We are planning to apply for a 143/173 visa for my mother in law and had a few questions that we hope someone could help us with.
The form asks for level of English by the applicant. How significant is this as she has very little English ability?
The form also asks how much money she is bringing to the country. Is it a problem if she doesn't bring anything. We have funds available in our offset mortgage account to cover the application and Aos. Would it be helpful to transfer this money into a normal bank account for the duration of the application process?
When calculating income for Aos is this based on the individual's income or the households income?
Am I correct in understanding that the application fee is paid straight away and the first payment and aos are lodged on approval of the visa with the secon payment (173 visa) paid 2 years later?
Apart from cost and payment structure does it make any difference to apply for the 143 over the 173?
many thanks for any information you can give me.
