NEWS & UPDATES

Open relationship and a partner visa? Understand the shared-life exclusivity requirement, truthful disclosure and why labels alone cannot decide a case.

Using AI for a partner visa statement? Check invented facts, changed meanings, privacy and corrections before adopting or submitting the draft.

Can one lawyer act for a partner visa applicant and sponsor? Understand joint retainers, fee payers, confidentiality and conflicts after separation.

No valid passport for a partner visa? Explore PIC 4021, identity evidence, renewal difficulties and the distinction between visa and travel requirements.

Partner visa delayed by checks? Separate confirmed facts from assumptions about ASIO and identify the appropriate enquiry, complaint or legal advice.

Considering a partner visa from immigration detention? Understand section 195, short time limits, application bars and urgent documents to review.

Using an overseas divorce for a partner visa? Check recognition under section 104, finality, service and the effect on your later marriage.

Referred to a family violence independent expert for your partner visa? Prepare for the assessment and understand positive and adverse opinions.

Separated with a child while awaiting a partner visa? Understand parenting orders, formal maintenance and why parentage alone does not settle eligibility.