What are the requirements for reapplying for an Australian visa after a previous one has expired?

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Aug 5, 2019

5 years ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

I hope this is the right forum for my questions.

Does anyone have experience filling out the online Immi application for Australia?

My wife has previously had a visa to Australia which expired in 2018.  Will we need to have all documents translated again or will the previous ones still be valid in the system?

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The original poster is inquiring about the reapplication process for an Australian visa, specifically asking whether documents from a previous visa are still valid or need to be translated again. Various commenters share their experiences, indicating that generally, all documents must be current and in English for a successful application. Some express frustrations about the high costs and thorough documentation required for different visa types, emphasizing the complexity involved in the application process, particularly for spouse or marriage visas.

John *********

Hi Barry. I have just obtained marriage visa and permanent residency for my wife. Took 4 months 1 week. It has to be done right so if you wish help we are set up to do so. Just message if you want help.

5 years ago

John *********

@Steven **************

Not for the marriage visa.

5 years ago

Steven ***************

Not talking about me mate. My wife has a 3 year ME Tourist visa. Even if she flies back to thailand every 3 months to re actuvate it , its still cheaper than the application fee and the bullshit agent fees on top.

90k huh? $4k AUD ... Agents in Oz much cheaper than that.

5 years ago

John *********

That is the threat. If you are going to fail do not apply. The rules are simple.

5 years ago

John *********

@Steven **************

somebody is having a go. I kjow what they charge also. More than the fee. We will do it for 90,000.

5 years ago

Steven ***************

Probably coz its over $7000 just to apply and if you get knocked back you don't get a refund

5 years ago

Steven ***************

Ive been told by agents in Aust not to apply unless you've lived in the same house for at least 2 years, share bank accounts and legal proof you both share living expenses, have a will drawn up, have eachother as benefactors on insurance,superannuation,etc and sworn statements from 6 people you've known all your life that your marriage is genuine.

And people bitch about immigration here... ffs.

5 years ago

John *********

@Steven **************

immigration are saying a minimum of 15 months. I feel the documentation is so important to them.

5 years ago

Steven ***************

@John ********

. I believe hes talking about another tourist visa mate. Spouse visa is a whole different ballgame as I'm sure you know.

4 months was quick!

Last I heard it took 7 months .

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Barry ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks

@Steven **************

so basically repeating all costs of first visa yea?

5 years ago

Steven ***************

@Barry *******

. Yep.

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Steven ***************

If you're talking about tourist visa then yes. All documents need to be current and in english. My wife has applied twice successfully. She provided all documents needed in both languages. Any translations need to be certified.

5 years ago

Steven ***************

Depends which visa you are talking about

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