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Form 80: Personal particulars for assessment including character assessment
This form collects your personal details for assessment and includes a character assessment section. You use it when the Department of Home Affairs needs detailed information about you before making a decision on an application.
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Form Overview
Home Affairs Form 80 - Personal particulars for assessment including character assessment
This form collects your personal details for assessment and includes a character assessment section. You use it when the Department of Home Affairs needs detailed information about you before making a decision on an application.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not skip the Character Assessment section; this is crucial for assessment.
- 2Providing an old or incorrect residential address.
- 3Failing to declare previous travel history accurately.
- 4Inconsistencies between personal details and passport information.
- 5Leaving the Character Assessment questions blank.
Plain English
Think of this as your official profile sheet for the Department of Home Affairs. It lets them know exactly who you are and gives them space to judge your good character. This helps speed up decisions on your visa or citizenship matter.
Submission Date
- Filing date: You submit this when the Department of Home Affairs specifically asks for it during an application process. There is no set universal deadline unless tied to a specific application timeline.
- 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
- When the DHA specifically requests comprehensive personal data alongside a character check.
- If you need to update your basic details (name, address, etc.) while also providing evidence of good conduct.
- Before or during an assessment phase for visa applications lodged via ImmiAccount.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
General Application Update
Use this if you only need to change one piece of info.
✓ Check the DHA website first.
Character Only Declaration
Use this if your personal details are already up-to-date.
✓ Ensure all dates match your main application.
New Application Lodgment
This covers both particulars AND character assessment upfront.
✓ Don't use the simpler forms unless instructed.
Deadline or filing window
If you receive a request letter, treat the stated date as firm. Missing this deadline can halt your entire application review.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all mandatory fields marked with an asterisk (*) are completed.
- 2Double-check that your current residential address matches official records (e.g., on the Fair Work Commission portal).
- 3Confirm all dates of birth and passport issue/expiry match exactly.
- 4Sign and date the form where required, even if submitting digitally.
- 5Attach supporting evidence for any claims made in the character assessment section.
How to file this form
- 1Complete every section thoroughly using clear, legible handwriting or typing.
- 2Gather all necessary supporting documents (passports, birth certificates, police checks).
- 3Sign and date the form according to instructions on Form 80.
- 4Scan or photograph the completed document clearly.
- 5Upload the file directly into your ImmiAccount portal under the relevant application.
Known limitations
- 1This form does not replace a full visa application; it supports one.
- 2Not confirmed in official source: There may be specific requirements for certain visa subclasses that override general instructions.
- 3If submitting via mail, ensure you use the correct DHA processing centre address.
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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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This form collects your core personal details and includes a character assessment section for review. It is used when the Department of Home Affairs needs detailed background information before deciding on an application.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify if there are new fields related to digital identity verification requirements.
- Check for updated sections regarding overseas criminal records or police checks.
- Confirm the required format for providing character references (e.g., must be a signed letter).
- Review any changes to how 'character assessment' is defined in this version.
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Department of Home Affairs
- SRCForm Number: 80
- SRCPurpose: Collects personal details and character assessment.
- SRCContextual Use: Supports visa application assessments.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Personal Particulars' with 'Application Details'; they are related but not identical.
Not knowing whether to use the character assessment section if you have no criminal history issues.
Mistaking this form for a simple address change request.
Failing to provide evidence *for* the good conduct claims made in the character section.
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