1.1.A.130 Australian resident

Definition

The term 'Australian resident' has the same meaning as in SSAct section 7.

An Australian resident is a person who:

• resides in Australia (1.1.A.120), and
• is one of the following:
  • an Australian citizen, or
  • the holder of a permanent visa (1.1.V.10), or
  • an SCV holder who is a protected SCV holder.

Note: SCV holders can fulfil the residence requirements for FTB, SIFS and CCS if they are regarded as residing in Australia. For further information refer to 2.1.2.10.