Love and the Law – LGBTQIA+ Couples Facing Immigration Hurdles
I was lucky enough to attend a number of events across the 2025 Sydney Mardi Gras Festival including Fair Day at Victoria Park and the Parade with a prime roadside position on Oxford St. The atmosphere of love and acceptance was unrivalled! The 2025 campaign theme was “Free to Be” and it was a wonderful […]
What makes a Partner Visa complex?
Every day I get to meet and work with amazing couples and help them gain clarity on how to move forward with their visa application. So often these couples reach out to our team initially with ‘just one question,’ but if there’s one thing I’ve learnt, it’s that there’s no such thing as ‘just one […]
Are you affected by Section 48 or a Section 48 Bar?
Section 48 or a Section 48 bar probably means nothing to you if you haven’t undertaken extensive studies of Australian immigration law, but, it is a key section of the legislation, and if you don’t factor this in to your Partner Visa plans, you could end up in hot water! Navigating Australia’s visa system is incredibly complicated […]
Schedule 3 Waiver: What You Need to Know
If you are here to read up on the requirements for a Schedule 3 waiver, chances are you fall into one of these categories: No matter, where you’re at in your Partner Visa journey, this article is going to help you to understand what a Schedule 3 waiver is, if and when you need one, […]
The Dreaded 8503 Visa Condition…
Not all visas are created equal. Some might include the dreaded 8503 visa condition… Why is it a dreaded visa condition you may ask…? Planning a move to Australia or ways to secure your future here can be stressful for couples. Navigating the complexities of onshore vs offshore lodgement of a Partner Visa, all the […]
HIV Positive Partner Visa Application: What you need to know
HIV Positive Partner Visa applicants may see a more complicated application, but this is by no means the end of the road. Here are some of the most common questions we receive from those who are living with HIV. 1. Can I get a Partner Visa if I’m HIV Positive? When it comes to the […]
I am not divorced. Can I still apply for a Partner Visa?
I’m still not divorced, can we apply for a Partner Visa? From time to time we get this question and, well, this is an awkward one. If you’re not yet divorced, or if one party or both parties to the Partner Visa application have not had their divorce finalised, there may be grounds where you can still […]
Student Visa to Partner Visa: When Can You Stop Studying and More!
Last updated: 9 April 2025 One of the biggest challenges I see couples face is feeling trapped by an inability to plan for the future because of their visa status. There are so many different variables to consider when it comes to transitioning from a Student Visa to Partner Visa that it is hard to […]
What if we have an ‘Arranged Marriage’?
At Freedom Migration, we understand that arranged marriages are the way to go in some cultures and we have the expertise to fully support couples who choose this option. In this article, I’m going to outline the differences between ‘arranged’ and ‘forced’ unions. What if my marriage is arranged? An ‘arranged’ marriage is one where […]
Partner Visa Relationship Breakdown: Navigating the Aftermath
Last updated: 5 June 2025 Not all relationships work out the way you plan. If you’re going through a Partner Visa relationship breakdown, we’re sorry and we’re here for you! Breakups are never a fun time and the added weight of visa implications can make everything feel overwhelming. This blog is all about what happens […]