Originally Posted by
Iceman123
Wait time for initial temporary partner visa is up to 12 months - usually quicker.
The permanent visa is issued 2 years after temporary one, almost automatic - a bit of paperwork to provide but all fairly seamless.
Note to Rigger - if your wife encounters difficulty a lawyer is not the way to go. Use a good immigration agent.
My partner got her Permanent Visa up front... though that is rare.
We have 2 kids together, so I think that added substantial weight.
KW ... the drum bangs like this.
Make the application, pay the fee.*
Assuming the initial paperwork is in order, they request the applicant to obtain a police check, then a hospital check (they supply a list of the accredited places).
The application is then chucked into a 'do not open for 4 months box'.
Any email is stone-walled back to you (I'll post their reply later).
A case officer is appointed.
Ours came in around nine months from the application date and I think it was hurried along as we got it 2 days before Christmas.
* One tip when applying for any Aussie Visa, find out what the cost is in AUD first.
It's usually cheaper to pay it in Australia, grab a receipt then to pay in Thai Baht, due to the exchange rates.
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