Case: Third Sponsorship Approved

Background

Ms. Martha (pseudonym) is an Australian citizen in her 50s who wished to sponsor her boyfriend for a partner visa. The challenge was significant: Martha had previously sponsored two former husbands, both of whom obtained their immigration status through her sponsorship.

The Challenge

Australian immigration law restricts the number of times a person can act as a sponsor for a partner visa. Having already sponsored two individuals, Martha did not qualify for a third sponsorship under the standard rules.

Special Circumstances

Through a careful and sensitive consultation process, EMI's team learned that both of Martha's previous marriages had broken down due to domestic violence. Martha had experienced significant trauma and had only recently found stability and happiness with her current partner, Jack (pseudonym), whose gentle character and emotional support had been crucial to her recovery.

EMI's Solution

EMI's immigration lawyers team presented a detailed submission to the Department of Home Affairs, outlining the compelling and compassionate reasons behind the breakdown of both previous marriages, and articulating Martha's genuine emotional dependency and the authentic nature of her current relationship.

Outcome

The Department granted an exemption to the sponsorship restriction. The partner visa was approved, allowing Martha and her partner to build their life together in Australia.

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