Form 1221: additional personal particulars
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Who completes Form 1221?
The form says it is for applicants aged 16 or over, completed in English. Whether you need it depends on your visa and what the department asks for.
What does it ask?
The form has parts that cover:
- personal details, contact details and passport information
- travel plans, including dates, stopovers and who pays for the trip
- accompanying family members
- current and past employment, military service, education and training
- contacts in Australia
- journey details for your visa type (visitor, business, migration or study)
- any past visa refusals or cancellations, and identity document history
- a declaration and signature
How do I complete it?
Open the PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader and type your answers, or print it and write in block letters with a pen. Keep a copy. The form page does not say where to lodge it, so follow your application's instructions. Upload it in ImmiAccount if you are asked to attach documents. See upload documents.
What if I make a mistake?
The form warns that false documents or claims can cause delays or refusal. Answer every question accurately and consistently with your passport and other forms.
FAQ
Is Form 1221 compulsory?
Only if your application or the department asks for it.
Is Form 1221 the same as Form 80?
No. Form 80 is about character history. See Form 80.
Where do I get the form?
From the Home Affairs website only.
Does it cost anything?
The form is free. It is not the visa application charge. See visa fees.
Who can help me complete it?
A registered migration agent, if you use one. See migration agents.