2016-Apr 15: Duration of visa - Workers in the entertainment industry

Visa Pak 255 - Advice to staff when assessing work application and length of visa issued for workers in the entertainment industry.

Visa Paks

15 April 2016

Duration of visa - Workers in the entertainment industry

This advice is a reminder about workers in the entertainment industry, specifically those covered by Performing Artists, Entertainers and Entertainment Industry Workers instructions (WS6).

It is important that visas approved under this category are granted for the appropriate duration. The duration of any work visa granted under Performing Artists, Entertainers and Entertainment Industry Workers instructions is to be the period requested by the applicant (WS4(b)(viii)). Often this will be one month beyond the termination of the applicant’s employment.

Action
Please discuss with your team(s) and ensure that staff are aware of the information above and visas under WS6 are granted for the appropriate duration.

Please also see previous advice for further information on Performing Artists, Entertainers and Entertainment Industry workers.