Generally, the following are the most important and fundamental criteria when applying for a Partner Visa: 

• The applicant of the Partner Visa must be sponsored by their spouse or de facto partner
• The applicant’s sponsor must be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen
• Both the applicant and the sponsor must be at least 18 years of age
• There must be sufficient evidence to demonstrate the genuineness of the relationship and mutual commitment between the applicant and the sponsor

Generally, the following are the most important and fundamental criteria when applying for a Parent Visa:

• The applicant of the Parent Visa must have a sponsor – Parents must be sponsored by an eligible child. If the child is under 18 years of age, parents may be sponsored by another eligible relative, or a community organisation.
• The applicant must meet the balance-of-family test – In order to meet the balance-of-family test, at least half of the applicant’s children and step-children must be an Australian citizen, or an Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen ordinarily residing in Australia.
• The applicant must have an assurance of support – an assurance of support assures that the applicant will not have to rely on government assistance after entering Australia on a Parent Visa.

Migrating to Australia can be a confusing and overwhelming process. There are numerous different visa types, and clients often seek legal advice about their options and eligibilities. An Immigration Lawyer will be able to assess your situation and advise you about the visa, or types of visas, that may suit you the most. It is common for a range of visa options to be available, and an Immigration Lawyer will guide you to select the best possible option after considering a range of important and critical factors, such as the prospects of a visa grant, the associated fees and costs, processing times, and whether you can make further applications to extend your stay in Australia.

Depending on the nature of your inquiry and circumstances, the things that can be discussed may vary. Usually, an Immigration Lawyer will aim to learn more about your situation and your immediate and long-term goals in Australia. Your Immigration Lawyer may discuss potential visa options with you, explain why certain visa pathways may not be appropriate, and also help you draw and create a strategy to aim for eligibility for a particular visa type.

Your Immigration Lawyer will ask you provide some information and documents in advance. If you are asked to provide certain information and documents, it is best to do so as soon as possible as this will allow your Immigration Lawyer to gain a thorough understanding to provide legal advice specially catered to your situation. You should also provide all other important materials in relation to your immigration journey in Australia, including any previous visa grant or refusal notices, AAT appeal applications, etc.

Our Team of Immigration Lawyers at Park & Co Lawyers are always happy to assist you and guide you throughout your immigration journey. You can contact us to schedule an initial consultation with an Immigration Lawyer, through which we will advise you of your options and how our Team of Immigration Lawyers can represent you.

Our Team of Immigration Lawyers will help you find out the reasons for the issues regarding your visa or citizenship status, and guide you through each step of the way to manage and resolve the situation.

Anyone who has a valid visa in Australia can receive a notification from the Department of Home Affairs. The Department generally issues a Notice of Intention to Consider Cancellation prior to issuing a Notice of Cancellation. If you have received any notification from the Department indicating a cancellation or intended cancellation of your visa, you should contact us immediately, as our Team of Immigration Lawyers are highly experienced and knowledgeable in navigating complex cancellation cases.

A valid visa application must be either granted or refused. Some of the most common and frequent reasons for refusals are as follows:

• Providing false, incorrect or misleading information
• Failing to provide information that comprehensively demonstrates certain legal requirements and criteria have been met
• Failing to satisfy the character test
• Failing health examinations
• Failing to provide evidence of passing an English language test where required

Although the above are some of the most common reasons for refusal, they are by no means limited.

The specific costs of applying for a visa will depend on the visa type and other factors. However, generally, you should consider the following:

• Visa application fees and charges
• Police clearance fees
• Private health insurance fees
• Document translation fees (if required)
• Professional fees for Immigration Lawyers

Our Team of Immigration Lawyers at Park & Co Lawyers will provide you with a detailed quote should you wish to engage us.

Navigating the Australian immigration system is complex and complicated. There is an inherent risk of misunderstanding or miscomprehending the criteria relevant to certain visa types, or what is required to be provided to the Department of Home Affairs. Accordingly, having your Immigration Lawyer as your trusted advisor with their skills and experience will provide you with the comfort you need.

We are obliged to charge professional fees that are no more than what is fair and reasonable. This takes into account our skill and experience, the scope and complexity of work to be performed, and the time taken to perform that work. Prior to commencing any work, we will disclose and advise you of our estimated fees for your confirmation.

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Whether a visa application is granted or refused is the power of the Department of Home Affairs. As such, there is always an extent of uncertainty, and due to this, it is simply impossible to guarantee a specific outcome. However, at Park & Co Lawyers, we pride ourselves on our dedication to our clients, and we will always be honest with your chances and prospects of success in a particular visa application.

Our Team of Immigration Lawyers at Park & Co Lawyers has an enviable and outstanding success rate, and our clients are always satisfied and pleased with our services.

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Yes. Our Team of Immigration Lawyers at Park & Co Lawyers have engaged with clients from all over the world.

The Immigration Lawyer that undertakes your initial consultation will continuously handle your case and communicate with you throughout the entire process, from beginning to the end.