ATE Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 23 hours ago, xmascreek said: I'd be interested to see if yours has come through now ? Sounds like a similar case to mine and we got it in 4 weeks Nothing through at all, spoke with the Agent today and they said they have seen the application process go up but havent been notified as why. Slightly concerning as its now making the news in Australia that this is an issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GemTrae Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 Hi Beffers, No, not a case officer contact just the automated prompt/standard letter on the immi-account. My heart sank this morning when I saw the change to the processing times, it seems the run of quick ones is well and truly over. Account still just says received so I can't see it moving any time soon. Also a little sad that at 21-26 months as the wait stands I'll have to pay for my medical and ACRO again as they'll be well out of date but I suppose that's the risk you run with front loading your application. I'm sure there's thousands in the same boat so to speak. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GemTrae Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 6 hours ago, Beffers said: I just want to clarify - Was the "immediate prompt for medical" the standard letter that appears in everyone's Immi once you lodge, or was it an email from a Case Officer asking you to book your medical? When you apply online, you get an immediate acknowledgement and also a letter appears in the Immi account explaining about the medical, but this is not the same as receiving an email from a Case Officer asking for the medical (as they will email you normally requesting meds and police checks at the same time)..... When a Case Officer takes on your account, the account normally changes from Received to Being Assessed or something like that, then In Progress then Granted. Hi Beffers, No, not a case officer contact just the automated prompt/standard letter on the immi-account. My heart sank this morning when I saw the change to the processing times, it seems the run of quick ones is well and truly over. Account still just says received so I can't see it moving any time soon. Also a little sad that at 21-26 months as the wait stands I'll have to pay for my medical and ACRO again as they'll be well out of date but I suppose that's the risk you run with front loading your application. I'm sure there's thousands in the same boat so to speak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GemTrae Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 Fingers cross for yours coming through soon. After the massive increase in waiting times this week I'm more than a bit concerned! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimeforHome Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 We applied 1st January and were contacted by the case officer to do medicals and police check at the start of February. Uploaded them within 2 weeks and since then- silence! I'm Australian (although I've lived in the UK far longer than Australia) husband is British. Married 11 years, 2 dual national children, no issues on medical or police check. I don't understand why it's taken so long. When my husband has rung the helpline they are equally perplexed but just say that waiting times can be up to 12 months. I daren't ring again now in case they say it's 23 months! Hopefully something will start moving again soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Askem81 Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 41 minutes ago, TimeforHome said: We applied 1st January and were contacted by the case officer to do medicals and police check at the start of February. Uploaded them within 2 weeks and since then- silence! I'm Australian (although I've lived in the UK far longer than Australia) husband is British. Married 11 years, 2 dual national children, no issues on medical or police check. I don't understand why it's taken so long. When my husband has rung the helpline they are equally perplexed but just say that waiting times can be up to 12 months. I daren't ring again now in case they say it's 23 months! Hopefully something will start moving again soon! I had no idea there was a helpline! What’s the number? So sorry you’re in the dark. It’s hard waiting. I have a very unwell nephew in australia and we desperately want to get out there to help my brother and his wife. According to my agent, immigration are likely to just say that there’s nothing stopping me (as the Aussie) from going with our son (also a dual national) but that my husband would have to wait. I really struggle with the lack of transparency but I’m sure immigration have their reasons for it. Onwards and upwards I guess! Take care. X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon the Hat Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 1 hour ago, Askem81 said: I had no idea there was a helpline! What’s the number? So sorry you’re in the dark. It’s hard waiting. I have a very unwell nephew in australia and we desperately want to get out there to help my brother and his wife. According to my agent, immigration are likely to just say that there’s nothing stopping me (as the Aussie) from going with our son (also a dual national) but that my husband would have to wait. I really struggle with the lack of transparency but I’m sure immigration have their reasons for it. Onwards and upwards I guess! Take care. X It's got to be worth asking though right? I would. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimeforHome Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 I believe it's the global support centre he rings now as the London one had closed. The number is on the High Commission webpage. I'll look it up later when I'm home again x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Askem81 Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 18 minutes ago, Jon the Hat said: It's got to be worth asking though right? I would. Thanks Jon the Hat. Who to ask though? My agent won’t do it! Thanks TimeforHome. (I like your name btw!) I’ll have a look for the number! 16 minutes ago, TimeforHome said: I believe it's the global support centre he rings now as the London one had closed. The number is on the High Commission webpage. I'll look it up later when I'm home again x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon the Hat Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 27 minutes ago, Askem81 said: Thanks Jon the Hat. Who to ask though? My agent won’t do it! I guess you are a bit stuck then! Unless you can convince your Agent to try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beffers Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 On 24 July 2018 at 01:53, GemTrae said: Hi Beffers, No, not a case officer contact just the automated prompt/standard letter on the immi-account. My heart sank this morning when I saw the change to the processing times, it seems the run of quick ones is well and truly over. Account still just says received so I can't see it moving any time soon. Also a little sad that at 21-26 months as the wait stands I'll have to pay for my medical and ACRO again as they'll be well out of date but I suppose that's the risk you run with front loading your application. I'm sure there's thousands in the same boat so to speak. I always think there's no rhyme or reason to how they work. I really hope they start to triage low risk/safe/concrete applications again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laf Posted July 25, 2018 Share Posted July 25, 2018 Partner 309 – applied offshore via the London Office. I'm British, husband Australian, married 30 years, two dual nationality children. Submitted 17.03.18 (status Received) Sponsorship 17.03.18 (status Submitted) Medical Completed 21.03.18 (following automated request) Medical Clearance 24.03.18 ACRO uploaded 01.05.18 At the time my application was submitted many visas were granted in 3-4 weeks even though the processing times stated 11-13 months. They increased to 12-16 months and now stand at 21-26 months. I initially thought the increased times were for new applications but it sounds as if they affect even existing applicants. I haven’t received any communication or been allocated a case officer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GemTrae Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 On 25/07/2018 at 13:48, Beffers said: I always think there's no rhyme or reason to how they work. I really hope they start to triage low risk/safe/concrete applications again. I hope so too. We've been together for 4 years, living together for over 3, married for 1. No kids/dependants, hubby is Aussie (from birth) and I've sent plenty of straightforward evidence along with clear medical and ACRO. I honestly don't understand what could possibly be complicated about that!? I get the feeling, especially from Aussie news that it's politics that's holding everything up. I've even heard of a politician bragging that he has slowed down entry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimeforHome Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 My husband had his 309 granted today. It's taken almost 6 months since we uploaded his medical etc following a request from the case officer. Now we're hoping that the 100 notification follows soon! Hopefully this means things are starting to move again in London and others will hear soon too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Askem81 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 44 minutes ago, TimeforHome said: My husband had his 309 granted today. It's taken almost 6 months since we uploaded his medical etc following a request from the case officer. Now we're hoping that the 100 notification follows soon! Hopefully this means things are starting to move again in London and others will hear soon too. Absolutely wonderful news!! Congratulations! Now it is time for home! All the best! Where are you settling? X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimeforHome Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 2 hours ago, Askem81 said: Absolutely wonderful news!! Congratulations! Now it is time for home! All the best! Where are you settling? X Thanks! Either Perth or Adelaide probably, maybe Brisbane! Will depend on where we find work for my husband, I'm a teacher and as far as I ca tell I can register in any state. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Askem81 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 11 minutes ago, TimeforHome said: Thanks! Either Perth or Adelaide probably, maybe Brisbane! Will depend on where we find work for my husband, I'm a teacher and as far as I ca tell I can register in any state. Amazing! We’re going to Adelaide too and I’m also a teacher! X Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimeforHome Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 9 minutes ago, Askem81 said: Amazing! We’re going to Adelaide too and I’m also a teacher! X Wow! I shall look you up if we go there! I hope your visa comes through soon x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoeHoulding Posted September 7, 2018 Share Posted September 7, 2018 Congratulations on your husbands visa coming through, fingers crossed applications are starting to move again xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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