oracle.dba

Dear

One of my friends Australian student visa was refused in 2007.
Now he is eligible for PR. Can he apply for PR or he is not eligible ??

Thanks in advance,
Kind Regards.

Pollyana

Firstly, to use "Dear" in that way isn't really appropriate

Secondly - why was he refused? Did he not meet the criteria or was it more serious, something like being here illegally? If he just didn't meet the criteria then it won't affect a PR application but he needs to declare it when asked.

oracle.dba

He was refused, because of bank statement proved to be fake. In reality it was the mistake of bank manager and agent.

He has now over 5 years of IT experience, and wants to apply for PR directly. He has genuine experience and works in reputed firm.

mrsgreenstar76

I imagine it will depend on if he was given a ban or not, and if he was, whether it has been served. Regardless of that though, if/when he decides to apply, he MUST declare that he was refused a visa & give details. Otherwise, he's risking the same problem again (trying to obtain a visa fraudulently).

Ultimately, it is still the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the documents provided are genuine. This is another good reason to ensure MARA registered agents are used though.

pumpkin blossom

If I were him I would get a good agent and then decide if he wants to risk possibly loosing the visa fee if it is refused.
As it was an honesty thing they are less likely to give pr, but nobody on here will be able to say one way or the other. He really needs a good agent.

Dorothy

Sorry but how was him submitting a fake document the fault of the bank manager and/or agent? Did they submit the document without his knowledge?

No matter, as has been said he will need to declare that his previous application was denied.

oracle.dba

Thanks for replies.

He has every thing genuine now. How can he know whether he is banned or not ?

If he hire MARA agent then ?
Thanks.

Pollyana

I would suggest he gets a MARA registered agent to handle his case from the start. He will have character issues to overcome from the previous application if his application included false documents, so good representation would be an excellent start.

sereice

Hi I just noticed the Oracle. Sorry if this doesn't relate but im about to purchase a student working visa. There based in Poland & aussie? Is it the same company? They. Quoted me 1200 for a package. Not mentioning anything about what I need in my bank??

Pollyana

There is no such thing as a "student working visa" in Australia.

If you are unsure of the requirements of any visa then you can check on www.immi.gov.au but be certain first what you are actually applying for!

mrsgreenstar76

+1 on what Pollyana said. Plus I would check if the agent you are considering using is MARA registered.

sereice

It's not on Mara..Awwww nooooo! I asked why & they said the college is & they sort the visa. Also I can pay directly to the college.

mrsgreenstar76

A person is MARA registered, not an organisation. I would be very wary if they're trying to claim otherwise.

You wouldn't pay the college for your visa application, you would pay DIAC. There's no guarantee of a grant. Have you checked your eligibility?

pumpkin blossom

And if you are thinking about a route to perminant residency then ignor everything this agency has said and consult a mara agent. I had probably 70% incorrect info from these places about what would lead to pr before I came over as a student.

sereice

To be honest I haven't got a clue. I have never looked into this before. Though it does seem to good to be true. All I can say is im thankful of the advice. The company is : oraclepl & if you do www. & the company name & .com you will see a how to apply & deal.
It's amazing & I did question 1200 euros paying for everything. However I wanted ASAP & offerd stage 2 650 & they didn't take it as they need speak & sort the college???