🇦🇺FAIR WORKF24B

Renewal of right of entry permit

This form is used to renew a right of entry permit issued by the Fair Work Commission, which allows permit holders to enter workplaces for specific purposes. You should use this form when your current right of entry permit is approaching its expiry date and you wish to continue holding a valid permit.

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Form Overview

Renewal of right of entry permit

This form captures your personal details, information about your current permit, and declarations about your eligibility to continue holding a right of entry permit.

Risk Radar

Many applicants wait until their permit has already expired before renewing, creating a gap in their legal entry rights.
Submitting the form too close to the permit expiry date
Providing incorrect personal information that doesn't match your current permit
Failing to include required supporting documentation
Not updating your contact details if they have changed

Plain English

A right of entry permit lets certain people visit workplaces to talk to employees or check on work conditions. This form is how you ask the Fair Work Commission to keep your permit valid for another period. Think of it like renewing your driver's license before it expires.

Submission Date

Submit your renewal at least 3 months before your current permit expires to ensure processing time and avoid any gap in your permit coverage. The Fair Work Commission recommends submitting even earlier if you're applying for the first time or have had issues with previous renewals.
Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Quick Facts

Individuals who currently hold a right of entry permit and wish to continue holding one after their current permit expires need to file this form.

This form captures your personal details, information about your current permit, and declarations about your eligibility to continue holding a right of entry permit.

You should submit this form approximately 3 months before your current permit expires to ensure continuity of your permit rights without interruption.

You can submit this form through the Fair Work Commission's online portal, by mail to the Fair Work Commission, or in person at their offices.

Submitting correctly and on time ensures you maintain your legal right to enter workplaces for permitted purposes; delays or errors could result in a gap in your permit coverage, potentially affecting your work obligations and legal protections.

First, gather your current permit details and identification documents. Complete all sections of the form accurately, ensuring all declarations are true. Submit the form through your preferred method and keep a copy for your records.

What this form is for

• Use this form specifically for renewing an existing right of entry permit
• Only use this form if you currently hold a permit that's due to expire
• This form is for individual permit holders, not for initial permit applications
• Use this form if you're a union official, workplace representative, or other eligible person
• Do not use this form to make changes to your permit details outside of renewal

Use this form or another form?

Situation	Likely form	Why it matters	Check before you continue
First-time permit application	F23	Initial permits require different eligibility criteria	Check if you've held a permit before
Permit cancellation	F24C	Cancellation is different from renewal and has different implications	Confirm you don't intend to use the permit again
Permit variation	F24A	Changes to permit details require a different form	Verify you're not changing permit conditions or personal details
Permit dispute or appeal	FWC forms section	Disputes about permits go through a different process	Check if you're challenging a decision rather than renewing

Deadline or filing window

Submit your renewal at least 3 months before your current permit expires to ensure processing time and avoid any gap in your permit coverage. The Fair Work Commission recommends submitting even earlier if you're applying for the first time or have had issues with previous renewals.

Before you submit

• Verify all personal details match your current permit exactly
• Check that the permit number is correct
• Ensure all declarations are completed and signed
• Attach required identification documents if applicable
• Confirm the correct fee is included if applicable
• Double-check that you're using the most recent version of the form
• Make sure your contact information is up to date
• Review for any blank sections that need completion

How to file this form

1Obtain the latest version of the F24B form from the Fair Work Commission website
2Complete all sections of the form with accurate information
3Gather required identification documents and supporting materials
4Submit the form through your preferred method (online, mail, or in person)
5Pay any applicable fees as specified on the form
6Keep a copy of your completed form and submission receipt
7Follow up with the Fair Work Commission if you haven't received confirmation within the expected timeframe

Known limitations

• This form cannot be used to apply for a first-time permit
• The form cannot be used to change the conditions or scope of an existing permit
• Processing times may vary, and there's no guarantee of immediate renewal
• The form must be completed by the permit holder themselves, not a representative
• Digital signatures may not be accepted for all sections of the form

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Current Form Status

The current version of this form (F24B) was updated in 2022 to include additional declaration requirements and digital submission options. Always check the Fair Work Commission website for the most recent version before submitting.

Agency: Fair Work Commission