1. What is Visa Condition 8558?

Condition 8558 is a requirement for Australian Visitor Visa (subclass 600) holders that limits stays to no more than 12 months in any 18-month period. This calculator helps determine compliance with this condition.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator evaluates compliance using:

Where:

• Total_stay_days — Sum of all stay durations within any rolling 18-month window
• 365 days — Maximum allowed stay in 18 months (12 months)

Note: For precise calculation, exact entry and exit dates are needed. This calculator provides an estimate based on stay durations.

3. Importance of Compliance

Details: Violating condition 8558 may result in visa cancellation, future visa refusals, or re-entry bans. It's crucial to track all stays in Australia.

4. Using the Calculator

Instructions: Enter all your stay durations in Australia (in days). The calculator will sum them and check if they exceed 365 days in any 18-month period.

For accurate results: List all stays in chronological order including day of arrival and departure.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How is the 18-month period calculated?
A: It's a rolling window - any 18-month period during your visa validity must not contain more than 12 months of stay.

Q2: Does the calculator consider exact dates?
A: This simplified version uses durations only. For exact compliance, consult with immigration experts.

Q3: What if I have multiple entries?
A: All entries count toward the total. You must sum all stays within any 18-month window.

Q4: How strict is this condition?
A: Very strict. Even one day over the limit constitutes a breach of visa conditions.

Q5: Can I reset the clock by leaving Australia?
A: No, it's a rolling calculation. Only stays within the most recent 18 months count at any time.