Summary
- Always declare past visa applications, refusals, and personal details honestly.
- Inconsistencies with immigration records can lead to refusal or even a ban.
- A migration agent can help you review your file for accuracy.
Applying for a Partner visa is a life-changing step, but it requires complete honesty. The Department of Home Affairs cross-checks your current application against past records, including previous visas, refusals, travel history and any previous marriages.
If something doesn’t add up, it could harm your case. Even small omissions can lead to a visa refusal or worse, being banned from entering Australia.
Common issues include:
- Forgetting to declare a past visa refusal (Australia or overseas).
- Differences in employment or residential history.
- Not disclosing changes in relationship status or not declaring previous marriages.
How to protect your application:
- Double-check all your past immigration records.
- Be open and truthful, even about refusals.
- Seek a Registered Migration Agent for help with your application to ensure nothing is overlooked.
Being upfront builds trust and improves your chances of success. If you’re unsure, Regional Migration Australia can review your file and guide you step-by-step.
Disclaimer – Content in these articles does not constitute immigration or legal advice, it is not intended as a substitute for such advice and must not be relied upon as such. This material is intended to offer general guidelines for informational purposes only. The information provided is accurate as of the time of publication. Please consult with our Australian MARN registered agents via our content forms on our website or call on 1800 567 663 to make an appointment.
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