Chris, an Australian citizen, connected with Mary Joy, a Filipino national, through the popular dating app Tinder. Their bond strengthened significantly after meeting face-to-face in Melbourne following extensive communication online.

When Mary Joy returned to the Philippines, the pair maintained a long-distance relationship for three years. After Chris travelled multiple times to the Philippines, they both made the decision to pursue a Partner Visa (Subclass 309) in order to establish a permanent life together in Australia.

Initially, Chris and Mary Joy encountered discouragement during a consultation with another representative who expressed concerns about Mary Joy’s prior visa refusals and family history. This raised doubts about their ability to secure a Partner Visa. However, they sought a second opinion and contacted the team at Stojanovic & Associates for expert guidance — this time, receiving the encouragement and information they were hoping for.

In April 2023, we submitted Chris and Mary Joy’s Partner Visa application with great assurance, having crafted a strong and persuasive case. Throughout the journey, we maintained open and frequent communication with the couple, keeping them informed at all times and addressing any queries promptly.

We were all thrilled when we received an update from the Department of Australian Immigration in July 2023, stating that Chris and Mary Joy’s Partner Visa application was approved. This had taken less than six months from submission to be granted — a result which is a testament to our diligent preparation and strategic approach.