SydneyStace

Does anyone know how much the 2nd stage of the Spouse Visa (309) will cost me i.e. for the processing?
Also will I have to go through the medicals & police checks again?

Any info would be greatly appreciated!

I have tried doing a search, but my computer keeps freezing & boots me out!

Maybe it's a way of telling me to get back to work!

Thanks,
Stacey

bondipom

The visa costs nothing. I had to do an Australian police check but no meds. Most here have not had to do meds. Those who have spent a year or more overseas since the 309 grant may need to do other PCCs.

SydneyStace

Thanks BP!
So the only other info I need to supply is my evidence of continuing relationship?

bondipom

I also had to provide a form 80 (available online), 2 stat decs (form 888)from PRs or citizens, evidence of relationship, a statement each as well as the AFP check. You should get a letter from your local DIMIA office 3 months before your decision is due. It is nearly 2 years since I applied so the nature of the letters may have changed. Others may be more helpful in that regard.

Un-Co

I'm due for my Stage 2 later this year so I'm in the same boat. I've asked a couple of things about it here and have been told that it's the easy bit (thank God - sooo couldn't handle all that again)
I'm planning to sent statements from the joint account and a whole pile of correspondance from banks/bills etc and ask our mates with the two most official sounding jobs to write a stat dec. I was so stressed last time I've decided not to worry this time. Somehow DIMIA made me feel like a criminal during the application even though we were married and 100% genuine!

SydneyStace

I know what you mean, I couldn't handle Stage 1 all over again!!! Mine is due Feb 2006, but thought I would give myself a chance to collect some info if I had forgotten something.
I felt like I was being interrogated last time too! You have to justify the fact that you're an alright person!!
Good luck with your application, doubt you'll need it though

Un-Co

Thanks! And I'll keep you posted if they throw any nasty suprises at me!
I was considering taping an argument about who does the washing up or something as proof af a genuine relationship. What do you think?

SydneyStace

ha ha ha they'd have a good laugh at that wouldn't they!
They would probably issue you PR just for a good effort!!!