Tortoise Posted March 7, 2021 Share Posted March 7, 2021 Hello, hoping someone can help me with the following question.. I'm British and have 2 dependant children age 10 and 13. Both children are Australian citizens/passport holders. Their father (Australian citizen, born in Australia) and I are married but have been separated for 6 odd years. We both live oversees in Asia and there's a possibility he might have to return to Australia for work. He would like us to all go so that he doesn't miss out on seeing the children. I don't believe he can sponsor me. I believe the only option for me would to apply for a guardian visa which only allows me to stay there until the youngest child is 18 years. is there any other visa that I could consider? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulhand Posted March 7, 2021 Share Posted March 7, 2021 There are probably other options ... but I would suggest that you get some professional advice tailored to your specific circumstances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quoll Posted March 7, 2021 Share Posted March 7, 2021 As Paul said, talk to an agent, but while you are at it, look up The Hague Convention and be aware that Australia won’t let kids leave the country if one parent (even the most drop kick of parents!) says they may not leave so if you ever felt the need to return to U.K. you might not be allowed to leave with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisawright Posted March 7, 2021 Share Posted March 7, 2021 What Quoll said. Australia applies the Hague Convention very strictly. Once the children are settled in Australia, you will not be allowed to remove them unless your husband gives written permission. There are many cases of wives being stuck in Australia, unable to leave because their kids are stuck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrussell Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 You are in a minefield, take Paul's advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrussell Posted March 18, 2021 Share Posted March 18, 2021 For a parent to apply for a guardian visa the child must hold a student visa. An Australian citizen cannot hold a student visa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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