New to Expats
May 8th 2008, 8:26 pm
#1
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Joined: May 2008
Location: Bristol
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New to Expats
Hi All 
Still need to find my way around this site, but wanted to say hi to everyone and ask a question on behalf of Brother-in-law hoping to make the move in the future.
Here goes.......
My O/H and myself are in the process of applying for our Visa's. Hoping to be out in OZ sooner rather than later!
My Brother-in-law called me last night and announced that he and his partner would like to apply in the near future but he is unsure of a few issues, I was hoping someone might be able to help.
Brother-in-law is early 50's & partner early 30's, not married. He has 2 daughters both with 2 children who will be living in OZ within the next year.
If and when he applies, under what visa will he be eligable??
Will he and his partner stand a better chance Married?? They can prove 5 years of living together but have been together 11 years.
Niether have any qualifications to apply independently but he has mentioned Grandfathers rights???? Not sure what that entails!
Also, can they ship thier vintage MG car over?
Would appreciate any help you can give.
Looking forward to getting to know you all.
Many thanks
Wendy
Still need to find my way around this site, but wanted to say hi to everyone and ask a question on behalf of Brother-in-law hoping to make the move in the future.
Here goes.......
My O/H and myself are in the process of applying for our Visa's. Hoping to be out in OZ sooner rather than later!
My Brother-in-law called me last night and announced that he and his partner would like to apply in the near future but he is unsure of a few issues, I was hoping someone might be able to help.
Brother-in-law is early 50's & partner early 30's, not married. He has 2 daughters both with 2 children who will be living in OZ within the next year.
If and when he applies, under what visa will he be eligable??
Will he and his partner stand a better chance Married?? They can prove 5 years of living together but have been together 11 years.
Niether have any qualifications to apply independently but he has mentioned Grandfathers rights???? Not sure what that entails!
Also, can they ship thier vintage MG car over?
Would appreciate any help you can give.
Looking forward to getting to know you all.
Many thanks
Wendy
Last edited by Wendy and Colin; May 8th 2008 at 8:27 pm. Reason: Thank You
May 8th 2008, 8:46 pm
#2
Joined: Sep 2005
Location: Mount Tamborine
Posts: 17,426
Re: New to Expats
Hello welcome to the site
Most of your questions would be better placed in the Immigration forum. It would probably be a good idea for your brother in law to contact an agent to see if there is any way in for them.
There's a good search function on the site too, if you look at the top of the page you'll see it - you can search for the answers to most the questions you have.
I don't know the answers to any of those you have asked but thought I'd say hello anyway
Most of your questions would be better placed in the Immigration forum. It would probably be a good idea for your brother in law to contact an agent to see if there is any way in for them.
There's a good search function on the site too, if you look at the top of the page you'll see it - you can search for the answers to most the questions you have.
I don't know the answers to any of those you have asked but thought I'd say hello anyway
May 8th 2008, 8:54 pm
#3
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 9,066
Re: New to Expats
Hello and I'll give you a bump up the que...
Hi All
Still need to find my way around this site, but wanted to say hi to everyone and ask a question on behalf of Brother-in-law hoping to make the move in the future.
Here goes.......
My O/H and myself are in the process of applying for our Visa's. Hoping to be out in OZ sooner rather than later!
My Brother-in-law called me last night and announced that he and his partner would like to apply in the near future but he is unsure of a few issues, I was hoping someone might be able to help.
Brother-in-law is early 50's & partner early 30's, not married. He has 2 daughters both with 2 children who will be living in OZ within the next year.
If and when he applies, under what visa will he be eligable??
Will he and his partner stand a better chance Married?? They can prove 5 years of living together but have been together 11 years.
Niether have any qualifications to apply independently but he has mentioned Grandfathers rights???? Not sure what that entails!
Also, can they ship thier vintage MG car over?
Would appreciate any help you can give.
Looking forward to getting to know you all.
Many thanks
Wendy
Still need to find my way around this site, but wanted to say hi to everyone and ask a question on behalf of Brother-in-law hoping to make the move in the future.
Here goes.......
My O/H and myself are in the process of applying for our Visa's. Hoping to be out in OZ sooner rather than later!
My Brother-in-law called me last night and announced that he and his partner would like to apply in the near future but he is unsure of a few issues, I was hoping someone might be able to help.
Brother-in-law is early 50's & partner early 30's, not married. He has 2 daughters both with 2 children who will be living in OZ within the next year.
If and when he applies, under what visa will he be eligable??
Will he and his partner stand a better chance Married?? They can prove 5 years of living together but have been together 11 years.
Niether have any qualifications to apply independently but he has mentioned Grandfathers rights???? Not sure what that entails!
Also, can they ship thier vintage MG car over?
Would appreciate any help you can give.
Looking forward to getting to know you all.
Many thanks
Wendy
May 8th 2008, 9:59 pm
#5
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Joined: Sep 2005
Location: Melbourne, by the beach, living the dream.
Posts: 7,704
Re: New to Expats
Guys I'm going to copy your post into the immigration section as it seems you may get some visa answers there, and some general answers here.
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Mod.
May 8th 2008, 11:24 pm
#7
Sun, Sea, Sand and.......
Joined: Apr 2008
Location: Perth Australia
Posts: 65
Re: New to Expats
Hi Wendy and Colin
Welcome to the site
Starlite
Welcome to the site
Starlite
May 9th 2008, 5:29 am
#8
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Joined: Apr 2007
Location: Adelaide
Posts: 318
Re: New to Expats
Hiya! Can't help am afraid, but hello anyway! Where abouts in Oz are you heading?
May 9th 2008, 1:44 pm
#10
Still alive
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 28,995
Re: New to Expats
Brother-in-law is early 50's & partner early 30's, not married. He has 2 daughters both with 2 children who will be living in OZ within the next year.
If and when he applies, under what visa will he be eligable??
Does his partner have a skill? If so, they could apply using her skill with him as her defacto partner.
Will he and his partner stand a better chance Married?? They can prove 5 years of living together but have been together 11 years.
If they have been living together for 5 years then it doesn't matter whether they are married or not. They are considered defacto partners.
Niether have any qualifications to apply independently but he has mentioned Grandfathers rights???? Not sure what that entails!
Never heard of "grandfather's rights". I have heard of a contributory parent visa, though. Perhaps that's what he's talking about.
Also, can they ship thier vintage MG car over?
They can, but it's very expensive and usually not worth the cost. Do a search for bringing cars over. It has been discussed hundreds of times.
Would appreciate any help you can give.
Your best source of information is the DIAC website. Alternately he or you could speak to an agent. Most will provide a free initial consultation.
Looking forward to getting to know you all.
Many thanks
Wendy
May 9th 2008, 8:29 pm
#11
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Joined: May 2008
Location: Bristol
Posts: 6
Re: New to Expats
Many thanks to all and Hello.....again.
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