Interpretation act-s238 โ€” as in force on 2026-06-04 โ€” C2026C00232 ยท Compilation No. 171 โ€” https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2026C00232/latest/text 238 Interpretation In this Subdivision: criterion includes part of a criterion. preliminary visa, means a visa that is usually applied for by persons applying, or intending to apply, for a permanent visa. stay visa means: (a) a permanent visa; or (b) a preliminary visa.