> Back again, just thought I´d add a little more info.
> He has actually already applied for Australian citizenship, but has
> been told that as he does not hold a permanent residence status his
> application is more than likely to be refused. (This requirement also
> applies to widowers.)
> If he wishes to proceed further he needs to go for an interview. This
> will take place in Berlin since it is no longer possible here in The
> Netherlands.
> I personally hold little hope for him. After putting in lots of time,
> hope and money I believe it will only end in disappointment. He loves
> Australia spending several months there on various occassions, it was
> his wife that choose to live in Holland! How could he apply for a
> permanent residents permit, on which grounds?
> He is applying for Australian passports for his children.They are now
> 13 and 14 years old. In my opinion the longer he leaves it how more
> unsettling it will be for the children.
I honestly think he will need to consult an agent as to his options -
there are some that post on here, George Lombard and Alan Collet being
names that spring to mind. It certainly isn't straightforward, and
bearing in mind his age, there will be limited options.
I'd get professional advice before going any further.
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