Private Refugee Sponsorship & Resettlement Program
Blended Visa Office-Referred (BVOR) Sponsorship
Support for sponsors considering an available refugee profile through the BVOR matching process.
Overview
BVOR matches eligible private sponsors with refugees identified for resettlement through the government's referral process. Sponsors consider available profiles through the Refugee Sponsorship Training Program (RSTP), rather than nominating a person of their own choosing to this program.
Government and private sponsors share financial support, while sponsors also provide settlement assistance. We help review the proposed match, prepare the undertaking, and organize the group's responsibilities before committing to a case.
Who may consider this: Eligible Sponsorship Agreement Holders, Groups of Five, and community sponsors considering a BVOR sponsorship.
Eligibility Considerations
- An eligible sponsorship group meeting the BVOR requirements
- An available refugee profile accepted through the matching process
- Resources and settlement arrangements appropriate to the proposed sponsorship
How It Works
Group Review
We review your sponsoring group's eligibility and capacity.
Matching Process
The group follows the RSTP process to consider an available profile.
Commitment Planning
We help document funding, housing, and settlement responsibilities for the proposed match.
Sponsorship Application
We prepare and check the undertaking and supporting sponsor documents.
Arrival Preparation
We help the group organize application follow-up and settlement preparations.
Documents You May Need
Document requirements vary by applicant and pathway — not every applicant needs every item below. We confirm your specific list during an assessment.
- Sponsor eligibility and financial records
- Relevant matching correspondence and profile information
- Sponsorship undertaking and settlement plan
Common Issues to Watch For
These are presented to help you prepare, not to cause concern — most are avoidable with careful preparation.
- Assuming BVOR allows a group to nominate a named refugee independently
- Accepting a match without understanding its support requirements
- Leaving settlement tasks or funding responsibilities undefined
How We Help
- Explain the matching and application stages
- Review sponsor documentation and the proposed support plan
- Help prepare a clear sponsorship undertaking
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I select a relative for BVOR?+
BVOR works through available referred profiles, not a sponsor nomination of a particular person. A named family member's options need a separate assessment.
Does shared funding remove the sponsor's responsibilities?+
No. Sponsors still have financial and settlement commitments under the undertaking. We review those commitments before the group proceeds.
The information on this website is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Immigration policies, fees, processing times, and eligibility requirements change frequently. Please verify current requirements with official government sources or a qualified immigration professional before making decisions.