gtaylor30 24 Posted January 20, 2014 Hi there, I'm just waiting for my skills assessment to come through before applying for a 189 visa. It'll be just me. I am however still technically married to my ex wife, who will very definitely not ever be included in my application. Since I have no divorce decree or legal separation certificate, what do I need to put on the EOI? IELTS average 8.5 (Sept 2013) L:8.5, R:8, W:8.5, S:9, ACS skills assessment submitted 17/12/2013, positive result on 17/3/2014. EOI submitted 17/3/2014, 75 points. Invite 23/3/2014. 189 Visa application made 24/3/2014. Medical 27/3/2014. PCC 10/4/2014. DIRECT GRANT May 13th. Moved to Wyndham Vale September 12 2014. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lebourvellec 738 Posted January 20, 2014 separated....I think there is an option for this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gtaylor30 24 Posted January 20, 2014 separated....I think there is an option for this There is, but I'm concerned that as the guidance states providing separation certificates etc., which are only awarded if you are formally legally separated, and I haven't gone this route, that all the information has to match. So, should I put separated or married basically? IELTS average 8.5 (Sept 2013) L:8.5, R:8, W:8.5, S:9, ACS skills assessment submitted 17/12/2013, positive result on 17/3/2014. EOI submitted 17/3/2014, 75 points. Invite 23/3/2014. 189 Visa application made 24/3/2014. Medical 27/3/2014. PCC 10/4/2014. DIRECT GRANT May 13th. Moved to Wyndham Vale September 12 2014. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lebourvellec 738 Posted January 20, 2014 The problem with this is you are asked if migrating with you - you say no......but they will still require medical. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gtaylor30 24 Posted January 20, 2014 The problem with this is you are asked if migrating with you - you say no......but they will still require medical. Really? They require a medical even though they have nothing to do with it? IELTS average 8.5 (Sept 2013) L:8.5, R:8, W:8.5, S:9, ACS skills assessment submitted 17/12/2013, positive result on 17/3/2014. EOI submitted 17/3/2014, 75 points. Invite 23/3/2014. 189 Visa application made 24/3/2014. Medical 27/3/2014. PCC 10/4/2014. DIRECT GRANT May 13th. Moved to Wyndham Vale September 12 2014. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bonnie Durmic 10 Posted January 20, 2014 Hi You put the status as separated. You will not need a separation certificate, but may need to provide a Statutory Declaration or other evidence (an agent can assist in directing you on this). Best wishes Bonnie Durmic Managing Director - iVisas (MARN 0531273) web: www.ivisas.com.au | skype: ivisas | mobile: +61-413-118-259 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bonnie Durmic 10 Posted January 20, 2014 Oh and the medical is for non-migrating family members but if you are separated you will not even name her until the visa application where your form 80 will ask the names of all previous partners. Bonnie Durmic Managing Director - iVisas (MARN 0531273) web: www.ivisas.com.au | skype: ivisas | mobile: +61-413-118-259 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gtaylor30 24 Posted January 20, 2014 Many thanks Bonnie! IELTS average 8.5 (Sept 2013) L:8.5, R:8, W:8.5, S:9, ACS skills assessment submitted 17/12/2013, positive result on 17/3/2014. EOI submitted 17/3/2014, 75 points. Invite 23/3/2014. 189 Visa application made 24/3/2014. Medical 27/3/2014. PCC 10/4/2014. DIRECT GRANT May 13th. Moved to Wyndham Vale September 12 2014. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
janeygbr 10 Posted February 3, 2014 Hi - i'm in the same situation as you - have you done this statutory declaration yet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gtaylor30 24 Posted February 3, 2014 I haven't done it yet, as I'm still at the skills assessment stage. I have it in mind to do though when I submit the EOI. IELTS average 8.5 (Sept 2013) L:8.5, R:8, W:8.5, S:9, ACS skills assessment submitted 17/12/2013, positive result on 17/3/2014. EOI submitted 17/3/2014, 75 points. Invite 23/3/2014. 189 Visa application made 24/3/2014. Medical 27/3/2014. PCC 10/4/2014. DIRECT GRANT May 13th. Moved to Wyndham Vale September 12 2014. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nedz77 10 Posted January 17, 2016 I haven't done it yet, as I'm still at the skills assessment stage. I have it in mind to do though when I submit the EOI. Hi. May i know how did u get the statutory declaration? Cos we have the same situation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racmac 10 Posted January 17, 2016 You could start divorce proceedings? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nedz77 10 Posted January 18, 2016 You could start divorce proceedings?But we don't have divorce in our country. Even i don't include him in my application do I still need to get his medical done? Cos he will not cooperate in getting his medical. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nemesis 2,013 Posted January 18, 2016 Hi. May i know how did u get the statutory declaration? Cos we have the same situation. You don't get one, you write one, which explains the situation -including the fact that you cannot divorce in your country. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nedz77 10 Posted January 18, 2016 You don't get one, you write one, which explains the situation -including the fact that you cannot divorce in your country. Ok. But do i need to change my relationship status in my visa application from married to separated? Because when i submitted my EOI i stated that I am married but actually separated but not legally. So when I lodge my visa i need to change it right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nedz77 10 Posted January 18, 2016 Ok. But do i need to change my relationship status in my visa application from married to separated? Because when i submitted my EOI i stated that I am married but actually separated but not legally. So when I lodge my visa i need to change it right? Hope someone can help me on my queries. Cos I am really worried. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisab 10 Posted February 18, 2016 Hi, does anyone have info or advice about how to get the statutory declaration? I am still legally married to my ex but currently in a de facto relationship. I have been invited but not yet submitted the visa.... I can easily prove the de facto relationship but not sure what is needed to prove the separation. ANMAC: 4/12/15. IELTS (2nd attempt: overall 8.5): 23/1/16. EOI (60 points): 7/2/16. Invitation (for 189) 17/2/16. Visa lodged: 11/3/16. CO assigned: 4/4/16. Form 80 uploaded: 11/4/16. AHPRA: 12/4/16. Medicals: 16/4/16... VISA GRANTED: 11/5/16 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tulip1 4,954 Posted February 18, 2016 Why don't you just get divorced? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MaggieMay24 1,518 Posted February 19, 2016 Hi, does anyone have info or advice about how to get the statutory declaration? I am still legally married to my ex but currently in a de facto relationship. I have been invited but not yet submitted the visa.... I can easily prove the de facto relationship but not sure what is needed to prove the separation. As posted above, you don't get a statutory declaration. You write a statutory declaration. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisab 10 Posted February 19, 2016 Thanks ANMAC: 4/12/15. IELTS (2nd attempt: overall 8.5): 23/1/16. EOI (60 points): 7/2/16. Invitation (for 189) 17/2/16. Visa lodged: 11/3/16. CO assigned: 4/4/16. Form 80 uploaded: 11/4/16. AHPRA: 12/4/16. Medicals: 16/4/16... VISA GRANTED: 11/5/16 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Baron Li Posted March 17, 2016 Hi, does anyone have info or advice about how to get the statutory declaration? I am still legally married to my ex but currently in a de facto relationship. I have been invited but not yet submitted the visa.... I can easily prove the de facto relationship but not sure what is needed to prove the separation. https://www.ag.gov.au/Publications/Documents/CommonwealthStatutorydeclarationform.pdf just the file same situation! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
