Official form guide
Form F25: Variation of right of entry permit
This Australian government form is used to apply to the Fair Work Commission to vary a right of entry permit. It helps resolve ambiguities or uncertainties about who can enter a workplace, ensuring clarity on access rights.
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Form Overview
Fair Work Commission Form F25 - Variation of right of entry permit
This Australian government form is used to apply to the Fair Work Commission to vary a right of entry permit. It helps resolve ambiguities or uncertainties about who can enter a workplace, ensuring clarity on access rights.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Forgetting to answer whether you have a representative and providing their correct details if yes.
- 2Not specifying 'Yes' or 'No' for having a representative
- 3Missing signature/authority to sign section
- 4Failing to include interpreter needs if required
- 5Incorrect contact information for the representative
Plain English
If you need to change rules about who can go into your workplace (like for inspections), this form lets you ask the Fair Work Commission to fix any confusion. It's used when there's not clear agreement on entry rights and you want the commission to make a decision.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form when there's ambiguity or uncertainty about a right of entry that needs resolution before access occurs.
- 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 this form if you want to vary a transitional instrument to remove an ambiguity or uncertainty and you are covered by that instrument.
- This form helps resolve issues where a transitional instrument has unclear terms, so it’s for when you need the Fair Work Commission to fix that.
- Only use F25 for varying instruments in limited circumstances (per p1) – don’t confuse with forms for other purposes.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
You want to vary a transitional instrument for reasons other than right of entry (e.g., resolving interaction between it and modern awards)
To ensure clarity and consistency with workplace laws
✓ Confirm your variation reason matches one of the allowed circumstances
You need to notify the Commission about legal representation for your case
To comply with Fair Work Commission rules on representation
✓ Check if you need permission for a lawyer or paid agent at a conference or hearing
Your transitional instrument is inconsistent with Part 3-1 of the Fair Work Act and needs variation
To make sure your instrument complies with current legislation
✓ Verify your instrument type and reason for variation aligns with allowed changes
Not confirmed in official source (check Schedule 3 TPCA Act)
Deadline or filing window
No specific filing deadline is mentioned in this form excerpt; however, delays may impact processing time.
Before you submit
- 1Confirm you are a person covered by the relevant transitional instrument (p1).
- 2Have representative details ready if applicable (name, ABN, contact info) – see Part 5 on p5.
- 3Clearly specify the variation terms using numbered paragraphs as per section 2.2 (p7).
- 4State the grounds for varying the instrument in numbered paragraphs as per section 2.3 (p7).
- 5Attach additional pages if more space is needed for details.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Part 5 on p5 if you have a representative (check the ‘Yes’ box and provide their details).
- 2In section 2.2, list the variation terms in numbered paragraphs; attach extra pages if necessary.
- 3In section 2.3, outline the grounds for varying the instrument in numbered paragraphs; attach extra pages if needed.
- 4At the end (p8), fill out ‘Authority to sign’ and provide your signature, name, and date.
Known limitations
- 1Transitional instruments can only be varied in limited circumstances – check p1 for details before applying.
- 2You must be a person covered by the relevant transitional instrument to use this form (p1).
- 3Not all representation scenarios require permission; follow rules on p2/p3 if using a lawyer or paid agent.
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Applicant
1 items
Full name (and representative, if any), postal address, email, and phone number of the person or organisation lodging the application.
Respondent
1 items
The exact legal name and ABN of the employer or other party the application is made against.
The Matter
2 items
Identify the kind of matter — for example, unfair dismissal, general protections, or an agreement application.
A clear description of what happened, relevant dates, and the outcome you are seeking.
Dates
1 items
Relevant dates such as the date of dismissal or the date the issue arose — these determine whether you are within time.
Supporting
1 items
Any documents that support your application, such as letters, contracts, or notices.
Declaration
1 items
Sign and date the form. Applications may also require a fee or an application for a fee waiver.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form F25 is approved by the Fair Work Commission and will be effective from 17 September 2025.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Form approved with effect from 17 September 2025 (per p1/p3).
- Check if you’re using the latest version; older versions may not apply.
- No prior version details in source beyond approval date.
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCForm number is confirmed as F25 from p1/p8.
- SRCIssuing agency is Fair Work Commission (FAIR_WORK) per header and p7.
- SRCPurpose of the form: Apply to vary a transitional instrument to remove ambiguity/uncertaintyconfirmed in p1.
- SRCApproval date for this version is 17 September 2025found on p1/p3.
Common confusion points
Confusing representation rules: Need permission for lawyers/agents in conferences/hearings unless they’re your employee, union rep, or employer org officer – check p2/p3.
Forgetting to specify variation terms clearly: Use numbered paragraphs per section 2.2 (p7) to avoid ambiguity.
Not confirming coverage by the transitional instrument: Ensure you’re a covered person before submitting (p1).
Mixing up post-lodgement notifications with initial application: If needing to notify representation after lodging, use Form F53 instead of continuing on this form.
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