Thanks folks for the information I really appreciate the feedback. I will have to accept now that it would be another two years before I can apply, but it is what it is. Next step for me is I have to find out for how long I am allowed to leave the country per year without it counting against my reck...

Hi all. I received my third stamp 4 on De Facto basis and Im trying to figure out what the minimum time of recognizable residence is in order to apply for citizenship. Is it 3 years or 5 years? De Facto visa states that the applicant must prove the relationship to be akin to marriage, hence thinking...