As reported in the Age, foreigners who fall in love with Australians could have to complete 500 hours of English classes before they are allowed to stay here permanently.
Acting Immigration Minister Alan Tudge revealed new details of the English language requirements, announced in Tuesday’s Federal Budget, for people applying for partner visas.
The test also applies to an applicant’s spouse, if they are a permanent resident rather than an Australian citizen.
“This will apply to prospective partner visa applications, from about the middle of next year,” Mr Tudge said.
“What this will mean is that we will require an applicant and a sponsor to have met functional level English or to have at least made reasonable efforts to learn English.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-10-08/500-hours-of-english-classes-required-under-partner-visa-changes/12741714
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