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How can my Thai fiancé come with me to Australia if I get a job relocation?
Dec 18, 2021
4 years ago
Shaun ********
ORIGINAL POSTERI will be getting married in the UK next year to my thai fiancé.....just thinking a head if I got offered a job in Australia and relocated. How would that affect me and my wife. Would she be able to come Australia with me? Guessing she would have to get an Australian visa. I won't be classed as a citizen so not sure how it would work. Or if actually possible. And info would be appreciated thanks
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The discussion revolves around the process and implications of moving to Australia with a Thai fiancé after marriage in the UK. Key points include the necessity for the fiancé to apply for an Australian visa, specifically a spouse visa which may have a lengthy processing time and substantial costs. Suggestions are made to consult the Australian High Commission for accurate information, and members share experiences and insights regarding timelines and costs associated with spousal visas.
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Karim ***************
Sounds like a ball ache and extra unnecessary expenses ahead. You’d have to apply for a fiancé visa for U.K. and then go through the entire process of her getting an aus visa. Double fees. Do you really need to marry in the U.K.?
Shaun ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Karim **************
already paid for fiance visa. I'm looking ahead like maybe 2 years. May not even get a job in Australia. I plan on applying for some in the future.Karim ***************
@Shaun ****************
ah ok, got you. Things are ever changing to be fair, especially with Aus and entry requirements/ timeframes. Just do as you planned and access again when the time comes. Who knows where the world will be in 2 years mate…Shaun ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Karim **************
yeah I know. Might be none stop variants 🙄🙄.Karim ***************
@Shaun ****************
exactly…Reply to
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Rob ***********
there is a very long wait at least 2 years ++ for a spousal visa and she can not be in Australia, I believe the cost is about AUD17k + Best you go to the DFAT website or ask a good agent
Brett *********
@Rob **********
Thai wife of an Australian got approved in 4 months recently. Another in 6 months. Both cost AUD $8000Reply to
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David *********
Why don’t you contact the Australian embassy in the UK This way you will have the correct information.
Duncanc **********
Wife of work permit holder is entitled to apply for a spouse visa
pretty simple process - follow the Aus High Commission’s guidelines
pretty simple process - follow the Aus High Commission’s guidelines
Ken ********
Would she be a British citizen after your married
Duncanc **********
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nopeKen ********
@Duncanc *********
get on the Australian visa website and have a look *****************************************************************
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Mark ******
The fact that she is Thai would have no bearing on it - like you, she would have to apply for an Australian visa.
Darren *******
Probably better off asking on an Australian visa group but at a guess she'd probably need a dependent visa. Also, speak to your employer as they may also provide support.
Shaun ********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Darren ******
thanksReply to
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