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Does a visa holder from Philippines to Australia need to attend a seminar before she can depart? Is there some sort of course? And does this apply to all visas, or just partner (spouse visas and fiancee visas)? What is the Commission for Filipinos Overseas (CFO)?Does a visa holder from Philippines to Australia need to attend a seminar before she can depart?
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Is attending a seminar or course a mandatory requirement for Filipino visa holders traveling to Australia, and does this apply to all visa types or specific ones, like partner (spouse and fiancee) visas?
Attending the Commission for Filipinos Overseas (www.cfo.gov.ph) Guidance and Counseling seminar is compulsory for partner visa holders before entering Australia, yes.