Becwiley Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 We have just tried to apply for a visa, last year I was diagnosed with cancer I am now in remission but have been told I am unable to get a visa forever because of this, does anyone else have any dealings with this and how they either overcome it or any loop holes which they know. Many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzukiscottie Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 Plenty of people get visas with a medical history of cancer (myself included). Everyone's circumstances are individual to themselves. Supporting evidence from your health practitioner would likely be required as part of the visa process. No "loopholes", just follow the established process. Get professional assistance from a Registered migration agent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Becwiley Posted February 13, 2015 Author Share Posted February 13, 2015 Can I ask who you used visa wise? I rang the visa bureau and they literally said no it's a definite no for life! We could not believe it as cancer is now like 1 in 2 people, we felt there would be others. Thank you so much you have given me the hope I needed x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lebourvellec Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 George Lombard and Peter Bollard are the two agents recommended for people with medical issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Becwiley Posted February 13, 2015 Author Share Posted February 13, 2015 Thank you I will contact both of these! I said cancer wasn't impossible to get rid of throughout my treatment so I'll be damned if this is x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzukiscottie Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 I used ISA Group in Perth ( I'm in Melbourne). Employer sponsored 186 after being on a 457 for 4 years. Cancer in year 2 of the 457, major head and neck surgery, radiotherapy, other secondary issues following that. Quite an extensive medical history of many different problems in that time. Followed the usual process, sent for medical with all of the family, I was referred for further info which was provided by my medical team. No further concerns from immigration and Pr granted last July. Are the visa bureau Mara registered? I'd shop around for other expert advice if I were you. There are several migration agents on the forums here. Do a search for "medical issues" or something like that. There's been plenty of other threads of a similar nature. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelz Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 We have just tried to apply for a visa, last year I was diagnosed with cancer I am now in remission but have been told I am unable to get a visa forever because of this, does anyone else have any dealings with this and how they either overcome it or any loop holes which they know. Many thanks Have you applied for 189 visa? Has your visa been refused due to your medicals or do you still need to go through this process?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scattley Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 It's not impossible to get a visa but generally you need to be cancer fresh for a minimum of five years before there is no issue. You might need to wait a couple of years more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceddy Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Hi, I was granted a permanent visa 3 and half years after Breast Cancer, I took a supporting letter from my oncologist to the medical,I had no issue.I am not on any medication, but had the most aggressive form of cancer, I really did not expect to be granted, but more than happy that I was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 We have just tried to apply for a visa, last year I was diagnosed with cancer I am now in remission but have been told I am unable to get a visa forever because of this, does anyone else have any dealings with this and how they either overcome it or any loop holes which they know. Many thanks Sorry hun but this is a load of codswhallop (sp) who told you this? You have those above who are here and I'm another one and since being here i have had problems. George Lombard is the person to contact, he is an agent who has an ex medical officer on his team so they know what can and can't be done. Please don't worry. I know I was so worried that I was the one who was going to stop my family moving but I didnt. My medical was refered but that's all. Hugs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzukiscottie Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 It's not impossible to get a visa but generally you need to be cancer fresh for a minimum of five years before there is no issue. You might need to wait a couple of years more Sorry, no offence, but that comment is not accurate in the slightest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Sorry, no offence, but that comment is not accurate in the slightest. It use to be many moons ago, you had to be clear for 6 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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