richardd, I've received the approval around 2pm today, via email, just one day in advance, my flight is 9pm tomorrow.thanks, good luck!

Hi richardd, I have applied on Sunday 19th Apr, and my flight date is tomorrow from Sydney, ABF seems to make exemptions according to the applicant's departure date.

Hi, I have received an e-mail this afternoon saying "authorised". I am a PR holder from Japan, applied under the compassionate or humanitarian ground. My father is seriously ill. I have been coming and going between Japan and Australia for a couple of years. Actually, I have my residence certifi...

Hi kayceemelb, OK, they are in different departments, hope granted soon each other. I am in Adelaide, so wanted to be granted before I head to Sydney Airport. I change my flight date if I don't receive an exemption by Monday morning.

Hi, Do you guys think Border Force Officers process documents on holidays and weekends?I have applied for exemption on Sunday, 19th, intending flight on Monday, 27th.Still, nothing hear from them. Wondering they work on weekdays 9to5.