600 Visa 12 Months In 18 Months Calculator Malaysia

Visa Condition 8558 Calculation:

\[ \text{Total\_stay\_days} = \sum(\text{stay\_durations}) \text{ within any rolling 18-month period} \] \[ \text{Compliance} = \begin{cases} \text{"Compliant"} & \text{if Total\_stay\_days} \leq 365 \\ \text{"Not Compliant"} & \text{if Total\_stay\_days} > 365 \end{cases} \]

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1. What is Visa Condition 8558?

Condition 8558 is a requirement for Australian Visitor Visa (subclass 600) holders that limits stays to no more than 12 months in any 18-month period. This calculator helps determine compliance with this condition.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator evaluates compliance using:

\[ \text{Total\_stay\_days} = \sum(\text{stay\_durations}) \text{ within any rolling 18-month window} \] \[ \text{Compliance} = \begin{cases} \text{"Compliant"} & \text{if Total\_stay\_days} \leq 365 \\ \text{"Not Compliant"} & \text{if Total\_stay\_days} > 365 \end{cases} \]

Key Factors:

Rolling 18-month period (547 days)
Maximum allowed stay: 12 months (365 days)
All visits within any 18-month window are considered

3. Importance of Compliance

Details: Non-compliance can result in visa cancellation, future visa refusals, or re-entry bans. Careful tracking of stay durations is essential for frequent visitors.

4. Using the Calculator

Instructions: Enter all your stay durations in Australia (in days) separated by commas. The calculator will sum your stays and determine compliance with condition 8558.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What counts as a "stay" for this condition?
A: All time spent in Australia while holding a visa with condition 8558 counts, including multiple entries.

Q2: How is the 18-month period calculated?
A: It's a rolling window - any 18-month period during your visa validity where your total stays are calculated.

Q3: What if I exceed the limit accidentally?
A: You may face visa cancellation. Always track your stays carefully and consult immigration if unsure.

Q4: Does this apply to all 600 visas?
A: Only visas that specifically have condition 8558 attached. Check your visa grant letter.

Q5: Can I reset the clock by staying out of Australia?
A: Yes, stays older than 18 months "drop off" the calculation as new stays are added.