Form 80 Example: What a Completed Form Looks Like
In brief
Form 80 asks for detailed biographical information across 20 sections. This page uses clearly fictional example entries to show what the level of detail required looks like — not to provide answers you should copy. Every person's Form 80 must reflect their own accurate history.
Published: 8 June 2026 · Last updated: 14 June 2026
⚠️ This guide provides general information only. The examples below are entirely fictional and for illustrative purposes only. Do not copy these entries. This is not migration or legal advice. Always consult a registered migration agent (MARN holder) if you are unsure about your own application.
Why people look for Form 80 examples
Many applicants have never seen Form 80 before receiving a request for it. At 20 sections and hundreds of fields, it can be hard to understand what level of detail is expected before you sit down to complete it.
Looking at an example helps you understand what the form requires — the level of precision needed for dates, the completeness expected for address history, what a Part T explanation should look like — before you start gathering your own documents. This guide shows example-level detail for the five most confusing sections. It does not show every question in Form 80.
Do not copy someone else's answers
Every entry in Form 80 must reflect your own accurate personal history. Never copy or adapt another person's answers — not from this guide, not from online forums, not from a friend's application.
Providing false or misleading information to the Department of Home Affairs is a serious offence under the Migration Act 1958 (Cth). Use this page only to understand the format and level of detail required, then fill in your own accurate information.
The example applicant: John Smith
All examples below use the same fictional person to show how different sections of Form 80 connect. John Smith is entirely fictional. His details are chosen to illustrate common situations — living across two countries, frequent travel, a study gap, and a minor criminal matter — not to suggest that these are the only scenarios Form 80 covers.
John Smith (fictional) — Indian national, 35 years old. Applying for a subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa. He worked as a software engineer in Bengaluru, India before moving to Australia in February 2020. He now lives in Sydney and works for an Australian IT company. He travels back to India regularly to see family and made one trip to Singapore for work. He has one minor traffic matter from 2019 that he needs to declare.
Part D — Address History
What it asks: Every residential address for the past 10 years, with full street address, suburb or city, country, and move-in / move-out dates. No gaps allowed.
| Address | City / State | Country | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/88 Pyrmont Bridge Road | Pyrmont NSW 2009 | Australia | Sep 2021 | Present |
| 5/21 Parramatta Road | Strathfield NSW 2135 | Australia | Feb 2020 | Aug 2021 |
| Flat 3B, 47 Indiranagar 100 Feet Road | Bengaluru 560038, Karnataka | India | Jun 2016 | Jan 2020 |
What this shows: Three addresses across two countries, with no gaps. The dates connect end-to-end: India ends January 2020, the first Australian address starts February 2020. The Indian address uses the full local format including the state and postcode. See the address history guide for how to handle approximate dates and very short stays.
Part E — Travel History
What it asks: All international travel in the last 10 years — every country visited, departure and return dates, and purpose. Every trip must be listed including short business trips and transit stops where you cleared immigration.
| Country | Departed Australia | Returned to Australia | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | 15 Dec 2024 | 10 Jan 2025 | Family visit — parents' anniversary |
| Singapore | 3 Sep 2023 | 7 Sep 2023 | Work conference |
| India | 20 Dec 2022 | 8 Jan 2023 | Family visit — Christmas and New Year |
| India | 18 Apr 2021 | 2 May 2021 | Family visit — father's health |
| India | 22 Dec 2020 | 15 Jan 2021 | Family visit — first return since migration |
What this shows: Frequent return trips to the home country listed as separate entries, each with precise dates and a brief but specific purpose. "Family visit" alone is acceptable; adding a short reason (anniversary, health, first return) is better practice and reduces questions. The Singapore work trip is also listed even though it was only 4 days — all international travel is required regardless of duration. See the travel history guide for how to reconstruct trip dates from passport stamps and booking records.
Part F — Employment History
What it asks: Complete employment history from the end of full-time education to present — all employers with full legal names, your role, full address, and dates. Periods of unemployment and full-time study must also be listed as separate entries. No gaps.
| Employer / Status | Role | Address | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infosys Australia Pty Ltd | Senior Software Engineer | Level 17, 60 Martin Place, Sydney NSW 2000 | Apr 2020 | Present |
| Unemployed — seeking Australian employment | — | — | Feb 2020 | Mar 2020 |
| Wipro Limited | Software Engineer | No. 72, Survey No. 12, Sarjapur Rd, Bengaluru 560103 | Jul 2017 | Jan 2020 |
| Student — Master of Information Technology | Full-time student | Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Powai, Mumbai 400076 | Jul 2015 | Jun 2017 |
What this shows: Employers are listed by full legal name — "Wipro Limited" not "Wipro", "Infosys Australia Pty Ltd" not just "Infosys". The full-time study period is included as a separate entry (not a gap). The two-month unemployment period between migrating to Australia and starting work is listed explicitly — even though it was short, it cannot be a blank in the timeline. Indian employer addresses use the full local format. See the employment history guide for self-employment, gaps, and casual work.
Part K — Criminal History
What it asks: A series of yes/no questions covering whether you have ever been charged with, convicted of, or sentenced for any criminal offence in any country — regardless of how minor, how long ago, or whether the matter is now spent.
Q36 answer: YES — John answers "Yes" to the question "Have you ever been convicted of any offence in any country?" He then explains in Part T (see below). He does not answer "No" simply because the matter is minor or old — the question is not limited by time or severity.
What this shows: Even a single minor traffic conviction that resulted in a court appearance (not just an infringement fine paid directly) is disclosable. The correct approach is to answer "Yes" and explain fully in Part T — not to answer "No" in the hope it will not be discovered. The Department conducts overseas police checks through Interpol and bilateral channels. See the criminal history guide for what must and need not be disclosed.
Part T — Additional Information
What it asks: Free-text space for anything that needs explanation — gaps, approximate dates, informal arrangements, character history, or anything that does not fit the standard fields. Use it proactively rather than waiting for a case officer to ask.
Example 1: Explaining a gap and approximate dates
"Re Q17 (Address history) — My Bengaluru address is listed as ending January 2020. I vacated the flat in mid-January 2020 and stayed with a friend (Rajesh Sharma, 12 Koramangala 4th Block, Bengaluru 560034) for approximately two weeks before departing for Australia on 2 February 2020. I have listed this as part of the Bengaluru period as it was an informal arrangement and the dates are approximate. My first Australian address began 3 February 2020."
Example 2: Declaring a criminal matter (Part K)
"Re Q36 (Criminal history) — In March 2019, I was charged with a traffic offence in Bengaluru, India, after driving through a red light and being stopped by police. I was required to appear before the Traffic Magistrate Court in Bengaluru. I was convicted and fined INR 5,000. There was no term of imprisonment. I have had no further criminal matters since. I am disclosing this fully as I understand immigration assessments operate independently of any spent conviction provisions."
What this shows: Each Part T entry references the question number it relates to. The entries are factual and brief — they explain the situation without minimising or over-explaining it. The second example explicitly acknowledges spent conviction rules, which demonstrates good faith disclosure. A good Part T entry leaves no ambiguity about what happened and when. See the criminal history guide for more on how to present criminal history.
How to use examples safely
Use these examples to understand the level of detail Form 80 requires in each section. Then gather your own documents and fill in your own information. Do not copy the entries above.
For section-by-section guidance on completing your own Form 80:
- How to fill Form 80 — section by section guide
- Form 80 address history guide
- Form 80 employment history guide
- Form 80 travel history guide
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- It cannot verify the accuracy of information you enter — you are responsible for the correctness of all answers
- It cannot advise on what to disclose in the character sections of your specific application
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Start filling Form 80 — freeFrequently asked questions
How much detail does Form 80 require?
Form 80 requires a complete and detailed personal history. For address history, you need the full street address, suburb, state or country, and start and end dates for every residence in the last 10 years with no gaps. Employment history requires the employer's full name, address, your role, and start and end dates for every position including periods of unemployment.
Can I leave any sections blank in Form 80?
No. Every applicable section must be completed. If a question does not apply to you — for example, military service — mark it explicitly as "Not applicable" or "No". Do not leave questions blank.
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Yes. FormMate 80 guides you through each section of Form 80 one at a time with plain-English explanations of what each question is asking. You can start filling in Form 80 for free and review the completed PDF before uploading it.
What if I do not have exact dates for an address or job?
Use your best estimate based on available records (lease agreements, payslips, bank statements) and note in Part T that the date is approximate and why you cannot confirm it exactly. Do not leave the field blank or omit the entry.
Are there entries I must always make in Form 80?
Yes. Address history, travel history, and employment history must cover the full 10-year period with no unexplained gaps. Family member details, identity information, and the Part S declaration must all be completed. Part T should be used whenever any entry needs explanation or context.
Important: The examples in this guide are entirely fictional and are provided for illustrative purposes only. Do not copy them. FormMate 80 is an independent tool and is not affiliated with the Australian Government or the Department of Home Affairs. It does not provide migration, legal, or visa advice. Always review your completed PDF and consult a registered migration agent for advice specific to your situation.