A common struggle for many trying to gain permanent residency to Australia is the refusal of their partner’s visa application. You can spend up to $7000 in fees, only to be rejected. Others pay a similar amount and still wait for up to two years for a decision on top of that. What is the reasoning for a defacto visa rejection and what can you do about it? Our Australian immigration agents can explain.

What Does A Rejection Mean?

A rejected defacto visa means that your partner’s application for permanent citizenship was denied. Your partner could apply again unless the rejection specifies that they can’t try again at a later stage.

Reasons For Visa Refusals

There are numerous reasons why a visa application could be denied. Most often, hard evidence is required such as financial commitments, proof of shared finances and proof of continuous cohabitation at the same address. Unfortunately, text messages and photographs of your time together is not going to be enough. Other reasons why your partner’s visa application could be denied include the following:

• Lack of external recognition – There’s no evidence that family and friends recognise your relationship – this means no photographic, text or telephonic evidence.
• You falsified documents – You faked evidence, falsified documentation such as divorce certificates, or did something similar.
• You gave a poor interview – an interview was conducted about your relationship with your partner and you failed to answer their questions adequately.
• You submitted the incorrect documentation – you failed to provide the correct documentation with your application.
• You have too many partners sponsored – An Australian citizen or resident can financially support no more than two partners. Unless there are unique, compelling circumstances, any further defacto visa applications will be denied.

It can be challenging to find out that your partner’s visa has been denied. The reality is that when applying for permanent immigration to Australia, it’s your responsibility to have all your ducks in a row. Instead of rushing the process, take your time to get your affairs in order and prepare for your application. This will increase your chances of success dramatically.

Please reach out to us at 096 12 800 300/096 12 800 700/096 12 800 400 for more details.