870 Sponsor Visa Approved Using Joint Sponsor to Meet Income Threshold
Case Summary
Background:
Our client, Ms. W, wished to apply for an 870 Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa to enable her parents to reside with her in Australia long-term. However, a significant challenge emerged: as the primary sponsor, her personal income alone did not fully meet the stringent financial requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs for the 870 visa. Meeting this financial threshold is a core condition of the 870 visa, and failure to do so would result in certain refusal.
Taking Over the Case:
Upon taking over the case, we quickly identified financial capacity as the key to success. We developed a clear strategy to meet the requirements through a permitted alternative pathway under immigration law.
Strategy Analysis & Solution Development: We immediately explained the provisions in immigration legislation regarding the use of a “Joint Sponsor.” We proposed and facilitated the inclusion of Ms. W’s spouse as a Joint Sponsor, combining their incomes to collectively meet the mandated financial threshold.
Meticulous Document Preparation: We meticulously guided both Ms. W and her spouse in preparing all necessary financial evidence, including but not limited to:
Recent Notice of Assessment (NOA)
Consecutive payslips
Employment contract
Bank statements
We ensured all documents were clear, complete, and seamlessly demonstrated the combined financial capacity of the two sponsors.
Comprehensive Sponsorship Application: We assisted the client in completing a detailed Sponsorship Application, which emphasized the overall financial strength of the family unit and was supported by all evidence and statutory declarations from the Joint Sponsor.
Successful Outcome:
After we lodged the 870 visa Sponsorship Application, the Department of Home Affairs approved it, recognizing the eligibility of Ms. W and her spouse as Joint Sponsors. The subsequent visa application was also successfully granted with No Request for Further Information (RFI). Ms. W’s parents successfully obtained their 870 visas, fulfilling the family’s wish for reunion in Australia.
Highlight Summary
The unique value of this case lies in our strategic thinking and in-depth understanding of immigration law, which enabled us to find an effective solution to the core financial obstacle. Our ability to handle complex cases is demonstrated by transforming seemingly insufficient individual circumstances into a qualifying strength through the family unit as Joint Sponsors. This case serves as a perfect example for families in similar situations, showcasing our expertise in resolving visa sponsorship challenges.
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