What financial evidence is relevant when your partner plans a temporary visit to Australia? The evidence should show adequate funds, or genuine access to support, for the proposed trip. There is no single bank balance that guarantees approval.
In this article I discuss:
- planning an individual assessment;
- does she need money in the bank;
- supporting your partner; and
- ongoing financial support.
Planning an Individual Assessment
The purpose of the proposed visit, available support and wider circumstances all need consideration. A personal consultation can identify the requirements relevant to your partner rather than treating a bank balance as a complete assessment.
Money in the Bank
A traveller may rely on their own funds, genuine financial support from another person, or a combination. If you will help pay, explain what you will cover and provide evidence that the support is available.
This does not automatically remove the need for the traveller’s bank statements or other financial information. Follow the current document instructions and answer any Home Affairs request. Assess the budget against the length of the visit, accommodation, living costs and travel arrangements.
Supporting your partner
An invitation and financial support can help explain a proposed visit. Financial support and formal sponsorship are different concepts. Ask for individual advice about which requirements are relevant to your circumstances.
Having a boyfriend in Australia or receiving support does not by itself establish that the traveller is a genuine temporary visitor. Explain the visit truthfully and provide evidence suited to the circumstances.
Putting money in the bank
A recent transfer is not automatically dishonest or an automatic reason for refusal. Explain its source, purpose and availability, with records where relevant. An unexplained balance increase may leave questions about whether funds are genuinely available.
Do not temporarily move money merely to create a misleading financial picture. Present accurate evidence of the actual arrangements rather than assuming a deposit will secure approval.
Sending money to her
If you already provide regular financial support, records can help explain the arrangements. State what the payments are for and whether support will continue during the visit. Financial support is only one part of the evidence, not proof on its own that a relationship or temporary visit meets the requirements.
Do not start transfers merely to manufacture evidence or follow an arbitrary weekly amount. Explain your real financial arrangements and ask what evidence is relevant to your circumstances.
For related guidance, see Immigration refusal guidance.
What it all means to you
The evidence should accurately explain the proposed visit, available funds and support. Seek individual advice about the relevant requirements. Financial support can be relevant but does not guarantee approval or excuse requested documents.
For help assessing suitable evidence, request a free assessment. We can explain the requirements and help prepare accurate material; Home Affairs decides the outcome.
