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LGBT expats from Indonesia could be eligible to stay permanently in Australia
Dear Reader,
If you are a LGBTI Indonesian living in Australia, stay with me. In just a moment, I will explain why you could be eligible to apply for an Australian permanent visa.
But you have to be quick. Not many people know about this opportunity offered by the Australian Government.
An increasing number of incidents have been reported…
An increasing number of incidents have been reported in Indonesia where police, or vigilantes who later report to police, have invaded private spaces including homes, hotel rooms and private clubs looking for LGBTI people. Victims have been paraded naked in public and identified in the media on some occasions.
In 2017 Human Rights Watch reported that police apprehended 300 people for their presumed sexual orientation or gender identity in Indonesia. This included the arrest of 141 gay or bisexual men in one raid in May 2017 of a gym and sauna in Jakarta.
The Pew Research Centre found 93% of Indonesians surveyed believed society should reject homosexuality.
That’s why many LGBT Indonesians are running away to Australia…
Oftentimes they come as a student…
Here they experience freedom to express their real sexuality and gender identity without discrimination.
Australia is one of the most LGBTI-friendly countries in the world.
In a Pew Research poll, 79% of Australians agreed that homosexuality should be accepted by society.
What’s more, when they get here, Indonesians realise that they can apply for a protection visa and stay permanently in Australia…
How good is that?
If you believe your life is at risk because of your homosexuality or your gender identity you may be eligible to apply for a protection visa.
And in just a moment I will explain why you should apply for a protection visa as soon as possible.
Before that, let me address the main issue…
Quite often these protection visas are refused by the Immigration Office.
SBS published on 9 September 2019 that “more than 90 per cent of onshore protection visa cases are refused”.
So what happens if your protection visa application gets refused.
If your application gets refused the first time, your chances of staying in Australia will be very slim.
You will have to appeal.
You may have to go to court.
Avoid that at all costs.
Reasons that could lead the immigration office to refuse your protection visa application?
Oftentimes, LGBTI applicants don’t have the time and resources to properly write claims explaining why the Indonesian government, police and even their own families pose a risk to their lives.
And they also struggle to explain and prove that they are genuine homosexuals or transgender.
Sometimes because they haven’t even come out to their family and friends.
See, it’s difficult for them to gather the right evidence to support their claims.
There are ambiguities, contradictions and even grammar mistakes in their claims.
What they are trying to say can be easily misinterpreted by the Immigration Office.
Anything that could spark doubt in the mind of the Immigration Department could jeopardise your protection visa application.
If you are a genuine LGBTI foreigner from Indonesia and you believe your life is at risk if you go back to Indonesia, click here to book a consultation with us.
The second main reason LGBTI Indonesians get their protection visa application refused is also quite alarming…
Indonesians tend to look for immigration agents who come from Indonesia.
And many Indonesian immigration agents in Australia were raised by families who do not accept homosexuality, let alone transgender.
They might agree to help you. But be careful.
Most of the time, they don’t specialise in protection visas. Even worse, deep inside they don’t agree with your homosexuality or gender identity.
Plain and simple, they just want your money.
More than often, these protection visa applications are refused. And we get LGBTI Indonesians coming to our office crying and asking for help.
Sometimes we can help. But other times, there is nothing we can do.
In the last month alone, in response to a growing number of protection visa refusals, LGBTI Indonesians are coming in droves to get assistance from us.
We are the No. 1 protection visa lawyers, proudly helping LGBTQ Indonesians to stay in Australia…
Last year, we were rated as “Best Protection Visa Lawyers in Melbourne” by “Top 10 Lawyers”.
And the news is quickly spreading among the entire Indonesian LGBTI community in Australia.
We believe in human rights without discrimination of any kind, including discrimination on the basis of sexuality, sex identity or gender.
But most importantly, we proudly support the LGBTI community.
You might have seen us before in LGBTI protests around Melbourne. And we will continue actively participating and sponsoring upcoming LGBTI activities.
If you are a genuine LGBTI foreigner from Indonesia and you believe your life is at risk if you go back to Indonesia, click here to book a consultation with us.
Our strong connection with the LGBTI community is the main reason why 98.9% of our protection visa applications get approved…
We understand LGBTI issues like no other immigration agents and lawyers in Australia.
We know how to write claims and collect all the necessary evidence to prove to the Immigration Office that you are a genuine LGBTI person and your life is at risk if you go back to Indonesia.
We have even successfully represented LGBTI individuals in court when their visa applications got refused and they had little hope to stay in Australia.
But as I said before, you want to avoid getting your visa refused at any costs.
And we want to help you lodge your protection visa application in a way that doesn’t create any doubt in the mind of the Immigration Office from the outset.
Right now you have the best chances to succeed in your protection visa application if you are a genuine Indonesian LGBTQIA+ living in Australia…
But you have to be quick. We are living moments of uncertainty.
If you set foot outside Australia before lodging your protection visa application, your chances of getting a protection visa offshore will be zero. You cannot apply for a protection visa (Subclass 866) outside of Australia.
That’s why as of 26 May we are having a high influx of LGBT Indonesians coming to our office…
They see this as a once-in-a-life-time opportunity to free themselves from gender and sexual oppression and discrimination in Indonesia.
But it’s not only that…
It’s also about a unique opportunity to live in a country with the world’s highest standard of living…
Everyone wants to live in Australia.
Wages in Australia are much higher than most other countries.
A protection visa let’s you stay in Australia permanently.
You can live and work in Australia as a permanent resident.
And that means you are also entitled to Medicare (Australia’s free health care scheme) and Centrelink services (financial support from the government).
Better still, you can get your Medicare right after lodging your protection visa application.
Ultimately, you will have all the power to fight against LGBTI discrimination in Indonesia right here from Australia, while enjoying most privileges and benefits Australian citizens have.
If you are a genuine LGBT foreigner from Indonesia and you believe your life is at risk if you go back to Indonesia, fill in the form below to see your chances of getting a Permanent Residence in Australia right now.
Attention: As of 21 May we’ve been experiencing a high influx of consultations. But we promise we will get back to you as soon as possible.
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Shiu C.
I had an excellent experience working with Bilal Ahmad and the team throughout my visa process. From the beginning, Bilal was professional, understanding, patient, and incredibly reliable. He made what could have been a very stressful process feel smooth and well-managed at every step.Bilal always took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all my questions promptly, and genuinely cared about achieving the best outcome for me. His knowledge, honesty, and attention to detail gave me a lot of confidence throughout the application process.I’m truly grateful for all the support and hard work that went into securing my positive visa outcome. I highly recommend Bilal Ahmad to anyone looking for a trustworthy and supportive immigration lawyer. Thank you again for making this journey such a positive experience!read more
Jack S.
Gold Migration Lawyers for ImmigrationSpecial thanks to Bilal Ahmad and Vivek Chopra and the team for being very helpful and providing quality service in helping with visa for me and my family. They showed kindness, professionalism, and genuine care.I always received a response from Bilal very quickly.read more
Andre
Bilal was of great assistance throughout my visa process and played a key role in helping me achieve a successful outcome. He kept me consistently informed of all developments and ensured I always understood what was happening at each stage. His professionalism, responsiveness, and support made a stressful process much more manageable. I’m very grateful for his help in getting my visa approved and would highly recommend his services to anyone needing immigration assistance.read more
Vigo L.
I am really grateful to have found Gold Migration Lawyers, especially for Bilal Ahmad to assist me with my visa application. He provided a very clear guidance and explained every steps for my visa application to make sure for a very smooth and strong visa application.He was very professional, patience, and always paying attention to details to make sure I understood all the requirements and what I needed to do, from the very beginning of preparing for all of my documents until the interview. He guided me through every steps of the way.I am able to get my PR granted approximately in just 9 months since lodging. That is far shorter than what I have expected, but thanks to Bilal Ahmad and his team’s assistance and great work, we are able to get that good result so guickly.I truly appreciate their hard work and would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a trustworthy and knowledgeable immigration lawyer.read more
Jamie J.
I had an outstanding experience with Bilal Hossain as my migration lawyer. From the very beginning, he was extremely professional, kind, and always took the time to listen carefully to my situation. He handled my case with great attention to detail and ensured everything was submitted perfectly.His communication was excellent — always clear, responsive, and he never missed a call when I needed guidance. What really stood out was his deep knowledge and understanding of what works and what doesn’t in visa applications.I received my PR in just 4 months after my interview , which honestly exceeded my expectations. The entire process was smooth, stress-free, and very well managed.I paid around $9,000 AUD, and it was absolutely worth every penny. There were no hidden costs, and everything was transparent from the start.Even after my visa was granted, he continued to stay in touch and offer support, which shows his genuine care for his clients.He is truly one of the best in the market. If you’re looking for a reliable and knowledgeable migration lawyer, I highly recommend booking Bilal — you will not regret it.read more
Zain K.
During the two-year waiting period, Bilal Ahmed provided invaluable support. My visa was granted after 23 months with two RFIs. We were confident in his expertise and ultimately secured the visa. His professionalism is commendable.read more
Carlos T.
My husband’s Partner Visa has been granted thanks to the amazing work of Bilal Ahmad.
Hendra W.
Bilal was amazing. He went above and beyond his duties as a lawyer in assisting us to achieve a successful outcome.
Ishaan “Sean” M.
I recently worked with Bilal Ahmad from Gold Migration on my protection visa matter, which was rejected last year by Department, due to non-satisfactory grounds and proceeded to the Tribunal.Due to the high‑risk nature of the case, not many lawyers were willing to take chances with my case not to affect their records.I am extremely grateful for the successful outcome and truly believe that Bilal’s expertise and dedication played a major role in achieving this result. As the whole process was sorted and positive outcome was received within matter of months .From the beginning, Bilal took the time to understand the complexities of my protection claims and the difficult circumstances. He approached every part of my case with professionalism, empathy, and deep knowledge of protection‑based legislation and Tribunal processes.Throughout the entire journey, Bilal:⦁ helped me organise and present my evidence clearly and consistently⦁ prepared strong written submissions addressing credibility, country information, and all relevant legal criteria⦁ explained each stage of the Tribunal process in a calm and clear way⦁ supported me during an emotionally challenging time with patience and respectAt the Tribunal hearing, His advocacy ensured that my situation was fully understood and that the key facts and risks were communicated accurately and respectfully.Thanks to his hard work, the Tribunal accepted my protection claims and granted a positive decision. This outcome has changed my life, and I am incredibly thankful for Bilal’s dedication and professionalism.I highly recommend Bilal Ahmad and the team at Gold Migration to anyone seeking support with protection or refugee matters. His knowledge, compassion, and commitment to his clients are exceptional.read more
