Understanding Form 80: Personal Particulars for Character Assessment

ICS Marketing
May 16
2 min read

Form 80 – Personal particulars for assessment including character assessment – is a document issued by the Department of Home Affairs. It is often required as part of an Australian visa application to assess an applicant’s identity, background, and character.

While not all applicants are asked to submit this form, many visa types—particularly partner visas, skilled migration visas, and permanent residency applications—may require it as part of additional integrity and security checks.

Purpose of Form 80

The purpose of Form 80 is to help the Department:

Confirm your identity and personal background
Assess your international travel and residence history
Evaluate whether you meet Australia’s character requirements
Cross-check the information submitted in your visa application

Providing false or misleading information on this form is a serious offence and may lead to visa refusal.

Information Required

Applicants are asked to provide extensive personal history, including:

Names (current and previous), citizenships, and passport details
Address history for the past 10 years
Employment and education history
Details of all international travel
Family member and relationship information
Disclosure of any past criminal convictions, military service, or visa refusals
Details of contacts or sponsors in Australia

It is essential that there are no gaps in your history. Any periods of unemployment, travel, or education must be accounted for with dates and details.

Who Should Complete Form 80?

Form 80 is typically requested for applicants aged 16 years or over, especially in cases where:

The visa subclass has a significant security or character requirement
Additional information is needed to assess identity or past conduct
The applicant has spent considerable time outside their home country

Assistance with Form 80

Many applicants find Form 80 time-consuming and complex. At ICS International, we guide our clients in completing this form accurately and in line with immigration requirements. Ensuring it is filled out correctly the first time helps avoid delays in visa processing.