Hi there,

Has anyone recently applied and secured a De Facto (unmarried partner) visa for OZ... for coming back over with an aussie partner?

Just wondering how easy or hard the process is and when we should start the task of preparing. We're looking to leave the UK endish of April 2010.

Thanks,
Sarahx

 

i recently looked into the defacto visa and got this response from the australian high commission regarding timing:

The Initial entry date, post visa grant, is determined by the expiry date of the penal and medical clearances supplied in support of the application (they are valid for 12 months from issue. ) Average processing time is 10-12 weeks.

it is just a section from a VERY long email!
i hope this helps!