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Form 1282: Australian Values Declaration
The Australian Values Declaration is a government form that requires applicants to demonstrate understanding and commitment to Australian values. It is typically used in visa and citizenship applications where showing alignment with fundamental Australian principles is required.
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Form Overview
Home Affairs Form 1282 - Australian Values Declaration
The Australian Values Declaration is a government form that requires applicants to demonstrate understanding and commitment to Australian values. It is typically used in visa and citizenship applications where showing alignment with fundamental Australian principles is required.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Many applicants fail to provide genuine understanding of Australian values beyond basic memorization.
- 2Not fully understanding the Australian values being declared
- 3Providing inconsistent information in other parts of your application
- 4Not completing the form accurately or honestly
- 5Missing the declaration section in your application
Plain English
This form asks you to confirm that you understand and will follow the important values that Australians share. These include respect for the law, equality, freedom of speech, and parliamentary democracy. You'll need to complete this if you're applying for certain visas or becoming an Australian citizen.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form as part of your visa or citizenship application process when specifically requested by the Department of Home Affairs.
- 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
- Use when applying for certain visas where values assessment is required
- Required for Australian citizenship applications
- May be needed for partner visa applications
- Use when specifically requested by immigration officers
- Not required for temporary visitor visas in most cases
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Citizenship application
Citizenship test includes values assessment
✓ Check if you qualify for exemption from test
Student visa
May require values declaration for certain courses
✓ Verify if your course requires additional declarations
Partner visa
Values declaration may be required for partner visas
✓ Check if relationship meets requirements
Residency applications
Character assessment includes values understanding
✓ Ensure all character documents are provided
Employer-sponsored visa
Employer may need to endorse values commitment
✓ Verify sponsorship requirements
Deadline or filing window
This form must be submitted with your visa or citizenship application by the specified deadline. Late submission may result in application rejection or processing delays.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all sections are completed accurately
- 2Verify your signature and date are included
- 3Check that the form matches the version referenced in your application
- 4Confirm electronic submission is successful if using online portal
- 5Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records
- 6Review for consistency with other application materials
How to file this form
- 1Obtain the current version of Form 1282 from the Department of Home Affairs website
- 2Read and understand the Australian values statement carefully
- 3Complete all required sections honestly and accurately
- 4Sign and date the declaration
- 5Submit with your visa or citizenship application through ImmiAccount or other specified method
- 6Keep a copy for your records
Known limitations
- 1The form only declares understanding of values, not actual behavior
- 2Does not provide exemption from citizenship test requirements
- 3May not be sufficient alone for complex visa applications
- 4Does not cover all specific requirements for every visa type
- 5Must be accompanied by supporting evidence in some cases
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check for recent updates to Australian values statement
- Verify if electronic signature is accepted
- Confirm if additional supporting documents are now required
- Check if online submission options have changed
- Review any changes to specific values emphasized in the declaration
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCForm name: Australian Values Declaration
- SRCForm number: 1282
- SRCIssuing agency: Department of Home Affairs
- SRCPurpose: Declaration of understanding and commitment to Australian values
- SRCTypical use cases: Visa and citizenship applications
- SRCSubmission method: Likely through ImmiAccount or with application
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific values listed in the form
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Current processing timeframes
Common confusion points
Confusion between Australian values and Australian law
Uncertainty about which values need to be emphasized
Misunderstanding the difference between values declaration and citizenship test
Assuming the form is required for all visa types
Uncertainty about whether to include personal examples of values in practice
Confusion about electronic signature requirements
Not understanding how values relate to character requirements
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