Lzhgwyzd Posted April 26, 2017 Share Posted April 26, 2017 The new policy will affect even those who lodged before 19 April. My spouse and I have spent $700 for medical as asked by dibp but probably will not be granted under the new policy. Can I ask a compensation for the medical if that is the case? I think it is totally unfair as they change the rule when the game is 'playing ', and I think we are paying the application fee so we are also a consumer, will we protected by consumer law? it just like I see a promotion in a restaurant which I am eligible so I book a party and organize everything and also paid the restaurant, but suddenly they change the role so I am no longer eligible for this promotion. Is it legal to do so? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaggieMay24 Posted April 26, 2017 Share Posted April 26, 2017 DIBP isn't responsible for the costs of medicals, police checks, skills assessments, etc. At best you may get a refund of the application fee if they've changed the criteria and you are no longer eligible for a visa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rammygirl Posted April 26, 2017 Share Posted April 26, 2017 Can I ask what you applied for? The 20th April deadline was for citizenship which does not require a medical. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaggieMay24 Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 The April 19th deadline he is referring to is changes to the 457 visa, which does require a medical check. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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