My visa history is a bit complicated — I was originally on a Subclass 482 for 2 yrs, then had to go on a COVID visa because of employer-related issues/delays on my 3rd yr, and now I’m back on a Subclass 482 with the same employer for 4-5 years.
My current visa expires on a Saturday, and an immigration lawyer advised me to lodge a new 482 before the expiry date as it falls on a Saturday, then lodge the 186 on the following Monday.
But that’s a huge extra cost, and I’m wondering — is it risky to just lodge the 186 on Friday (the day before expiry) instead?
My concern is that if I lodge Friday, I might be 1 day short of the 2-year requirement, having my covid year not eligible..
Has anyone been in a similar situation with day count?
Would really appreciate hearing real experiences. Thanks!