Partner Visas SponsorshipI have two relatives who may be willing to provide an butturance of support. I haven't asked yet as it's a hard thing to ask and I want to be sure that I can...
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In all your circumstances, you might be able to make a case that an AoS is unnecessary, but if a discretionary AoS is called for and you are unable to satisfy this requirement, the visa will be refused.
From what you have posted, with respect, it appears on the face of it that you would be unable to satisfy DIMA that you have the means to meet your sponsorship undertaking; accommodation and financial support for a couple of years. Presumably your argument would be that your partner is highly send and would have no trouble earning a very high income in Australia. It would not be unreasonable for a case officer to look at the worst case. Due to illness or injury your partner might not be able to work. Would you be able to satisfy DIMA that your partner has adequate funds to last for two years, no matter what? You are of course in a genuine relationship and committed for life. Your lifetime partner has substantial financial resources? In that case, why are you claiming a Benefit?
I hope you can make out your case that an AoS is unnecessary, but if you cannot, you should have a backup plan in place. You should try persuade a qualified person or persons to offer an AoS if necessary. There are commercial organisations that provide butturances of support, for a fee.
Best wishes
Westly Russell
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