Hi all, last night I posted a query regarding 189 visa and de facto relationship, and today I have another topic to discuss.
I have submitted, paid, and provided additional information as requested by my CO. My current application status should be awaiting visa decision. I have applied with "SINGLE" marital status and "NO" to including partner in the application. After a(n overdue) research in this forum, I realised that I may be able to include my GF of 7 years. The reason I didn't include her is because I was worried I couldn't prove our de facto status since we are not staying together on a permanent basis, and therefore my application would be rejected. My initial plan was to get the 189 visa, then sponsor her. However, I learned that this is neither a fast nor cheap option.
So my question now is:
At my current visa application status, can I still make changes to my application? Presumably I will be using Form 1023 Notification of Incorrect Answer to change my marital status to "de facto." and "YES" to including partner. I believe Form 1022 Notification of Changes in Circumstances is not applicable here since my relationship should be in effect before my visa application.
Now, it may sound counter-intuitive, but if #1 is valid, I hope to suspend/delay my visa application because I need some time to gather the evidences that may potentially be needed for proving the relationship. I am thinking of writing to my CO and tell them to hold on to my visa decision. Anyone tried this before? Is that even possible?
I know all these seem to be a little too late. I was applying without any help or advice, you see. So kindly forgive my ignorance.
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Edit: On my ImmiAccount, I have attached all requested documents, but I have yet to click the "Request Complete" button.