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Hi Peeps, I am an Aussie expat who lived in the UK for 20 years I have since migrated back to Australia. I am now working in an established Therapy centre on the beautiful Mid North Coast on NSW. We have two exciting opportunities for sponsorship which I wanted to share with members PomsinOz. Our advertisements can be found on the links below for further information. Applications can be sent to practicemanager@access-potential.com.au 

https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/391672395315369/?source=share

https://www.facebook.com/job_opening/1051289411991427/?source=share

I submitted my application for 100/309 on 19th March 19 in the UK. I’ve heard nothing since other thank a request for a medical which I completed last month.

That's not unusual. Just keep adding files and evidence to all of the sections in immi. We didn't hear a thing until the grant was approved 6 months after we submitted.

Hi all - I love this thread and reading about all of your progress. 
We lodged in April, and have done and our medical as requested.
I am now wondering if we should do our police checks, or wait for them to be requested?? We have been together for 12 years and have two Australian / British children, so have a lot of evidence, but I'm still nervous!
Also, I have lived in the UK since November 2009 - so not quite 10 years - do you think I still need an Aussie police check? 
 
 

Yes and yes. You need to do police checks for applicant and sponsor. If the sponsor has resided in Australia in the last 10 years you need that too. Do Not wait for requests or your application will be delayed. Aim to upload something into every section of the immi upload area. You can click on the drop down boxes to see examples of what types of information is required. Get it all in there!

 

I'm so sorry to hear your grants not in yet!...gggrrrr...how horrid for you!
I don't think RFI applications go to the back of the que. Rather they go to a new RFI que. I'm not sure how many spousal visas the Aussies get each year but I think it's probably in the tens of thousands. So where applications have queries I would think they are moved to a separate pile to be validated. This then causes the backlog as it seems more applications have queries than not, so those with RFI essentially are more plentiful in quantity and take longer to process. Where the RFI needs validation from another agency or organisation this further adds to the timeframe.

I truly hope your grant arrives soon. Your in Oz now arnt you? How is it? Hope your enjoying the weather [emoji16]

Hi there,
I'm a sponsor having lived in the UK since 1996 and meeting partner in 1998 and been together ever since.  Applied for spouse visa in April 19 and hopefully completed correctly, however I haven't done an Australian police check for myself as I haven't lived there for such a long time. I left when I was 26 years of age, does the consensus think I should get one done?
 

I also have been in the UK for several decades. An Australian police check is NOT required if you have resided outside Australia, as the Aussies only check last 10years history. You can find conformation of this by searching Australia police checks. You are required to submit police checks for any country you have been resident of in the last 10years. So if you have only lived in the UK your ACRO report is sufficient.

Hi.

An update from my end. We received an RFI today for my wife's (the sponsor) original birth certificate.

A few calls back to oz and it turns out we can piece together the turn of events from my wife's birth, but there is no birth certificate as she was born in the middle east. We have quite a few supporting documents and birth certificate and registration in the UK and proof of australian citizenship.

But does anyone know of an immigration lawyer in london that knows the australian system? Or would an immigration agent be able to deal with such a complex query? If so can anyone recommend a really good one to go to?

Thanks in anticipation

Any birth certificate is fine, upload all her information into one pdf. This might be her UK birth certificate, her Australian citizenship certificate and any other relating documents which validate her Aussie status. She dosn't need an aussie birth certificate to be Australian. They are just asking for her original birth certificate from where ever it was issued.

Hi all,
We applied for my husband's visa 15 July and still gathering all of the documents. Can anybody confirm if he needs to complete the Form 80 and Form 1221?
TIA! 

Yes to both. Put something in every category that applies to you. The more you give them the less chance they need to ask for anything, which will delay your application. More info the better!

Can anyone recommend a professional CV writer? I'm looking for someone to overhaul a cv for a building maintenance manager (extensive management experience with trades and social housing in the UK) to target facilities management jobs in Australia. Not sure if we should use a UK based service or an Aussie one as the industries do have differences. Anyone have any suggestions or advise? Thank you

NEARLY THE WEEKEND AGAIN!! HAPPY FRIDAY!!! Good luck everyone!! Fingers crossed there is golden ticket delivery today for someone   

11 hours ago, Ben34uk said:

 

Unfortunately there is no complaints procedure we have tried every avenue to sort this out. 

Even while we were on Sunshine Coast in March visiting family I contacted the local mp. Sent them all evidence etc. Unfortunately because it’s in the appeals process now they can’t stand in and neither can the minister of immigration. It’s a case of waiting and if it all falls through then the mp and minister will be happy to then step in. Fingers crossed by Xmas we should know what’s going on as that will be the 18 month time frame. 

Best of luck Ben, please keep us posted. I'm sure there are lots of people here rooting for you!! I hope it doesn't spoil your introduction to Australia. We are hard buggas at times but it will be so worth it once you arrive!! Putting good vibes out there for you. 

14 minutes ago, Ben34uk said:

For some reason technical there end our documents didn’t attach to the application. So after 4 weeks they refused us. 

Also referred to me as a her and she through the rejection letter. 

Ah, that's rubbish Ben34uk!! So sorry to hear of the technical issues you have had. I have seen in this thread someone else who had documents disappear off their account. Is there a complaints department? Are you able to submit a formal complaint to get current status on your application/appeal and lodge a grievance? Have you tried contacting your partners local PM in Australia for some support? Just an idea  

On 09/07/2019 at 17:55, Ben34uk said:

Everyone on here needs to count there lucky stars that there visas are going through within 12 months. I’m still waiting after 16 months of an appeal so hopefully in next 6 months I should hear something positive and that they grant me straight away. Because if it has to go back to embassy after the appeal then god knows how long it will be before I get there

Hi Ben34uk, Do you mind me asking what the complication is that has resulted in an appeal? You don't have to give personal info of cause, but I'm just wondering if this is something the rest of us can avoid by you sharing? 

I called a private migration agent on Friday to check what our options may be if the 309 is not granted by the time we need it in September. I was wondering if there is a bridging visa for spouses who are waiting for 309, but unfortunately, there is no other option. My husband has been delaying looking for work due to the visa process as we did not want him to find work that he could not accept. The agent advised him to start looking for employment and double end our applications if he was lucky enough to find a job that would also give a working sponsorship. However, it was the agent's opinion that the spousal 309 would probably beat a work sponsor visa at this stage. The agent's guestimate was that we should hear this month or next for RFI and confirmed trends were about 6months for London applications. Fingers crossed for some news this week. Like @ga_brysia I'd just be happy to see someone receive a grant so we know the queue is still moving. GOOD LUCK EVERYONE! 

That's it, still no visa but I couldn't take the silence any longer the champagne was opened tonight lol [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23]
This stress is putting inches in my waistline too [emoji38]
Just a little hello to everyone like myself and who is going crazy with the process, you are not alone. 

Hahaha....I love the champers idea...cheers, let's hope we have some movement this week [emoji1635]

We feel the same, my poor hubby going spare now as I will have to go without him in September as the children start new schools and I am moving my business so we can't keep waiting. He can't afford to give up his job and be unemployed in Oz so it's a difficult time. I think we just keep taking it one day at a time, in pure hope that at any moment it could be our turn [emoji847][emoji120]

Keeping fingers crossed that the start of the new financial year brings some grants. [emoji1696] We’ve now been waiting for 8 months without any movement. It’s very frustrating as feel I can’t make plans. How’s everyone coping? X

Ps: best of luck with your grant. You must be next in the que so make sure you post here when it's received so we can applaud!![emoji847]

 

 

...If anyone has any advice or words of support when it comes to their dog flying over, we'd love to here them!

Hi kfr, I'm flying my pets over, see above posts. 2 dogs 1 cat and my small horse stud 5x ponies. I have used Golden Arrow Shippers on a silver service. Did the rabies vacs with vet myself and now Golden Arrow are handling flights and quarantine. My pets are flying in September. I suggest you book quarintine asap as they have limited spaces so if you have a prefered date you need to book in advance and before booking flights as these need to tie in together. I'm not worried about the pet transport, they get 5* treatment and you will be paying for a specialist service. I've worked for a horse transporter for years so know how great the staff are. Your bully will be adorded by everyone. Think of it as a holiday for him. [emoji16]. Pm me if you want any more info. Raylene

How on Earth did you reply to that section?! I consider myself fairly tech savvy but...

Hi Nicola, click on the 'quote' link under the post that you want to respond to. If you are using a PC you can simply edit the quote or type your message straight under it. On your phone you need to click 'quote' then 'edit' to edit the quote your responding too. You can then change the quote but careful not to delete the coding out or it won't work. Type your message under the quote and presto! Re: pets I will message you privately so not to clog up this feed but yes it's appt of animals as we have a pony stud and I won't go home without them. I highly recommend using Golden Arrow Shippers :)

 

 

 

...and we have dog travel to arrange ...

 

 

Hi Nicola, have you sorted your dog transport yet? I'm moving 2 dogs, and cat and 5 horses! (Don't ask:rolls eyes) A word of warning, the booking process for quarintine needs to be done before flights and after rabies vacs. Timing this is critical to your own flights. Message me privately if you need any info. Our pets are all booked in now so just hubbies visa to go and we are away! [emoji38]

 

Trying to go by trends this should be the sort of time I should be hearing about any RFIs.
I had my medical last week, have received my police check and need to complete my wifes (the aussie) and upload it when received.
I am putting the slight delay down to being the end of the financial year.
Has anyone else that lodged their application in February heard anything?

We lodged on 31st Jan and had everything including medicals, police, and supporting docs for applicant and sponsor uploaded by end March. Not heard a dicky bird yet. We have since added a statement to include details of our house purchase in oz which completed end May. Status remains as 'received'.

I totally agree,  I'm almost as obsessed with checking this forum as my immi account...  

Hi Mccp, how frustrating for you. Any day now I'm sure!! My husband has been so itchy about it that he has written a statement about our house sale completing and our children starting school in Sept and uploaded it to immi as suppliment info. We will be separated in September if the visa is not granted soon as my husband simply can not leave is job until he can work at the other end. We can't afford for him to resign until he is in a position to be recruited again. Worrying for us as a family right now. I'd feel better if the immi status changed so at least someone has picked up the application. I hope yours comes in soon...wishing for you :)

 

 

 

It has got waaaaay to quiet on here. I didn't mind not getting my own grant as long as I could see other people getting granted but just seems to be nothing much of late. 

 

Agree with you, WAY too quiet. We are waiting on the list above with others who submitted at the same time as us having already been granted or RFI requested. We have jobs and schools to move to in September...clocks ticking. Fingers crossed we see a bumper lot come in soon.

 

As for visa, I would think no probs if you have a return ticket. Just dont over stay. Good luck.

 

7 hours ago, Mani1987 said:

Visa applied 12 June 2018

Medical and pcc asked 12 June 2019

Subitted both 24 June 2019

How long it's take after medical and pcc

Current processing times are 14-19 months. You will now need to login to your Immi account and upload the requested information for the Applicant and the Sponsor (spouse).  

I think its best to get the application submitted and then keep uploading all the requested documents as you have them. At least then you are in the cue. There is a clear section for both the Applicant and the Sponsor, in the immi account once you have submitted. You should aim to put at least one supporting document in each section that applies to you. My advice is to submit the application, get the medical sorted and then work through the lists.  The timeline is very long and slow, so the longer you wait to submit the application the longer it will take for you to get to Australia. If you are applying from London there is a good thread on here that is worth following so check that out too. 

Dosn't it just. I'm thinking always best to have more school than less particularly at the later stages of education. Not so hard to recover when your child is young but for a teen I'm feeling concerned. It could take her a year to u derstand the curriculum and teaching styles,make friends and learn where everything is. I have made a telephone appointment with principles, see what they think. Grrr...just when you think you have is sussed [emoji51]

I see.  My daughter started Highschool in the September in the UK and then year 7 here in WA was primary school so she did 3 months HS and then a year primary before going to HS.  Moving to a new country has it's challenges and education is one of them.