[Aztec]

I included a migrating-dependent that probably would not fulfill the requirement of residing for 2 years within the first 5 years after visa grant. The conditions list from the DHA website states:

-have lived in Australia for 2 years (730 days) in the last 5 years or
-be able to demonstrate substantial ties to Australia that are of benefit to Australia

What would constitute "substantial ties"? DHA cannot or will not advise on this terminology.

 

[wrussell]

What would constitute "substantial ties"? DHA cannot or will not advise on this terminology.

That is not their role.

Have you consulted Mr GOOGLE?

 

[Aztec]

That is not their role.

Have you consulted Mr GOOGLE?

I have a major in English thanks, just not DHA English. Thanks for your help and I'll be sure to recommend your services....

 

[CCMS]

I didn't think dependents could be included in a RRV application?

If you send me your email address, I can send you an overview of what is considered "substantial ties" etc. It is in migration policy, but may not be easy to find online.

I won't publish material like that on a public forum.

 

[Aztec]

I didn't think dependents could be included in a RRV application?

If you send me your email address, I can send you an overview of what is considered "substantial ties" etc. It is in migration policy, but may not be easy to find online.

I won't publish material like that on a public forum.

Thank you for your response. Yes, dependents would need their own RRV. If they did not fulfill the 2 year stay in Australia then supposedly "substantial ties" would be applicable. I am assuming that means family, property, etc. but just wanted more clarification, as a young dependent would only fulfill a few of those criteria. I suppose it is buried somewhere in PAM3.

 

[CCMS]

Thank you for your response. Yes, dependents would need their own RRV. If they did not fulfill the 2 year stay in Australia then supposedly "substantial ties" would be applicable. I am assuming that means family, property, etc. but just wanted more clarification, as a young dependent would only fulfill a few of those criteria. I suppose it is buried somewhere in PAM3.

It is easy to find in PAM3 if you know where to look. It's not hidden or buried.

 

[paulhand]

Thank you for your response. Yes, dependents would need their own RRV. If they did not fulfill the 2 year stay in Australia then supposedly "substantial ties" would be applicable. I am assuming that means family, property, etc. but just wanted more clarification, as a young dependent would only fulfill a few of those criteria. I suppose it is buried somewhere in PAM3.

Whilst they need their own RRV, dependents can be eligible for this based on their dependency on another RRV holder. It's in the legislation, not policy.

 

[CCMS]

Whilst they need their own RRV, dependents can be eligible for this based on their dependency on another RRV holder. It's in the legislation, not policy.

Correct, but I was referring to policy on "substantial ties".

 

[paulhand]

Correct, but I was referring to policy on "substantial ties".

I know you were. I was responding to the OP's comment on the dependency issue being buried in PAM3 ...