STILL VERY SPARKLY contributory parent visa thread part 3.
Sep 25th 2009, 10:55 am
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Re: STILL VERY SPARKLY contributory parent visa thread part 3.
What you have to watch out for, when getting involved with exchange co.'s is that on their 'front page' it says a %, for that time, which is called the middle range, but when you delve in further, it changes, quiet a lot, usually lower! They always start off, by saying that they do not charge to transfer money, that there will not be any bank charges at the destination, and that they also do not make any exceptions, for 'cards', but do warn you, if you use a credit card, the card co. might make a charge! (I have found in the past, transferring money, with exchange co.'s, by DD card, the rate, on the same day, was a good bit higher, than with a CC ???) 
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Sep 25th 2009, 12:21 pm
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Contributory PR Parent Visa Class
Hi,
Can any one tell what are the benifits associated with this visa that will my parents will get in OZ, as the price is so high there should be a justification for it.
Thx!
Can any one tell what are the benifits associated with this visa that will my parents will get in OZ, as the price is so high there should be a justification for it.
Thx!
Sep 25th 2009, 1:05 pm
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Re: STILL VERY SPARKLY contributory parent visa thread part 3.
"to complete what appears to be a straight forward form" - i think here is where the danger lies. The forms may well appear to be straightforward but the legislation behind them, and its correct interpretation, can be quite complex.
Most of us posting on the forum are sharing our experiences rather than offering advice as such - because without knowing the full circumstances of an individuals situation it would be impossible to offer advice with 100% accuracy.
I didnt use an agent to apply for my own spouse visa, or my mums CPV. Our cases were relatively straightforward and with lots of research I felt comfortable dealing with these applications myself, along with the shared experiences and support of those on this forum. I will however be using an agent for my dads CPV as I believe his circumstances are more complex and I wouldnt want to interpret the legislation incorrectly and put at risk his chances of getting the visa.
Most of us posting on the forum are sharing our experiences rather than offering advice as such - because without knowing the full circumstances of an individuals situation it would be impossible to offer advice with 100% accuracy.
I didnt use an agent to apply for my own spouse visa, or my mums CPV. Our cases were relatively straightforward and with lots of research I felt comfortable dealing with these applications myself, along with the shared experiences and support of those on this forum. I will however be using an agent for my dads CPV as I believe his circumstances are more complex and I wouldnt want to interpret the legislation incorrectly and put at risk his chances of getting the visa.
Sep 25th 2009, 2:03 pm
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Re: STILL VERY SPARKLY contributory parent visa thread part 3.
I have just downloaded the forms to print off and are about to start the process of filling them in but already have a couple of queries.
It seems to me that the Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa (Subclass 864) is the best Visa to go for better than the Contributory Parent - Migrant (subclass 143) visa but you have to be in Oz when applying.
Or am I reading it wrong and there is no difference between them.
Is anyone able to explain how this works e.g. can you be on holiday in Oz when submitting the form.
The other queries are do you have to disclose a UK parking ticket from 2-3 years ago and a Oz speeding fine I just picked up this summer.
It seems to me that the Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa (Subclass 864) is the best Visa to go for better than the Contributory Parent - Migrant (subclass 143) visa but you have to be in Oz when applying.
Or am I reading it wrong and there is no difference between them.
Is anyone able to explain how this works e.g. can you be on holiday in Oz when submitting the form.
The other queries are do you have to disclose a UK parking ticket from 2-3 years ago and a Oz speeding fine I just picked up this summer.
Sep 25th 2009, 5:39 pm
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Re: Contributory PR Parent Visa Class
They get to migrate to Australia, which is presumably is what they want.
Sep 25th 2009, 9:23 pm
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Re: STILL VERY SPARKLY contributory parent visa thread part 3.
I have just downloaded the forms to print off and are about to start the process of filling them in but already have a couple of queries.
It seems to me that the Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa (Subclass 864) is the best Visa to go for better than the Contributory Parent - Migrant (subclass 143) visa but you have to be in Oz when applying.
Or am I reading it wrong and there is no difference between them.
Is anyone able to explain how this works e.g. can you be on holiday in Oz when submitting the form.
The other queries are do you have to disclose a UK parking ticket from 2-3 years ago and a Oz speeding fine I just picked up this summer.
It seems to me that the Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa (Subclass 864) is the best Visa to go for better than the Contributory Parent - Migrant (subclass 143) visa but you have to be in Oz when applying.
Or am I reading it wrong and there is no difference between them.
Is anyone able to explain how this works e.g. can you be on holiday in Oz when submitting the form.
The other queries are do you have to disclose a UK parking ticket from 2-3 years ago and a Oz speeding fine I just picked up this summer.
Don't know how you can apply as on a tourist visa i think you have to honestly intend to return home
Have not mentioned speeding fine in UK as not a case which went to court.but thats how i see it . perhaps someone else is better able to answer
Sep 25th 2009, 10:08 pm
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Re: Contributory PR Parent Visa Class
Last edited by sirmatt101; Sep 25th 2009 at 10:12 pm.
Sep 26th 2009, 1:36 pm
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Re: STILL VERY SPARKLY contributory parent visa thread part 3.
Just had in the post an acknowledgement for receipt of first payment of 143 visa and the letter states that case officers are currently processing applications that were lodged on 01 May 2008. So no reduction in times yet.
Sep 26th 2009, 3:17 pm
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Re: STILL VERY SPARKLY contributory parent visa thread part 3.
I wanted to thank Alan for his link and valued professional advice. Busy B
Sep 27th 2009, 12:41 am
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hi quick update for the tracker our AOS bond was placed 22/9/09
.We had to change our AOS at the last minute.We are now awaiting the call for 2nd vac. David & Carol
.We had to change our AOS at the last minute.We are now awaiting the call for 2nd vac. David & Carol
Sep 27th 2009, 7:45 am
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Re: STILL VERY SPARKLY contributory parent visa thread part 3.
Sep 27th 2009, 9:36 am
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Sep 27th 2009, 9:58 am
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Re: STILL VERY SPARKLY contributory parent visa thread part 3.
I have just downloaded the forms to print off and are about to start the process of filling them in but already have a couple of queries.
It seems to me that the Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa (Subclass 864) is the best Visa to go for better than the Contributory Parent - Migrant (subclass 143) visa but you have to be in Oz when applying.
Or am I reading it wrong and there is no difference between them.
Is anyone able to explain how this works e.g. can you be on holiday in Oz when submitting the form.
The other queries are do you have to disclose a UK parking ticket from 2-3 years ago and a Oz speeding fine I just picked up this summer.
It seems to me that the Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa (Subclass 864) is the best Visa to go for better than the Contributory Parent - Migrant (subclass 143) visa but you have to be in Oz when applying.
Or am I reading it wrong and there is no difference between them.
Is anyone able to explain how this works e.g. can you be on holiday in Oz when submitting the form.
The other queries are do you have to disclose a UK parking ticket from 2-3 years ago and a Oz speeding fine I just picked up this summer.
Sep 27th 2009, 4:03 pm
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Re: STILL VERY SPARKLY contributory parent visa thread part 3.
I have just downloaded the forms to print off and are about to start the process of filling them in but already have a couple of queries.
It seems to me that the Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa (Subclass 864) is the best Visa to go for better than the Contributory Parent - Migrant (subclass 143) visa but you have to be in Oz when applying.
Or am I reading it wrong and there is no difference between them.
Is anyone able to explain how this works e.g. can you be on holiday in Oz when submitting the form.
The other queries are do you have to disclose a UK parking ticket from 2-3 years ago and a Oz speeding fine I just picked up this summer.
It seems to me that the Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa (Subclass 864) is the best Visa to go for better than the Contributory Parent - Migrant (subclass 143) visa but you have to be in Oz when applying.
Or am I reading it wrong and there is no difference between them.
Is anyone able to explain how this works e.g. can you be on holiday in Oz when submitting the form.
The other queries are do you have to disclose a UK parking ticket from 2-3 years ago and a Oz speeding fine I just picked up this summer.
Regards
Les