COVID 19 What you need to know about Partner Visa

1/4/2020

CORONAVIRUS has indeed changed the world.!

A lot of countries have closed their borders to prevent the spread of this virus.

Here’s some info you need to know about Partner Visa in Australia.

IF YOU ARE OUTSIDE AUSTRALIA AND CAN'T RETURN TO AUSTRALIA BEFORE YOUR VISA EXPIRES AND WANT TO RETURN.

You will need to apply for a new visa once the travel restrictions are lifted.

IF YOU ARE IN AUSTRALIA AND YOU WANT TO STAY FURTHER.

You must apply for a new visa before your current visa expires. You might be granted a bridging visa that will keep you lawful until a decision is made on your visa application.

CAN'T PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION DUE TO OFFICE CLOSURE (HEALTH OR POLICE CLEARANCES, BIOMETRICS, ENGLISH LANGUAGE TESTING)

You will be given additional time to complete checks and provide requested information.

IF YOU ARE OUTSIDE AUSTRALIAN AND HOLDS A BRIDGING VISA.

If your Bridging visa expires and you are outside Australia, you will need to apply for another visa. Bridging visas cannot be granted if you are outside Australia.

PROCESSING VISA APPLICATIONS

Be aware that some services relating to the visa application process may be impacted by COVID-19.

VISA MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS

Be aware of disruptions to visa medical services, both in Australia and outside Australia, due to COVID-19.

Immigration is aware of the disruptions. they will extend timeframes in to account when considering your visa application.

For more info please visit he link below:
https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/all-visa-holders#a

Partner Visa Cost in Australia too high?

2/2/2020

Are Partner Visa Costs in Australia fair?

What! Are You Serious? This is the reaction when I tell people about the fees that are payable to lodge Partner Visas in Australia. It is an understandable reaction as it is a significant amount of money to pay.

Cost of Partner Visa in Australia tests the best of relationships

The cost of Partner Visas in Australia has rapidly increased over the last 10 years.
From just a few thousand dollars to almost $8000 is a huge increase in such a short space of time. In fact, Partner Visa fees in Australia are amongst the highest in the world. However, this has not decreased the demand to apply for Partner visas as it provides a pathway to permanent residency in Australia (ohh you can also be with your partner, which is nice :)).

It is not just the Partner Visa fees ....

The Partner Visa costs payable can be even higher if you have children with fees of $3,860 for over 18’s and $1,935 for under 18s payable. This is just the start, further fees can include the cost of Migration Agent fees ($3000 to $6000), health checks ($300+), police checks ($50-$150), airfares, relocation costs. The overall Partner Visa costs in Australia can easily balloon to in excess of $20,000 AUD.

To read the full article and to find out about students and Partner Visas please click the link below:

www.visamakersonline.com.au/blog/Partner_Visa_Cost_In_Australia

Breaking News! Caught on Camera! Hardeep Gets His Skilled Visa for Australia Approved!

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Hardeep Gets His Skilled Visa for Australia Approved!

Captured on video for the first time in Australia, the phone call that changes everything. Check out Hardeep receiving a phone call from me (Andrew) telling him the great news that his Skilled visa for Australia has been approved. Big congratulations to Hardeep and his partner, now you can relax and enjoy your new life in Australia!!

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