia. If you have overstayed your visa by more than 28 days, you may also face a re-entry ban of up to three years, meaning you may be unable to return to Australia during this time.
While applying for a Bridging Visa E is generally more straightforward than other visa pathways, each case is unique. We strongly encourage you to book a confidential and complimentary consultation with Andreas Athanasiou to assess your situation and explore your available immigration options.
‘NO FURTHER STAY’ CONDITION WAIVERS
A No Further Stay (NFS) condition means you are not permitted to apply for most temporary or permanent visas while you are in Australia and would normally need to leave the country to lodge a new application. You can check whether this condition is attached to your visa through your visa grant letter or via the Department of Home Affairs’ VEVO system.
If you wish to apply for another visa while remaining in Australia, you must first request a waiver of the NFS condition. A waiver may only be granted if a major change in your circumstances has occurred after the visa was granted, and this change must be completely beyond your control.
Valid reasons include being medically unable to travel, the death or serious illness of a close family member in Australia, or a natural disaster, war, or civil unrest in your home country. Not knowing that the condition existed is not considered a valid reason.
The threshold for a waiver is high, and each request is assessed strictly by the Department of Home Affairs.
If you believe you may qualify, we strongly recommend booking a confidential and complimentary consultation with Andreas Athanasiou to assess your eligibility and provide professional advice on your next steps.
SUBMISSIONS FOR VISA CANCELLATION INTENTIONS
A Notice of Intention to Consider Cancellation (NOICC) is issued by the Department of Home Affairs when there are potential grounds to cancel a visa and gives the visa holder an opportunity to respond.
If you receive a NOICC, you must provide a written response within a strict timeframe—often only five working days from the date you are deemed to have received the notice—explaining why your visa should not be cancelled.
Common reasons for receiving a NOICC include criminal convictions (assessed under section 501 of the Migration Act 1958), providing false or misleading information or documents, or where the circumstances on which your visa was granted no longer exist.
It is important to understand that the threshold to satisfy the Department in your response is very high, and in many cases, visas are cancelled whether the underlying reasons were in your control or not.
If your visa is cancelled, you may have the right to appeal the decision to the relevant tribunal, depending on your circumstances.
Given the serious consequences and strict deadlines, we strongly recommend booking a confidential and complimentary consultation with Andreas Athanasiou to assess your situation and determine the best strategy to protect your visa status and future immigration options.
FAMILY VIOLENCE PROVISIONS (PARTNER VISAS)
Family Violence Provisions (FVP) apply to temporary visa holders in Australia, such as holders of a Prospective Marriage Visa or Partner Visa (including those awaiting a decision), who are experiencing family violence from their sponsor.
The Australian Government has a Zero Tolerance policy toward domestic and family violence, and no one is required to remain in an abusive relationship to secure their visa or residency status.
If you have experienced physical, sexual, emotional, verbal, social, or financial abuse while in a genuine relationship with your sponsor, and the relationship has since broken down as a result of this violence, you may still be eligible to continue your visa pathway under the Family Violence Provisions.
You may qualify if you hold, or have applied for, a Partner Visa (Subclass 820 or 309) or Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) and have entered Australia on that visa.
The threshold for establishing eligibility is high, and strong evidence is required; therefore, we strongly recommend booking a confidential and complimentary consultation with Andreas Athanasiou to assess your circumstances and help you navigate this process safely and effectively.
SPONSORSHIP LIMITATION WAIVERS (PARTNER VISAS)
If a sponsor has previously sponsored a partner or prospective spouse for an Australian Partner Visa or Prospective Marriage Visa, they may be subject to Sponsorship Limitations when sponsoring a new partner.
A person can only sponsor two approved partner visas in their lifetime, and additional restrictions apply if less than five years have passed since they lodged a previous sponsorship application.
Similarly, individuals who were themselves previously granted a Partner Visa cannot sponsor a new partner until at least five years have passed since the date they applied for their own visa.
While waivers may be available in compassionate or compelling circumstances, the threshold is extremely high.
If you believe these limitations may apply to you, we strongly recommend booking a confidential and complimentary consultation with Andreas Athanasiou to assess your eligibility and explore potential waiver options.
SCHEDULE 3 CRITERIA WAIVERS (PARTNER VISAS)
If a visa applicant is in Australia on a Bridging Visa or is currently unlawful and wishes to apply for an onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801), they may be subject to Schedule 3 Criteria.
These requirements apply to individuals who do not hold a substantive visa, often due to circumstances beyond their control.
In such cases, if the applicant is in a genuine married or de facto relationship with an eligible Australian citizen or permanent resident, they may still be able to lodge a valid onshore partner visa application.
However, they must demonstrate compassionate and compelling circumstances relating to their sponsor or an Australian interest to justify the grant of the visa despite their current immigration status.
These circumstances are not defined by a fixed list and are assessed on a case-by-case basis. In some situations, applying onshore may not be possible, particularly where a previous partner visa was refused.
As the threshold for a Schedule 3 waiver is extremely high, we strongly recommend booking a confidential and complimentary consultation with Andreas Athanasiou to assess your eligibility and present a strong case.
HEALTH WAIVERS FOR HEALTH CONDITIONS
Certain visa applicants and their family members are required to undergo health examinations to ensure they meet Australia’s Health Requirements.
If an applicant has a pre-existing or newly discovered health condition that may result in significant healthcare or community service costs—typically assessed as exceeding a certain amount —the case will be reviewed by a Medical Officer of the Commonwealth (MOC).
In such situations, the Department of Home Affairs may allow the applicant to request a Health Waiver, depending on the visa type and individual circumstances.
This involves submitting strong evidence and explanations as to why the waiver should be granted, demonstrating that the applicant’s situation justifies an exception. Health waiver requests are assessed on a case-by-case basis, and the approval threshold is extremely high.
For this reason, we strongly recommend booking a confidential and complimentary consultation with Andreas Athanasiou to assess your eligibility and prepare a compelling submission to maximise your chances of success.
CHANGING VISA CONDITIONS (ADDING WORK RIGHTS)
If an applicant is in Australia on a Bridging Visa that includes Condition 8101 (No Work), they are not legally permitted to work.
Whether an applicant has work rights depends on both their current visa and the visa application they have lodged, as outlined in their Bridging Visa Grant Notification issued by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).
In some circumstances, it is possible to apply to have this condition removed, particularly if the applicant can demonstrate financial hardship or compelling reasons showing why they need to work to support themselves.
Each case is assessed individually, and the threshold to be granted work rights can be high. If you believe you may qualify, we strongly recommend booking a confidential and complimentary consultation with Andreas Athanasiou for a full assessment of your eligibility and the best strategy moving forward.
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Our ‘Peace of Mind’ Policy
Our Director and Registered Migration Agent, Andreas Athanasiou, has dedicated over a decade to helping people build a future in Australia. Being an immigrant himself, is journey is deeply personal — he understands that every visa is not just an application, but a life, a dream, and a family hoping for a better tomorrow.
With more than 1,000 visas successfully prepared, Andreas has supported individuals and families from over 100 countries, each with their own story. Many of our clients began this journey feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain — but they found comfort, clarity, and success when they placed their trust in him. You can read more about his journey in our About Us section.
Whether you meet Andreas in person in Melbourne or speak with him via Zoom from anywhere in the world, you will be treated with kindness, dignity, and respect. Your concerns will be heard, your questions will be answered, and your future will be handled with care.
We offer a full 1-hour complimentary consultation because you deserve time, attention and genuine guidance — not rushed advice or expensive upfront fees. We firmly believe you should not have to pay hundreds of dollars just to understand your options, or be charged heavily before receiving real clarity.
We are committed to standing by your side every step of the way. In the unlikely event your application is refused, Olympus Migration will prepare and lodge a new application or appeal to the Tribunal at no additional professional fees, if you are eligible. This is our promise to you, and our ‘Peace of Mind’ policy. We do this because we believe in you — and we don’t give up on our clients.
At Olympus Migration, you are not just another file.
You are our family — and your journey is our mission.
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Why Olympus Migration?
Expert Advice
Our Director, Andreas Athanasiou, is a Registered Migration Agent (MARN: 1685134) and a member of the Migration Institute of Australia, with over a decade of experience and more than 1,000 successful visa lodgements to his name.
Fixed Fees
We operate strictly on a fixed-fee basis, ensuring complete transparency with no hidden costs or unexpected charges at any stage. To ease financial pressure, we also offer flexible payment plans of up to 15 months for our valued clients.
Prompt Service
Our clients are the heart of our company and the very reason we exist. We are deeply committed to their complete satisfaction, treating every matter as a top priority and always responding within the same business day.
Peace of Mind
In the unlikely event that an application is refused, we will re-apply or appeal the decision without charging any additional professional fees to Olympus Migration clients. This is our commitment to you — our Peace of Mind policy.
Book a Complimentary 1-Hour Consultation
You can discuss your case and concerns with Andreas Athanasiou either Face-to-Face or via Zoom.
You can book a confidential and complimentary 1-hour consultation to assess your eligibility using any of the options below:
• Email: andreas@olympusmigration.com.au
• Call: 1300 804 204
• Message us directly (in this section)
We are available 7 days a week, including on Public Holidays.
• Head Office: L10, 440 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
• Satellite Office: Templestowe VIC 3106
• Satellite Office: Epping VIC 3076
All Office meetings are by appointment only