Australian Beneficiaries - Packet 3 to Interview date

[VanessaTony 3,567]

Did your police check come on the fancy blue paper too?

You don't need to send your x-rays. Only the results of the medical. And you don't need to take the x-ray to Sydney with you either. Just make sure you bring it with you when you move here

Thanks for the info. Seeing as the consulate will have my file by the time the police check is done I'm just going to have it sent directly there. I was a little worried before (when we didn't know where our case was) to get the medical and police check in case CIS changed their mind about giving me the visa and we'd loose more money. Lol.

I completely understand the nerves! I read about applying for it early to save time but I was still so worried that I'd spend the money for nothing... still.. worked out for the best

I also agree that i was a little disappointed with my police check. Not because I had any charges, but that it took SO long, and was basically ONE sentence on a big piece of paper. I said to my mum "THIS is what $131 looks like"... lol.

Thanks guys, this information is amazing. We are starting the K1 process in Jan 2010, and after reading all your information I'm less scared and more confident that we CAN do this. I'm sure that it wont take the million questions I have away, but great to hear other Aussies have been though it. Thanks

We have no doubt you can do it too. Please feel free to ask as many questions as you like because we all know, and remember what it's like to start this process and read and read and read but still feel like we learnt nothing

Edited November 19, 2009 by Vanessa&Tony

[VanessaTony 3,567]

Packet Three went in the mail today, express to sydney, so they should get it tomorrow morning. I was such a bundle of nerves at the GPO, checking and rechecking that the forms were right and O had all the right gear in there. I annoyed the lady at the window, I think because I was so anxious. But it's out of my hands now

I'm pretty sure I pissed off my mail lady too I stood at that mail desk when i was addressing the envelope checking everything like 3 times. I had mum re-read paperwork before I even got to the post office. I had my brother look at it once too I think... As it turns out if you forgot anything it's most likely they'll just ask you to bring it to your interview as the list they mail you is a list of anything you should have previously supplied so it shouldn't be as stressful as it is... but still. Once I sealed the envelope I was like "oh #######. I hope it's all right".. lol.

[sera77 35]

Fiance's interview on 24th Nov...

Evening of the 23rd u.s. time, I'm going to be nervous and waiting for that phone call.

Happy and can't believe we're at this step finally.

[Deb+Steve 13]

Fiance's interview on 24th Nov...

Evening of the 23rd u.s. time, I'm going to be nervous and waiting for that phone call.

Happy and can't believe we're at this step finally.

Congrats Sera . It's been a long road for you!

[Simon and Janet 6]

I'm close to sending in packet 3 and i'm just wondering about the payment for the visa. I've seen mentioned that people were required to bring a receipt of payment to the interview. Does the bill for the visa come with packet 4?

[NewYorkSydney 0]

I'm close to sending in packet 3 and i'm just wondering about the payment for the visa. I've seen mentioned that people were required to bring a receipt of payment to the interview. Does the bill for the visa come with packet 4?

Hi Simon,

All you do is go to the local post office and show them your letter from packet 4 and say you would like to pay the MCV fee - The cost is 157.20 AUD.

Make sure you dont buy your express post envelope on the same recepit as they need to see you paid the visa fee seperately.

[lyekka 5]

Hey everyone! Damo is picking up his package from me today at the ups office, yay! He had his medical with Dr. Charles on tuesday, and since he works around the corner he is going to pick it up instead of having them mail it to him. How long does it usually take for them to get the results ready? Thanks heaps!

Jules

[VanessaTony 3,567]

I'm close to sending in packet 3 and i'm just wondering about the payment for the visa. I've seen mentioned that people were required to bring a receipt of payment to the interview. Does the bill for the visa come with packet 4?

Hi Simon,

All you do is go to the local post office and show them your letter from packet 4 and say you would like to pay the MCV fee - The cost is 157.20 AUD.

Make sure you dont buy your express post envelope on the same recepit as they need to see you paid the visa fee seperately.

NO NO NO! Close but NO!

You DO get a letter but WAIT for the letter and pay the amount that's on the letter, don't rely on the $157.20 mentioned above. It can change. Mine was $170.30! It's dependent on the US dollar compared to Aussie dollar.

When you go to the post office tell them you need to pay the fee for a "NON-IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION". I know my post office was pretty confused about it (new girl) so it took a little while but you HAVE to tell them the amount because it changes so wait until you receive P4 which will list the amount on it.

[VanessaTony 3,567]

Hey everyone! Damo is picking up his package from me today at the ups office, yay! He had his medical with Dr. Charles on tuesday, and since he works around the corner he is going to pick it up instead of having them mail it to him. How long does it usually take for them to get the results ready? Thanks heaps!

Jules

Mine was with Dr. Charles and it took 10 days. It's very dependent on how busy they are. If he had it this Tuesday then i would call next Tuesday to ask about it. It's completely up to you how often you call but I'd give them a week at least. The sooner the better obviously though

[lyekka 5]

Hey everyone! Damo is picking up his package from me today at the ups office, yay! He had his medical with Dr. Charles on tuesday, and since he works around the corner he is going to pick it up instead of having them mail it to him. How long does it usually take for them to get the results ready? Thanks heaps!

Jules

Mine was with Dr. Charles and it took 10 days. It's very dependent on how busy they are. If he had it this Tuesday then i would call next Tuesday to ask about it. It's completely up to you how often you call but I'd give them a week at least. The sooner the better obviously though

Thanks V. Yeah Dr. charles mentioned the end of the week since he was picking it up. Damo called today and the woman on the phone pretty much bit his head off, and said dont call us we will call you. Also said to him dont come in it will be a waste of your time, even though he never said that he was going to. Was very rude to him. I dont know, maybe she isnt getting any...

[VanessaTony 3,567]

Hey everyone! Damo is picking up his package from me today at the ups office, yay! He had his medical with Dr. Charles on tuesday, and since he works around the corner he is going to pick it up instead of having them mail it to him. How long does it usually take for them to get the results ready? Thanks heaps!

Jules

Mine was with Dr. Charles and it took 10 days. It's very dependent on how busy they are. If he had it this Tuesday then i would call next Tuesday to ask about it. It's completely up to you how often you call but I'd give them a week at least. The sooner the better obviously though

Thanks V. Yeah Dr. charles mentioned the end of the week since he was picking it up. Damo called today and the woman on the phone pretty much bit his head off, and said dont call us we will call you. Also said to him dont come in it will be a waste of your time, even though he never said that he was going to. Was very rude to him. I dont know, maybe she isnt getting any...

Awww I kinda feel bad for her.. just a little 'cause I know that they only started doing the Visa stuff in the last year or so 'cause previously he had his own practice. Think about these threads and imagine people wanting visa's calling every day. Esp when you don't know all about it yet. For instance when I did mine they didn't know where I was supposed to be and sat me where i shouldn't have been for a while.

At the same time though, she doesn't need to be a ###### about it. She could simply tell you to call back next week... I agree, someone isn't getting any

[Omnivore 0]

My doctor is away and I need to visit him first, need to call off the appointment again! Good thing I don't leave till Feb 16!

[VanessaTony 3,567]

My doctor is away and I need to visit him first, need to call off the appointment again! Good thing I don't leave till Feb 16!

Can I be rude and ask why you need to see your doctor first? Is it for immunisation history? If so surely your doctor has a substitute working while he's away?

Is it something that can wait until AFTER the main doctor?

Either way stay strong. It will all be okay. You'll be there just after valentines day

[kaffy 2]

yeah, most doctors hire locums when they are away and he/she will be able to access the same records as 'your' doctor

[Simon and Janet 6]

I'm close to sending in packet 3 and i'm just wondering about the payment for the visa. I've seen mentioned that people were required to bring a receipt of payment to the interview. Does the bill for the visa come with packet 4?

Hi Simon,

All you do is go to the local post office and show them your letter from packet 4 and say you would like to pay the MCV fee - The cost is 157.20 AUD.

Make sure you dont buy your express post envelope on the same recepit as they need to see you paid the visa fee seperately.

NO NO NO! Close but NO!

You DO get a letter but WAIT for the letter and pay the amount that's on the letter, don't rely on the $157.20 mentioned above. It can change. Mine was $170.30! It's dependent on the US dollar compared to Aussie dollar.

When you go to the post office tell them you need to pay the fee for a "NON-IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION". I know my post office was pretty confused about it (new girl) so it took a little while but you HAVE to tell them the amount because it changes so wait until you receive P4 which will list the amount on it.

Ah ok, so it's with packet 4...thank you both!