Hi All,
I have included my partner in my EOI application. My EOI got approved and my partner and I went about applying for residency. We went through gathering all the necessary docs to that we are a legitimate couple (pictures, emails, phone bills, joint account, etc) unfortunately the only one that we do not have is the "living together for 12 months" portion. We live in a country which is impossible to rent or own an apartment unless we are married. That alone is a huge prob.
The immigration office got back to us and informed us that my application was approved however my partner's was declined on the basis that we did not fulfill the 12 months requirements. She mention that we can appeal this decision and plea out case. We sat down and discuss and opted for that route as the immigration officer mention that although we have appealed, it will not affect my option in proceeding with my PR application.
I would like to get anyone's take on this whole appeal situation. What are our chances on getting at least a working visa for my partner? How long is the process going to take? I am planning on moving to NZ by July(hopefully by that time Ill get my PR approve) and would want my partner to go with me. Should our appeal be rejected, what are our other avenues that we can explore?
Any help/advise is so greatly appreciated.