The Thomas surname is of patronymic origin, based on the first name of the father, meaning son of Thomas, much like Thomason. Thomas is the 14th most popular surname in the United States and the 9th most common in England.
The 6 Month Australian Tourist Visa allows a stay in Oz up to 6 months per visit, whereas the 12 Month Australian Tourist Visa allows a stay of up to 12 months per visit; both visas allow you to enter Australia a multiple number of times for 12 months from the date of issue.he 6 Month Australian Tourist Visa allows a stay in Oz up to 6 months per visit, whereas the 12 Month Australian Tourist Visa allows a stay of up to 12 months per visit; both visas allow you to enter Australia a multiple number of times for 12 months from the date of issue.
Originally Posted by lincsus. Am not sure whether in-laws can be sponsored or not. But parents do get 12 months visitor's visa now. If they are applying for first time, they get 18 months visa and they can stay in Australia for a total of 12 months in that 18 months timeframe.ooks like the sponsored family visa is a no go in this case. I am not so sure immigration will allow your parents to visit for 12 months to live with you and look after your child on a tourist visa but stranger things have happened!