| Frequently Asked Questions |
WELCOME TO ANZVAC INC.
Q: Can errors on a Birth Certificate be corrected?
A: Some errors can be corrected through the Local Civil Registrar, however some corrections can only be made by a Court Order.
Q: Is it true that all members of the family unit must meet medical requirements, even if they are not going?
A: Yes!
Q: In a partner visa (spouse, fiancé, de facto spouse), must the partners have met personally?
A: Yes, the partners must have met personally.
Q: How long does it take for a fiancé visa to be granted?
A: Currently, the AVERAGE processing time in Manila is 3-5 months from the date of lodgment.
Q: If a child is legally adopted in the Philippines by an
Australian, can he have a visa for Australia?
A: Not automatically. Even if a child is adopted legally in the
Philippines, the criteria of the adoption visa must be met.
Our advice is not to begin an adoption case until you have
discussed the visa requirements.
Q: In a partner visa, does the sponsor have to disclose his income?
A: You must be able to prove that you can support a partner for two years without access to public funds.
Q: Can a fiancée work in Australia?
A: Yes.
Q: In a Partner visa, does the assurer, if needed, have to pay a bond?
A: No.
Q: In a Family Sponsored Visit visa application, does the assurer need to pay a bond?
A: Yes
Q: Do all Visitor Visa Applications require an Assurer?
A: No.
Q: Can I pay the Embassy fee at the Australian Embassy in cash?
A: No. It is all done by Manager’s Cheque.
