Chippendale20

Once again, thanks to all that have contributed and offered advice and suggestion. You're absolutely right, I was a bit of a prat in not telling DIAC immediately. I was genuinely worried at that stage what my options were as frankly, they looked bleak... Having had a good think about it and based on some of the suggestions I have received today, I think waiting until perhaps August to fly out to Sydney on an ETA and THEN apply for the visa, may well be a better idea. That way, we have the requisite 12 month co-habitation aspect sorted, with no 'murky months'! Madam may have to fly a few weeks earlier, due to her pregnant while flying limits, but surely thats better than incurring the wrath of DIACs heavy mob! Whilst I would never wish to utilise the child as a compelling circumstance with which to bend any rules, it does somewhat offer a little comfort to learn that allowances are sometimes made. Thanks to you all. I just can't wait to get back there now! Best regards, M

Thats a valid point, but the truth is, the de facto was never actually granted. I was only on a BVA then and unable to work. Luckily I had savings but the no work thing, was one of the reasons the previous relationship broke up. My current partner I had known each other previously and it all happened rather quickly after my break up. I was trying hard to find work, but with my specialism, it wasn't working out, so I made the tough choice to tell them it was over, withdrew the visa application and left. However, you are correct in saying that I didn't tell DIAC immediately. Can anyone tell me what happens to an application once withdrawn? Is it simply binned or kept on file just in case? Thanks all! M

I did manage to find this directly from Immi... Paragraph 2, I think is the key point I picked up on... EXPLANATORY STATEMENT Migration Regulations 1994 CLASS OF PERSONS (Paragraphs 010.611(1)© and 020.611(1)(b)) 1. This Instrument is made under paragraphs 010.611(1)© and 020.611(1)(b) of Schedule 2 to the Migration Regulations 1994 (‘the Regulations’). 2. Paragraphs 010.611(1)© and 020.611(1)(b) of Schedule 2 to the Migration Regulations 1994 provide that the Minister may specify, in an Instrument in writing, the classes of persons for whom an associated Bridging A visa or a Bridging B visa is to be granted with nil visa conditions. The application of nil conditions provides the visa holder with unlimited permission to work when the Bridging visa is in effect. 3. The purpose of this Instrument is to specify applicants for an onshore Partner or Parent visa, whose visa application has not been finally determined, as a class of persons for the purposes of Paragraphs 010.611(1)© and 020.611(1)(b). Specifically, onshore Partner and Parent visas include the following visa subclasses: (a) Partner (Subclass 820); (b) Partner (Subclass 801); © Aged Parent (Subclass 804); (d) Contributory Aged Parent Temporary (Subclass 884); and (e) Contributory Aged Parent (Subclass 864). 4. The benefits of this instrument will be: (a) Improvement of client service delivery outcomes by reducing the volume of Bridging visa permission to work application assessments. (b) Improvement of settlement outcomes and increased skill retention for prospective migrants. 5. The Instrument does not affect the arrangements for the visa conditions imposed on Bridging Visa A or Bridging Visa B holders prescribed in the remaining subclauses of paragraphs 010.611 and 020.611. 6. Consultation was not necessary as, under section 18(1) of the Legislative Instruments Act 2003, the Instrument is of a minor or machinery nature and does not substantially alter existing arrangements. 7. The Office of Best Practice Regulation has advised that a Regulation Impact Statement is not required (OBPR Reference 14141). 8. Under section 44 of the Legislative Instruments Act 2003, the Instrument is exempt from disallowance and therefore a Human Rights Statement of Compatibility is not required. 9. The Instrument, IMMI 12/094, commences on 24 November 2012. YAY for BVA holders! This is indeed marvellous news as it now gives us many more options to consider. Thanks to the forum for the knowledge. I had googled but turned up not much. Alas, money is not exactly free flowing right now, so the more I can do without an agent, the better it is. Of course, in difficult times, it may well be money well spent. Thanks again. M

Hello, I do just have one quick question r.e. your first point about the BVA having work rights. I hate to be a pain, but could you direct me to where I may find this information as supplied by DIAC? I've searched high and low, but all I can find, are forum references. I only ask, as the other half as given me the whole 'I'll believe it when I see it' line...! No faith, that woman!!! Thanks in advance, M

Thats AWESOME information! Thank you!!!! This whole situation is freaking out the other half and everything rests on our next steps, so I am VERY grateful to everyone here for their feedback and help. Thanks also for sorting out my formatting! Best regards, M

Well, in keeping with the 'thread' theme, I simply tried to keep it as threadlike as possible....!!! Trust me, I did try and fix it!!! I've had a thought (happens from time to time...) If we were to travel back together with me on an ETA, I could then apply for 801/820 there and be granted a BVA, right? Well, given that madam is unlikely to be working for a while, would this qualify me for financial hardship and the 'no-work' restriction potentially lifted? Given that nobody can categorically confirm this, I don't want to risk it, just in case DIAC refuse. Hmmmmmmm! Thanks again for any help and sarcasm offered. Much appreciated! :wink: Cheers! M

Thanks for the tip. Any idea of whether DIAC would look favourably on the situation? I understand that they tend to only recognise actual children, as opposed to foetuses...! The idea of not being able to work until the visa is granted, doesn't fill me with glee. Still, at least I'd be there. Thanks again for your advice. Much appreciated. M

I have some serious formatting issues, that I have no idea how to rectify... I'm VERY sorry!!! M

[TABLE=class: ev_msg_rowcolor2, width: 1, align: center] [TR] [TD] [/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] Okay, I need some advice, please. I am a 35yr old UK citizen (man), who was sponsored for 4 years in Oz (457). I then applied for a de facto with a partner, but things didn't work out. I withdrew the application and departed Australia. The reason I withdrew it, is that when things didn't work out, I met another girl. We have now been together for almost 18 months. We lived together in Sydney for a few months before I had to leave. Three months later, she joined me in London and we have been here ever since (6 months). In total, we have lived together for the minimum 12 months and can prove it. She is HATING London and wants to move back, so we began making plans to return early, but then....we recently found out she was pregnant. I'm over the moon, but I'm now freaking out that if I apply for an other de-facto visa, it won't be granted in time and I won't be there for the birth of my child. I should point out that there is no way she will have the baby in London! Any help gratefully received on the best course of action. I am an employable business development manager, earning good money, but hanging hopes on getting sponsored again, is not ideal. Might anybody have some magical advice that could get me back to the city that I fell in love with as soon as possible?! Thank you VERY much in advance. Kind regards, Mark

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Hey Dr. Rock, Thanks for your prompt response and please forgive my tardy reply... The 856 visa you mention, is this visa dependant on things like having a degree etc etc. I guess I could be considered a specialist in my field! I am keen to explore this option further. Need to have a word with the powers that be at work. Unfortunately its quite a complicated situation....! Hmmmm, aren't they all! Thanks again for any help offerd. Kindest regards, M

Afternoon All, I'm a Pom and have been here almost four years. I arrived on a WHV, was sponsored on 457 within two weeks and that has only just expired. Last December, my girlfriend and I submitted a de facto application, which is still being processed. Okay, here's the thing. The relationship is not going well and hasn't been for a while. Lovely girl, but we seem to just be going through the motions. I'm not sure how long this will last and I want to know what my options are. I have a company that will sponsor me, but do I have to go offshore to apply for business sponsorship i.e. 457? Any help gratefully received. Thanks all, Chip