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3 hours ago, rtritudr said:

If he's in the UK on the strength of his Australian passport, then banks are going to be weary about opening an account for him due to Anti-Money-Laundering laws.

Plenty of Australians live in the UK and open banks accounts without any issues.  That’s the same for many thousands of others living/working in the UK with a passport from another country.  His passport will not stop him opening a bank account.   This persons situation is even easier as the application to open an account will ask him for his nationalities.  He can put UK and Australian.  No one will be asked to evidence their nationality, they are asked for a document that identifies them, such as their passport. 

I’d suggest you reach out to Paul above who is a known and highly regarded migrant agent on this forum.  

6 hours ago, Barry Harper said:

I was three years old when I went to Australia with mum and dad however I am now 21 and just returned with mum and family back to United Kingdom. I am living with my grandparents and now I find it hard to get passport. NHS number register for a doctor and leave my driving license as it is Australian passport authorities now saying because I am 21. My birth certificate doesn’t mean nothing so I know am I to register as a British citizen? I was born in this country. My mum and dad were born in this country. My grandparents are born in this country and yet I am up all the trouble , to access my Australian bank account as I cannot open a bank account in the UK 

Why not just apply for a UK passport and then many other things will be easier.  You don’t have to apply for citizenship, you already are a citizen.  Why can you not open a bank account? That’s nothing to do with being British, Australian or anything else.  You’ll need identification (you have your Australian passport) and you’ll need evidence of your address.  Ask your grandparent to phone up one of their utility suppliers (BT/Gas/Electric etc) and add you to their bill.  Then they need to ask for a bill to be sent out to them and it will include your name.  There you have it, your proof of address.  Just google how to find my NHS number or even ask a local doctors surgery if they know how. Not sure what you mean regarding your driving license.  A birth certificate is not evidence of identity.  It states that on it.  Good to have though and hopefully your mum still has yours.  If not, easy to get a replacement.  Local registers will help although probably all done online now so that’s another easy google search.  Add how to get a NI number to your google list.  I don’t think you have trouble, you just need to work through a simple tick list to get all what you need. Write a list and tick it off as you get it sorted.  Good luck. 

8 hours ago, Toots said:

I couldn't live in one of those houses even if they were half the price.

 

I couldn’t either.  That’s a very depressing photo.  Those houses won’t win awards for their kerb appeal that’s for sure.  

21 minutes ago, BendigoBoy said:

Would take an RMA to advise on the likelihood of working rights if on a bridging visa. In most circumstances if transitioning from a tourist visa, my guess would be a no to that.

There is no bridging visa for a 50 year old parent.  They would have to be a minimum of 67 years to get one. 

On 15/04/2024 at 10:45, Big Fordie said:

We applied for the onshore visa 143 visa 3 years ago and have now decided after 17 years travelling back and forth to see our only son who has now a 1 year daughter to sell up and finally move to Oz and apply for the Visa 864.

We are now in our seventies and travelling to Oz is  now getting to be a bit of a problem.

Do you lose your queue date when apply for the contribution aged parent visa 864.

Also I know contributory 143 applicants are now have a 12 year time date but don’t know when ours would be approved after 3 years.

We could apply for the cheaper visa 804 wait time 30 years and spend the £50.000 plus on getting premium health insurance.

Would be nice to hear people’s views on the choice for 2 seventy year olds a 864 or 804 (We are both very fit maybe due to all the walking done in Oz)

 

Best wishes and good luck to all parents.

 

 

 

 

Have you considered the 870? You can get a maximum of 2 of these at 5 years duration each.  That would likely see you through to grant of your 143.  You do have to leave Australia after one and stay offshore for 90 days but that aside it might work for you.  Please do speak to a professional though before doing something that may not be your best option (I am no expert)  Alan who has commented above is a highly regarded migrant agent.  You’d do well to reach out to him.  

2 hours ago, tina1606 said:

Hello all, 

we have just started our visa process for a 186 visa. Our 7 year old has been on a ADHD waiting list for the past year but now that we want to make the move, I realise it might be a problem. Now we are thinking to take him off the waiting list but could that still be a problem as they will see that he was on a waiting list? 

Thanks

I understand they ask you if you have any concerns and/or if you have ever referred him to any specialistic.   As your answer would have to be yes, I can’t see that taking him off the list would work.  

9 hours ago, VicPom said:

Blue Manna..... I've noticed that the people who never really settle here and fully commit to Australia are the ones phoning home weekly and use their annual leave taking trips back. This leads to restlessness. I came out to Australia on a working holiday visa and i just never felt ready to go back. I knew it was a great place to succeed and I'm a better person for it. I will say the moment my son was born though helped, and I felt more Australian than British from then on.

Good point Marisawright , i'm not sure the UK is the place i left 20 yrs ago, I've probably watched too many episodes of escape to the country and thought that if i convert my Aus$ into GBP it will go much further but that aside, the truth is when my partner and I are long gone (in heaven or hell ) my son will have no family here and we have decided that this is a reason to plan a relocation in the future.

 

It’s very likely your son will have the most  important family close to him (his own family) by the time you are no longer alive. 

9 hours ago, VicPom said:

Blue Manna..... I've noticed that the people who never really settle here and fully commit to Australia are the ones phoning home weekly and use their annual leave taking trips back. This leads to restlessness. I came out to Australia on a working holiday visa and i just never felt ready to go back. I knew it was a great place to succeed and I'm a better person for it. I will say the moment my son was born though helped, and I felt more Australian than British from then on.

Good point Marisawright , i'm not sure the UK is the place i left 20 yrs ago, I've probably watched too many episodes of escape to the country and thought that if i convert my Aus$ into GBP it will go much further but that aside, the truth is when my partner and I are long gone (in heaven or hell ) my son will have no family here and we have decided that this is a reason to plan a relocation in the future.

 

Does the ‘we’ that’s decided include your son?

6 minutes ago, can1983 said:

There has to be some mechanism when one parent is absent and not contactable.....

I expect there maybe something that can be done but not sure.  Important he’s made aware of it though as no one wants to fall at the last hurdle. That’s another thing the poster can discuss with an agent when they engage with one. 

14 minutes ago, MrTee said:

Yes no issue on that score ... she moved back to her country of origin without even telling us! (had separated years earlier)

Hopefully you’re still in contact as you will still need her permission to take your daughter to Australia.  
 

Just in case you didn’t notice the signature,  wrussell who commented above is a known migrant agent on this forum.  Perhaps reach out to him. 

3 hours ago, Big Fordie said:

Just back after 6 weeks in Oz worst goodbye ever. Been doing it 17 years now but now saying goodbye to only son and first granddaughter.We are into 4 years of a 143 visa and now looking at least another 8 years.We are now going for a 5 year 870 visa more money !The question I would like help with is, shall we buy or rent with the money from our house sale.Our ages are 77 & 69. Interest from capital from sale of UK home could go towards rental and we would then still have capital to leave our family.Buying is going to cost a lot with stamp duty and FRIB costs, also my son and family are in Sydney so prices are real high so buying we would end up with an inferior property then we have now,renting would give us a more appropriate accommodation.Please let me know your thoughts.Many thanks and best wishes to all 143 visa applicants.

 

 

 

I’d be tempted to buy.  At least then you’re settled.  If you rent you could get asked to leave and then you’d have to find somewhere else and the same could happen again and again.  Do what’s best for you and don’t worry about what you leave to the family.  When you’re gone they can have what’s left but it’s yours to enjoy in whatever way you want to while you’re still here.  Re your visa choice.  Can I ask, why didn’t you go for the 864 visa.  Pretty much the same as the 143 but you could have remained in Australia on a bridging visa until it was granted. Same cost but would have saved you flight costs, heartaches and expensive 870 costs. 

2 hours ago, Daniellequinn46 said:

Thank you so much. I'll take a look and speak to them. I've seen quite a few. I'm sure they be able to advise me better

Paul who’s commented above is a regular agent on here and is highly regarded.

I’d suggest you have a consultation with a migration agent.  They can tell you if you stand a chance of getting a visa and what you need to do to make it happen if not.  There are several agents who regularly post on this forum and they are highly regarded. 

The partner visa sounds the best option.  It’s not cheap but it will allow you to work so you can earn the money that you paid out for the visa.  It will also cover you for all those trips you make in the future (although at some point you’ll need RRV) best to contact Paul above for a consultation. 

6 hours ago, rammygirl said:

Re the ISA. Not really worth keeping unless you may return to the UK. The ATO does not recognise the tax free status so the interest will be taxed. 

Especially when there’s savings accounts with far higher interest rates.  

Just wait until you get out there.  Easy enough to use your UK one in those early weeks.

3 hours ago, Drumbeat said:

That's a big assumption, you have no idea of the full story here 

2 hours ago, Drumbeat said:

 Telling someone their partner is being selfish is addressing potential issues - yeah whatever you say.

 

I never said she was being selfish.  I mentioned putting her needs before others but that doesn’t equate to being selfish.  Sometimes we have to put our needs before others.  People who emigrate often do that.  Their parents and extended families will likely be devastated they are moving away, even if they are happy for them. We see those scenarios mentioned on here all the time.  To suggest the wording I used is the same as selfish would make a huge amount of people on here selfish.  They are not selfish to move, they have every right to do that even if they think they are putting their needs before others.  Had the poster said my wife and I are keen to move but the kids have the hump my comments would have been different.  The poster sounds quite stressed about the idea.  There is nothing wrong with him knowing/being reassured that his feelings (and his kids) are real and should be taken into consideration. 

Some really good comments on here.  Your wife did chose to marry and raise a family in the UK.  Now she wants to uproot everyone because she wants to move.  I get it, she has a desire to return home.  But it’s not all about her now, she has a husband and children to consider.  If she knows the rest of her family don’t want to move yet she is still pushing for it then she is clearly putting her needs before everyone else’s.  You have much to consider but don’t go and drag your kids there if it’s not for you.  It could be life changing for them and not in a good way.  If you really want to go too then go.  In the end kids have to go where the parents take them.  From what you are saying though it sounds like the whole family has to go somewhere they don’t want to just to please your wife.  That’s not good. 

1 hour ago, paulhand said:

That's a shame in hindsight as it's not needed anymore for UK passport holders!

You don't need a lawyer - consult a Registered Migration Agent ... and you are wrong about the motives of most of my colleagues. We take pride in helping people achieve their migration goals.

It is very evident that you and the other agents on here take exceptional pride over helping people achieve their goals.

2 hours ago, Caroline01 said:

Why would you wait over 12 years for a 2 year visa??

Because the two year visa no longer exists.  Many years ago the wait times were very small.  Now it’s a different story.  At your age you can only apply for the 143 (when your daughter gets PR and assuming you meet the balance of family test) then it’s a long waiting game.  You can go on to have various temporary visas while waiting but none that give you work rights.  I really do suggest you reach out to an agent as what they say will be correct and you will at least know exactly where you stand.  Good luck. 

5 hours ago, excitedbutterrified said:

Hypothetical question as we have no plans to emigrate at the moment.

But we have 2 dogs, a spaniel and a labradoodle who are used to spending every waking moment together.  if we were ever to make the move, they would be coming with us. Could they travel together in the same crate / cage, and stay together through quarantine?

I believe certain size dogs can be in the same crate together for the flight (small dogs so yours may well be too big) As for quarantine, no they have to be separate.  They will try and put them in adjoining kennels if possible but they have to be separate.  I guess thats the nature of quarantine.  

4 hours ago, Cheery Thistle said:

Just recounting my own traumatic experience and explaining why we’ll be taking full cover.
 

My next door neighbour (and friend) also had a stroke (aged 43) 5 years ago and we waited 6 hours on that ambulance. We live a 5 minute drive from a hospital. The one where I had to drive my husband he was actually already at A and E in our local hospital and they said he would have to wait 12 hours for a transfer to Edinburgh RI. After me driving him through they sent him home, only for him to be transferred in 23 minutes the following day and operated on immediately for what they originally missed. How an A and E can have no available wheelchairs in a first world country in 2021 I will never understand. 
My reference to the ££ for the braces was for Australia (should have been $$ maybe) as it’s looking like she’ll have to wait until we get there for them. She would get them free here. 
My experience is real and valid. 
 

Why would anyone wait 6 hours for an ambulance when someone could drive them to the hospital just 5 minutes away? With a stroke that could be the difference between life or death or normal life/severely comprised.  You say ‘we waited’ so I don’t understand why someone didn’t drive the neighbour/organise a taxi.   

I’d suggest you speak with a MARA registered agent, there are several excellent ones on here) I notice your signature says you have a 143 parent visa? 

You won’t get insurance on your mums car using an Australian license.  If you had a UK one you could but they do ask the question ‘is the driver a UK resident’  It’s the not living in the UK that is the issue, not just the license.  So, when the insurance  company asked that question/or it’s stated online, if you answer it correctly you wouldn’t be put on the policy.  If you answer it incorrectly (pretending you live there) the insurance is invalid and unfortunately it’s poor mum that will be in trouble as the policy holder is responsible for providing the correct information and ensuring the person driving her car has valid insurance.