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Form 1282: Australian Values Declaration
Form 1282 is the Australian Values Statement for temporary visa applicants. It is required only if your visa application form tells you to complete it, and it confirms your understanding of and commitment to Australian values.
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Form Overview
Home Affairs Form 1282 - Australian Values Declaration
Form 1282 is the Australian Values Statement for temporary visa applicants. It is required only if your visa application form tells you to complete it, and it confirms your understanding of and commitment to Australian values.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is not signing the form or submitting it when your visa application requires it—this can delay or refuse your visa.
- 2Not signing the form before submission
- 3Submitting the form when your visa application does not require it
- 4Forgetting to include the form for each required family member
- 5Using an outdated version of the form (check the design date 10/20)
Plain English
This form is a simple statement where you agree to respect Australian laws and values. You only need to fill it in if your visa application says so. If you already signed it as part of your visa application, you don't need to do it again.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form with your visa application, at the same time you lodge your application. There is no separate deadline; it is part of the application process.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Complete this form only if your visa application form tells you to do so.
- If you have included other people in your application, they may also need to complete it, depending on their age.
- You do not need to complete it if you have already made the values statement on your visa application form.
- This form is specifically for temporary visa applicants, not for permanent visa applicants.
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Use this form or another form?
If you already completed the values statement on your visa application form
You would be duplicating the statement
✓ Check your visa application form to see if it includes the statement
If you are applying for a permanent visa
This form is for temporary visa applicants only
✓ Check the Department of Home Affairs website for the correct form
A different values statement form may be required
If you are unsure whether you need to complete this form
Completing it unnecessarily may cause delays
✓ Verify your visa application requirements first
Contact the Department of Home Affairs or refer to your visa application instructions
Deadline or filing window
There is no separate deadline—submit the form with your visa application. Check your visa application instructions for the exact submission requirements.
Before you submit
- 1Read the Life in Australia booklet before completing the form.
- 2Ensure you understand and agree with the Australian values listed.
- 3Sign the statement in the presence of a witness if required (check instructions).
- 4Include the completed form with your visa application.
- 5Keep a copy of the signed form for your records.
- 6Check that all personal details are correct and match your visa application.
- 7If including family members, ensure each required person signs their own statement.
How to file this form
- 1Obtain Form 1282 from the Department of Home Affairs website or your visa application pack.
- 2Read the Life in Australia booklet to understand the values.
- 3Complete the statement section, ensuring all required fields are filled.
- 4Sign and date the form.
- 5Attach the form to your visa application before submission.
- 6Submit your visa application as per the instructions provided.
Known limitations
- 1This form is only for temporary visa applicants, not permanent visa applicants.
- 2You only need to complete it if your visa application form advises you to do so.
- 3The form does not replace any other visa application requirements.
- 4If you have already made the values statement on your visa application, you do not need to complete this form.
- 5The form must be signed; unsigned forms will not be accepted.
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Applicant
3 items
Your name exactly as shown in your passport.
Your date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY).
Passport number, country of issue, and expiry date.
Contact
1 items
Current residential address, postal address, email, and phone number.
Request
1 items
The visa, citizenship, or sponsorship request this form relates to.
Evidence
1 items
Certified copies of identity and other documents required for the request.
Declaration
1 items
Declare that the information is true and correct, then sign and date.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This form is dated 10/20, indicating it was designed in October 2020. It is the current version for the Australian Values Statement for temporary visa applicants.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify that the form you are using is the latest version (design date 10/20).
- Check the Department of Home Affairs website for any updates or revisions.
- Ensure you have the correct form number (1282) for temporary visa applicants.
- Confirm that the form matches the version referenced in your visa application instructions.
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Sources
- SRCForm number is 1282.
- SRCDesign date is 10/20.
- SRCThe form is titled 'Australian Values Statement for temporary visa applicants'.
- SRCThe form acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as traditional custodians.
- SRCThe statement lists values: respect for freedom and dignity, freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of association, commitment to rule of law, parliamentary democracy, equality of opportunity, and a 'fair go'.
- SRCThe form references the Life in Australia booklet, available on www.homeaffairs.gov.au.
- SRCThe form states that completion is only required if advised on the visa application form.
- SRCThe form includes a signature and date field.
Common confusion points
Thinking you must complete this form even if your visa application does not ask for it.
Assuming this form applies to permanent visa applicants – it is only for temporary visa applicants.
Not signing the form – an unsigned form is invalid.
Completing the form for family members who are not required to do so based on age or other conditions.
Forgetting to read the Life in Australia booklet before signing.
Submitting the form separately from your visa application – it must be included with the application.
Using an outdated version of the form (pre-10/20).
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