2 stat declarations for 309/100

[similitude]

Hi all

We were in the process of applying for partner visa while my partner was overseas.

 

Despite 2 year + of relationship, overseas travels, and official marriage (overseas), the application form requires stat. declaration from 2 Australian citizens/PRs.

 

How is this to be achieved? We don't have even one friend in Australia who knows both of us. 

[FirstWorldProblems]

If you read the stat Dec form it states right at the top of the first page:

Note: If the visa applicant is outside Australia and is unable to have an Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident complete this form, any person who knows the applicant and their partner or fiancé(e) may also complete this form.