How sick is too sick?
How sick is too sick? Health provisions within Australia’s migration program has been a debated topic for many years due to the emotional and psychological impact the provisions have…
Posts by Louise Delaney
Pathway to permanent residency opened for retirees holding Subclass 405/410 visas
Pathway to permanent residency opened for retirees holding Subclass 405/410 visas After an announcement back in May 2018, the Federal Government has finally legislated changes opening a pathway to…
How can New Zealanders protect themselves from deportation/removal?
How can New Zealanders protect themselves from deportation? “Since 2015, it is estimated that over 1,000 New Zealanders have been removed or deported from Australia.” The recent removal…
What is the value of a Migration Lawyer?
My name is Louisa Jones, I am a Solicitor at Timpson Immigration Lawyers and like many Australians, I am a bargain hunter who likes to save costs where I can.…
LGBTQI Australian Partner Visa Applications Are We Eligible? Your Questions Answered
Prior to 9th December 2017, same sex couples were only able to apply for a partner visa on the basis of a de-facto relationship, requiring gay and lesbian couples to…
10 Common Mistakes Made on Australian Partner Visa Applications
The Australian Department of Home Affairs are rejecting more partner visa applications than ever before and many are refused due to simple mistakes, inconsistencies or incorrect evidence. With the non-refundable…
Retirement visa program – possible permanent pathway for existing visa holders
For many years, the position has been a very difficult one for those in the retirement cohort of visa holders (namely a Subclass 405 or 410 visa). In that sense,…
Relationship Breakdown For Partner Visas
In the event of a relationship breakdown for a partner visa, it is key that the visa applicant is clear on their requirements and options.
Refund of first installments of visa application charge
Whether or not a refund is possible for a Department of Immigration & Border Protection first stage visa application charge depends on the situation. It’s not impossible, but refunds are…
Second stage partner visas
The Department of Immigration and Border Protection are refusing many second stage partner visas. Often this is due to weak evidence.