[Moorf]

Hiya - the tests were exercise tests including 3x treadmill tests - he's already had his NZIS medical and these are further requested specialist tests. If they'd have said it would take a week to give him feedback/results that would have saved us all a lot of worry, but they'd said they would let parents know by Wednesday... :roll

If it is bad news it's hardly something you'd want an NZIS immigration officer telling you... :no

I believe the tests were carried out at Worthing Hospital and Goring Hall.

[Debbie]

Hope you get good news soon.
I have to say my heart sank when I read that that NZIS had wanted a treadmill test. My mum has had this a couple of times in the past and they have always made her very ill. If NZIS want her to have one then I think it would be the end of her chance of getting through the medical. Mr Moorf (Sen), if it's not to personal would you mind PM'ing me and letting me know why NZIS wanted this test. I hope I can offer this as some comfort- My mum has always known at the time of the test that she failed it as the test it's self has made her ill so if you were able to walk out of the test under your own steam things look positive.

Hope you get peace of mind soon. Best wishes. Debbie

[Avalon]

Sending Hugs.

I really wish there was something more useful I could offer you. Ive dealt with the waiting (which does seem endless) by getting pushy and hassling people - mostly at NZIS wellington, and not letting them get away with bad service and bone-idleness.

Its been nearly 6 months:( On top of the three years it does feel like theres a never ending uncertainty over the future of our family.

The only thing I can say is: hang in there. You have got this far. And please do be re-assured that you are dealing with an immigration office that does not treat you like dirt. Once you over this hump - you should at least get answers.

Please keep chasing the Doctors. If they said the results would be out days ago, then they should be.

{{{More Hugs}}}

Hxxx

[KerryS]

How horribly stressful for you and your family. I can imagine that you're all on tenterhooks with the wait.
Fingers here are firmly crossed that you get the results and good news very soon.

Big hugs to you all.

[Avalon]

More waiting:(

Dad has now had his final medical tests (this is now 3 lots).

Its going to be about 3 weeks before he gets the results as teh secretary is on holiday.

He has till the 27th July to get the results back to NZIS, so we should make it by the skin of our teeth. The case office though does seem helpful, so it may be that if there are any hitches - we could get an extension. The trick seems to be to keep them informed as soon as possible of any possible issues. (Which to be honest is the best way to deal with NZIS whatever the visa you are going for as far as Im concerned).

Im hoping that the tests are OK and we dont have to go for a Medical Waiver.

25 weeks since the application went in:wah

[Moorf]

Update - the "quick" decision they promised if Dad got his further test results from cardiologist back to them before XX date has now turned in to "two to three weeks until they get back assessment from the medical assessor" :roll

We can only sit/pace/drink and wait....

Hasn't been too much of a lengthy process to date - app went in beginning of March this year, so 4 months so far....

[JandM]

We can only sit/pace/drink and wait....((((())))) I can imagine.

[Mels]

sorry to hear you're still waiting. Hopefully this is the home stretch :yes

Mels

[andy141]

Mr Moorf (Sen), if it's not to personal would you mind PM'ing me and letting me know why NZIS wanted this test. I hope I can offer this as some comfort- My mum has always known at the time of the test that she failed it as the test it's self has made her ill so if you were able to walk out of the test under your own steam things look positive.

Hope you get peace of mind soon. Best wishes. Debbie

Hi Debbie,

NZIS wanted me to see my cardiologist for general appraisal. It was he who suggested the treadmill test just to pre-empt any request for one from NZIS.

Yes, I managed to walk away from it (a lttle puffed!!) but the rest of the report was positive!

Keeping everything crossed.

Andy

[cani]

Sorry to jump in on your thread with my own question but it is sort of related. My sister-in-law who is a Kiwi(lives in Dunedin) has offered to sponsor me. I'm an independent cuss so want to try it on my own but I was wondering if she could actually do this. Doesn't it have to be a blood relative or partner that sponsors?

[JandM]

http://www.immigration.govt.nz/migrant/stream/live/familycategories.htm That's a link that tells which family relationships are eligible to sponsor one another.

[macs gold]

Sorry to jump in on your thread with my own question but it is sort of related. My sister-in-law who is a Kiwi(lives in Dunedin) has offered to sponsor me. I'm an independent cuss so want to try it on my own but I was wondering if she could actually do this. Doesn't it have to be a blood relative or partner that sponsors? Generally yes. But is there not some blood relationship??? Normally I would read SIL as either you have a brother in Dunedin, or your husband is a kiwi. Or is your SIL naturalised rather than kiwi born?

[Debbie]

Hi Debbie,

NZIS wanted me to see my cardiologist for general appraisal. It was he who suggested the treadmill test just to pre-empt any request for one from NZIS.

Yes, I managed to walk away from it (a lttle puffed!!) but the rest of the report was positive!

Keeping everything crossed.

Andy

Thanks for that Andy. Hope all goes well with you.
Debbie

[cani]

Generally yes. But is there not some blood relationship??? Normally I would read SIL as either you have a brother in Dunedin, or your husband is a kiwi. Or is your SIL naturalised rather than kiwi born?

My SIL is kiwi born but my brother was unable to find work in NZ so kept his business in Canada. He spends 6 mos. in Canada and 6 in NZ so doesn't have PR. His business is in a remote area and his wife is ill so it's easier for them that she stays with family in NZ. I emailed NZIS asking if my SIL could sponsor me and the only answer I got were forms for her and me to fill in. Not sure if that's a positive or not.

[Moorf]

I can't believe we're STILL waiting for their "quick response" :roll

[wilson182]

I can't believe we're STILL waiting for their "quick response" :roll

Still nothing? I keep meaning to ask how things are going, but I figured no news is good news. :)

[Moorf]

Current situation is that they have had Medical Assessor reply and that they may be asking for a few more details from Dad's consultant... that's the current state of play... I guess it's good news that MA didn't say no immediately?

[Angela]

We applied the 12thMay and I was told yesterday on the phone to immigration ,that it could take 6/9months to be allocated a case officer .My husbands medical has also been sent to medical accessor but they wont tell us why its with accessor as far as our doctor is concerned there was not any problems with his medical .The only thing we can think of is he is on blood pressure medication but it is under control by our doctor .We applied Auckland, The funny part is they gave us our work permits with those medicals as we applied at the same time for work permits and residency it is a pain all this waiting and the stress it causes .They say parent sponsorship is low on priorities good luck to everyone Angela

[Moorf]

Strange - you should already have a Case Officer if the medical has been referred to the Medical Assessor... :confused: it's the Case Officer that refers it to the Med Assessor.

Hopefully you'll hear back soon as to what further tests/info is needed, if any. The med's only go to a Med Assessor if the Case Officer is unable to make the decision themselves and needs further clarification afaik.

[jubjub]

Current situation is that they have had Medical Assessor reply and that they may be asking for a few more details from Dad's consultant... that's the current state of play... I guess it's good news that MA didn't say no immediately?

I thought about your parents today too moorf, good timing this thread re-appearing, shame they havent got an answer already... :no

Makes me wonder if we will ever get my parents in, should they choose to do so.... they are both wrecks! (said in the kindest possible way, of course... :D)

[Angela]

Thanks for that information Moorf maybe I will leave it a while and ring and ask about case officer .We would like to know the reason for the medical referral .Thanks again angela

[Moorf]

Keep us posted :yes

[JandM]

Fingers crossed.+++++++++++++++

[wilson182]

Current situation is that they have had Medical Assessor reply and that they may be asking for a few more details from Dad's consultant... that's the current state of play... I guess it's good news that MA didn't say no immediately?


Well, I would say so. Is that what they have said - that they may be asking for a few more details?. Sounds like they could be on the point of making a decision (fingers crossed).

[Moorf]

Still waiting.... :mad:

[steveybj]

Well that took three days to read all the threads, Like most on here I am looking into sponsoring my inlaws, I leave for NZ next month working in Auckland, My wife is an only child and wants her parents to live with us. They are 59 and 60, both active with no medical problems, I understand the 3 year rule, but the inlaws want to come out before then. Obvioulsy they want to carry on working and not have to return after 6 months but equally not live off there savings, In the UK they are an integral part of the family looking after there only grand daughter, My question is what are the chances of getting a general work visa? They are coming over to Auckland for 3 weeks in december and am wandering if we should turn up at the local office to discuss, I take it from reading the threads its possible but how easy? Any advice would be great as its really our only major issue

many thanks steve

[steveybj]

ps I lied about our only major issue, selling the house is up there too but I see thats another thread completly!

steve

[Moorf]

I'm pretty sure your parents need to be under 56 years of age to apply for any type of work visa... although they can work when/if they come under the Family stream (which, of course, you need to wait 3 yrs to do).

[steveybj]

I am sure I read the General work visa does not have an age limit, but I may be wrong....

[Moorf]

A general work visa would be ok if they have a job offer, I think....

[Moorf]

Well, it's taken two whole weeks for the Case Officer to forward on a letter from the Medical Assessor to Dad - and it still hasn't arrived - nor has the email she said she'd send in the meantime with a summary.

:mad:

But... parents will now have to spend MORE money on MORE tests because the MA can't seem to make his mind up based on what information he's got .... :roll

[Mickstim]

Oh for goodness sake - that is soooooooo frustrating. Please give them our best!

Bx

[Angela]

Any consolation MOORF we had a letter from CO medical accessor asking for more tests on my husband an ecg anda liver test (liver test only a urine test ).She was also saying that we did not send in blood results and also radiologist reports so we had to get copies of them (we defiinaty sent them with the application but they dont admit they lost them .Tests done and all sent off to them today now we wait again to hear from them all very frustrating but no choice only do as they ask Angela

[dusk]

bad news moorf, how annoying that your CO is not proving to be a helpful one

[JandM]

SO sorry, Moorf. And Angela.

[Moorf]

Quick update -things are moving on, albeit slowly. Lots of to to-ing and fro-ing with the CO and MA and Dad's cardiologist, but I think we're on the homeward stretch now. Fingers crossed all :nice1

I've found this process way more stressful than our own EOI/ITA.

[wilson182]

Fingers firmly crossed here Moorf......

[Kiwi-In-Texas]

Good luck and hopefully you will hear some good news very soon.

[jubjub]

Fingers crossed Moorf.... I always get a bit nervous when i see this thread back up the top again..... so gawd knows how jumpy you guys are!

[peebles16]

Oh hope you hear good news soon Moorf - fingers crossed :)

Karenx

[Familyofmonkeys]

Oh hope you hear good news soon Moorf - fingers crossed :)

Karenx

Ditto :)

[Mickstim]

Millions of positive vibes coming from our house!

[Chaz]

Hope all gets worked out. I fear we might be going through this ourselves in a few years time.

[dusk]

best of luck :)

[sizzlingbadger]

Got our fingers crossed for your parents, what a stressful time for both of you.

[JandM]

All good wishes from us, too. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

[AlexUK]

So there is no way to get your parents into the country if you have 2 siblings in the UK?

[Moorf]

So there is no way to get your parents into the country if you have 2 siblings in the UK?

Under 'parent sponsorship'? Not unless you have another 2 siblings in NZ :no

However, there's nothing stopping them trying for PR if they're below a certain age (forget what it is now, 53?) and can work...

Or there's the investor route if they've got a few million NZ$$.




Oh, and we're all stiiillll waiting... :roll

[Moorf]

Pssst.....

Email from parent's case officer tonight:


I am pleased to inform you that your medical has been returned from the medical assessor who has no adverse opinion regarding your medical and the information you have provided.

WOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

:bluebanana:bluebanana:bluebanana:bluebanana

[vic11]

Thats fabulous news!! And great to hear as I will be hoping to sponsor my parents eventually. Break out the vino!!!! It's been a long time coming. I am sure its such a relief.

:bluebanana:bluebanana:bluebanana

[thewoodies]

I have been watching with interest - congratulations:bluebanana

[Pagan]

Congratulations to you all - bet you can't wait.

[Mickstim]

:clap:clap:clap:clap

Hooooooooooooooooray!!

[Moorf]

One sec....

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

More positives from CO, just the formalities and it's all done and dusted...


'm pleased to be able to be at the stage I can finalise your application. The second person quality check usually takes around a week to complete. I am away on leave next week but by the time I'm back in the office on 29th September I should be able to complete the approval process.

Needless to say, I'm ecstatic :bluebanana:bluebanana

[Mels]

Fantastic news and what a long wait for everyone. Enjoy the moment and good luck to your Ma & Pa. :cheers

:bluebanana:bluebanana:bluebanana

Mels

[peebles16]

YAAAAAAAAY :clap

and have some dancing blueys too :bluebanana:bluebanana:bluebanana

Really chuffed for you all!

Karenx

[Tia Maria]

Thats fantastic news, quick go buy a lottery ticket - its clearly your lucky day! :D

Cheers

Tia

[Familyofmonkeys]

YAY :bluebanana:bluebanana

[Kiwi-In-Texas]

That certainly is good news after all this time.


Congratulations to you all. :bluebanana:bluebanana:bluebanana

[Angela]

Congratulations to your parents ,at least they can finalise their plans it wont be long before you all can be together .Hope ours comes through soon ,would give you some bananas but Idont know how to do them as you probably gathered Iam not very computer literate Angela

[andrewp]

Congratulations Moorf. Well worth the hassle I'm sure...
:bluebanana:bluebanana:bluebanana:bluebanana

[Georgebulldog]

What lovely news I bet your over the moon :cheers
:bluebanana:clap:bluebanana

[Moorf]

Thanks all - I really am soooo over the moon it's unreal! Thought the day would never come.... mind you.. they still have to sell the house... :uhoh

Off to have a few bevvies :cheers

Moorf
xxxxx

[dusk]

Brilliant news moorf - congratulations to you all :D

[JandM]

Oh, I'm SOOOOOOO pleased! I was sitting next to your nice Dad at Shoreham, and I know how much he and your Mum are looking forward to making the trip.:nice1:cheers:clap

Any news of your brother?

[kiwidebs]

Congrats Moorf - I know this has been alot of stress and time but YAYYYY for your parents finally jumping all the hoops and getting there. Sending loads of house sales vibes their way!!

Debs

[dilanium]

That's wonderful Moorf! congrats!

[Debbie]

At long last. Congratulations, I'm so pleased for you and your parents. It's been a long road but at least you know that they are coming now. Sending house selling vibes and best wishes. Debbie

[tea drinker]

:bluebanana :clap :bluebanana from me too

[djchicane]

Brilliant news, so pleased for you! :bluebanana:bluebanana

[zsj]

Congratulations. Gives me hope that ours may at least be on the horizon - my parents applied in Feb and were asked for medical info in April which they provided immediately and have not heard a dicky bird since.....grrrr!

Good luck for the next stage - house sales amd moves etc. Really pleased for you all.

Sarah.

[Moorf]

So, the final throes - an email today from NZIS saying my parents are approved for residency and could they please hand over more wads of cash for migrant fees etc.... the visa issuing process, after receipt of gold ingots, will take around 4 weeks (family sponsorship apps are low priority).

:clap

... the UK house has already had viewings and Mum's already buying furniture for the new NZ house!!! :laugh

A few of you asked about my little bro... he's put their immigration plans on hold at the moment after a couple of applications, and he's just had fab career news so he's staying put for now. We hope to sponsor him when he feels the time is right for them to move... :) (of course, any more chocolate abuse from him and sponsorship might not be a route he can take... :D)

[britzy]

Thats brillant news I bet you're over the moon.
I am hoping to get my mum and step dad over as I can't imagine not having them near by ,so will be picking your brains at a much later date.

Helen

[Moorf Junior]

i've just realised, i've not actually posted anything on this thread despite its about our parents!

The news today is a great relief and were really, HONESTLY, very happy for them. Yes, we are obviously sad that they will be leaving us but its also an ideal opportunity for us to visit again, AND its an advantage to us if/when we decide its a good time to apply again.

Not going to hijack the thread, but as Helen said, a few have asked what our plans are since we met at Shoreham and our application was withdrawn as we have not posted here since. Well, yes I have had some great news with regards to my job which makes a huge difference, Mia seems settled in her job and the kids are very happy in thier new schools and doing well, and we really dont want to upset the apple cart at this important stage in thier education.

So, while moving to NZ is still something we would like to look at, just maybe at a later date. In the meantime, its just heads down and plough through this rocky time, try to ignore the downsides of the current climate and the state of the country and enjoy what we have rather than moan about what we could have!

Looking forward to a family Xmas09 in NZ! :)

[JandM]

Good news on both counts! :nice1