Moving to OZ with Polish Girlfriend

OZKCD 1 | -

21 Jul 2010 / #1

Hello,
My girlfriend and I are strongly considering moving back to Australia next year. We were wondering many things about this.
To start, we have looked in to a visa as a partner.......this will allow her to work, live there legally etc. but it is very expensive 1200 euros. Does anyone have any experience with this?

Is there a better visa or process you could recommend?

Would a student visa be a better idea?

Also - any people in similar situations who are now in OZ would be great to talk with more.

Thanks,
Dave

dnz 17 | 710

22 Jul 2010 / #2

What sort of work is she looking for? Ideally you should try and get someone to sponsor you both on a 457 visa, Thats what I'm on :)

The Shadow 3 | 86

22 Jul 2010 / #3

OZKCD
Would a student visa be a better idea?

This is how a Polish friend of mine did it. He completed studies there and now teaches at a private Catholic school. He wanted to be a teacher. He was a teacher in Poland. He reached his objective and he had no support there whatsoever.

Your gf will be fine. Go for it.

Good luck, Dave!

nick400

24 Jun 2012 / #4

Great :-) Go to the local Australian embassy or consulate and ask them.