Partners living in different countries cherish seeing their significant other, even if it's only once a year. Unfortunately, many couples cannot sustain a long-distance relationship if you consider the amount of money required to travel across borders. However, you do not have to worry if your partner is an Australian citizen because you can apply for a partner visa. The permit allows a spouse or partner of an Australian citizen to live in Australia permanently. However, you must provide proof of partnership and any related information to increase your chances of a successful application. That said, some people do not provide all the information required to process an application. This article highlights commonly ignored pieces of data during a partner visa application.

Previous Separations -- Relationships are dynamic, and partners might drift away from each other for one reason or another. For instance, if one partner was unfaithful to their spouse at some point and the two separated briefly, they should provide the information. Although the information is private, it is vital during the application for a partner visa. Information about a previous separation can help develop a clear picture of your relationship. For example, your partner visa application will be rejected if you have been separated for months and only renewed your relationship a few weeks to the application. Therefore, provide as much information as possible regarding any previous separations, including the duration and reasons. It helps an immigration agent assess the chances of getting approval. 

Important Dates -- If you are prepared to share vital information in your partner's visa application, important dates should not slip your mind. Remember, it is one thing to forget your partner's birthday and another to not recall when you met them or started an exclusive relationship. Your partner might get over your forgetfulness in the former case, but your visa application will be rejected in the latter. Thus, it is crucial to be as accurate as possible with your dates so that your application looks credible and genuine. Most importantly, remember to discuss with your partner if you cannot seem to remember specific dates. Social media is a great resource when looking for important dates regarding your relationship. 

Current Police Clearance -- Although you might not have a criminal record, an immigration agent or the immigration department must confirm it. Thus, you can only lodge a partner visa application successfully by providing a police clearance. However, a 12-month-old police clearance form is of little help because police clearance reports are valid for only 12 months. Therefore, you should submit a current police clearance form when lodging a partner visa application.

To learn more about partner visas, contact a lawyer.

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