The island is subject to separate immigration controls from the remainder of Australia. Until recently immigration to Norfolk Island even by other Australian citizens was heavily restricted. In 2012, immigration controls were relaxed with the introduction of an Unrestricted Entry Permit for all Australian and New Zealand citizens upon arrival and the option to apply for residency; the only criteria are to pass a police check and be able to pay into the local health scheme. From 1 July 2016, the Australian migration system will replace the immigration arrangements currently maintained by the Norfolk Island Government. COUNT 5
QSN1 What has been heavily restricted in Norfolk Island, until recently? ANS1 immigration QSN2 When were the immigration protocols relaxed in Norfolk Island? ANS2 2012 QSN3 What aided in the relaxation of immigration protocols to Norfolk Island? ANS3 an Unrestricted Entry Permit for all Australian and New Zealand citizens QSN4 What must Australian and New Zealand citizens do in order to apply for residency in Norfolk Island?  ANS4 pass a police check and be able to pay into the local health scheme QSN5 When will the Australian migration system replace Norfolk Island's immigration policies? ANS5 1 July 2016