jhog90 Posted April 26, 2022 Share Posted April 26, 2022 Hey folks In the process of applying for the 309 visa for my partner and v overwhelmed by the whole process and hoping to get some advice clarification on a few points... Do the documents I submit need to be certified? Confused about this one bc on a few blogs I've seen people specifying they had documents certified. However I can't find anywhere on the Home Affairs info page specifying documents need to be certified. When I applied for my son's (Aussie) citizenship by descent it was explicitly stated that the documents I submitted needed to be certified. Most of our supporting witnesses will be British (currently live in the U.K.). I'm concerned having majority non-Australians as our supporting witnesses will "hurt" our case. Any insight on this from folks who've been in a similar position? We applied for a travel exemption for my to enter Australia during the covid restrictions. We ofc had to show evidence that we were in a realtionship. His exemption was approved. I'm thinking of including this to strengthen our case...my logic is home affairs has previously "acknowledged" our relationship and travelling abroad in a pandemic demonstrates our commitment to each other and our families? My partner thinks it'd be irrelevant so just wondering what others' thoughts are. Any general advice/need-to-know information for those applying without an immigration specialist? I'm terrified that our application will be rejected and we were initially going to use an agent/lawyer but unfortunately our financial situation has changed and it's something that we can no longer afford. A massive thank you to anyone who chooses to comment/offer their wisdom :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrussell Posted April 26, 2022 Share Posted April 26, 2022 Do the documents I submit need to be certified? Uncertified colour scans are accepted. Under the current rules a travel exemption will not be needed. Specific information taking into account the particulars of your case would require a paid consultation. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhog90 Posted April 27, 2022 Author Share Posted April 27, 2022 Hey Westly thanks for the info 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psuwara Posted April 28, 2022 Share Posted April 28, 2022 @jhog90 checkout the Family VISA Forum -> https://www.pomsinoz.com/forum/46-family-partner-visas/ It's specifically geared to people like us. There are also Registered Agents posting advice there too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhog90 Posted May 1, 2022 Author Share Posted May 1, 2022 Thanks! Will repost there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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