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Australian Skilled Migration Visa - Megathread

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  • #52
    Zambia
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,333 ✭✭✭Zambia


    Do you have different bills but with the same address?


  • #53
    hussey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,240 ✭✭✭hussey


    foundry wrote: »
    Hi Declan & Liz

    Quick question regarding de facto and proving it.

    My bf is applying for 176 visa and I am going under him.
    Could you give me a list of what is considered as proof?

    We have been living/renting together for past 2.5 yrs, but no joint accounts, property, children etc. Bills would be in his name also.

    Do photos, flight itineraries etc count?

    Yes all that count, if you get letters or a bank statement to that address that counts, especially over a few years, any joint invites (wedding, engagement etc), holiday tickets, photos and in some cases letters from friends

    have a read of a few defacto threads here
    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=74603898
    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055698121


  • #54
    foundry
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 605 ✭✭✭foundry


    Zambia wrote: »
    Do you have different bills but with the same address?

    Just gas & electricity with Bord Gais with his name, I suppose he could ring them and get my name on one of them? Is it worth setting up a joint account, we hope to have Visa in by May.
    hussey wrote: »
    Yes all that count, if you get letters or a bank statement to that address that counts, especially over a few years, any joint invites (wedding, engagement etc), holiday tickets, photos and in some cases letters from friends

    have a read of a few defacto threads here
    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=74603898
    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055698121

    Thanks so much for that, have lots of photos, tickets etc. We are lacking official documentation really but will try get a bill in my name, a letter from landlord stating were a couple and renting together, a contract and letters from friends and family.

    Is that sufficient?? Thanks again!


  • #55
    hussey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,240 ✭✭✭hussey


    foundry wrote: »
    Just gas & electricity with Bord Gais with his name, I suppose he could ring them and get my name on one of them? Is it worth setting up a joint account, we hope to have Visa in by May.

    Thanks so much for that, have lots of photos, tickets etc. We are lacking official documentation really but will try get a bill in my name, a letter from landlord stating were a couple and renting together, a contract and letters from friends and family.

    Is that sufficient?? Thanks again!

    Yes it is.
    The letter from landlord is a great idea, the Australian immigration isn't this big bad wolf people think they are, they want skilled people to come to Australia to help them prosper, they are not looking to trick or trip you up.


  • #56
    Zambia
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,333 ✭✭✭Zambia


    Yes a joint account is a good idea.

    Even without the VISA aspect. As you live together decide how much the house costs to run per week/month. Food , rent , electricity etc

    Then both of you transfer half that amount each week/month. Bills are paid from that account.

    Then you get your own money each to spend without worry.

    It cant hurt the Visa application either.


  • #57
    LizOHagan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭LizOHagan


    foundry wrote: »
    Hi Declan & Liz

    Quick question regarding de facto and proving it.

    My bf is applying for 176 visa and I am going under him.
    Could you give me a list of what is considered as proof?

    We have been living/renting together for past 2.5 yrs, but no joint accounts, property, children etc. Bills would be in his name also.

    Do photos, flight itineraries etc count?



    Hello Foundry

    There are no hard and fast rules on what is required to prove a defacto relationship as every couple circs are different. There are four heading they assess you under - nature of household, financial aspects, social aspects and commitment to one another and you are expected to have evidence under each heading. You need to prove you conduct your lives as a couple as opposed to housemates and have evidence to back this up. Photos and emails carry little weight so other independent evidence such as those suggested are needed. Further advice is on immi.gov.au if you search under partner visa where samples are given.

    DIAC are not out to 'get you' but they do need reasonable evidence to grant the visa to the defacto as they are keen to avoid fraud etc.

    Good Luck, Liz


  • #58
    zweton
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,683 ✭✭✭zweton


    Hi,

    I will soon be going through the same process also, hoping to put my girlfriend on 176 as de facto. We have been gathering docs for when the time comes(wont be submitting until May as we will only have the 12 months then). Hears hoping DIAC wont put the dates forward because the new changes are coming in July:confused:
    We have been going out for 4 years but only living with each other 10 months in March, we also leave on a WHV in March so we were looking to make up the other 2 months in a hostel in Auz. I was thinking of geting the owner of the hostel to write up a letter stating we are staying in a private room in the hostel on official letterhead paper so hofefully they will accept this as legit:confused:
    We have everything else i think, 10 months esb bills, wedding invites etc.
    One thing we do not have is joint account in both our names just because we never needed it really! We are going to get a letter from landlord stating the dates we lived here. Its the official docs that are hard to get i guess. Could someone have a read of this and advise if this seems right what we plan to do:)

    Thanks


  • #59
    Little Sunshine
    Registered Users Posts: 112 ✭✭Little Sunshine


    I am being quoted €3,000 to use an agent - Do any of the agents offer a service of checking if all the documentation is correct for the Skills assessment -


  • #60
    zweton
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,683 ✭✭✭zweton


    dont bother, just diy. I did it for my skills assessment and its not that bad really, you will save a fortune.


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  • #61
    Little Sunshine
    Registered Users Posts: 112 ✭✭Little Sunshine


    Am thinking along the lines of DIY for 176 visa but am worried if I 4get some info for the SA and mess it up I will have to start again and that's not an option considering the July changes


  • #62
    LizOHagan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭LizOHagan


    zweton wrote: »
    Hi,

    I will soon be going through the same process also, hoping to put my girlfriend on 176 as de facto. We have been gathering docs for when the time comes(wont be submitting until May as we will only have the 12 months then). Hears hoping DIAC wont put the dates forward because the new changes are coming in July:confused:
    We have been going out for 4 years but only living with each other 10 months in March, we also leave on a WHV in March so we were looking to make up the other 2 months in a hostel in Auz. I was thinking of geting the owner of the hostel to write up a letter stating we are staying in a private room in the hostel on official letterhead paper so hofefully they will accept this as legit:confused:
    We have everything else i think, 10 months esb bills, wedding invites etc.
    One thing we do not have is joint account in both our names just because we never needed it really! We are going to get a letter from landlord stating the dates we lived here. Its the official docs that are hard to get i guess. Could someone have a read of this and advise if this seems right what we plan to do:)

    Thanks

    Hello,

    You certainly appear to be on the right track. i assume flight bookings are together and you will keep all travel receipts in joint names. I will say though that no one can give you a definitive response on a online forum. The key is to gather as much as possible within the headings provided as per the DIAC website.


  • #63
    LizOHagan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭LizOHagan


    Little Sunshine wrote: »
    Am thinking along the lines of DIY for 176 visa but am worried if I 4get some info for the SA and mess it up I will have to start again and that's not an option considering the July changes

    The information for the skill assessment is on the relevant website so it is a case of studying carefully and providing all that is requested in the desired format. Just remember to view the criteria for the skill assessment, state sponsorship and visa criteria from the outset to ensure you can tick all the boxes.

    Yes, people can do the visa themselves and many are successful. Others struggle with the paper trail and seek professional advice. Bit like doing a tax return yourself or paying the accountant - you have the choice!

    Best of luck, Liz


  • #64
    Little Sunshine
    Registered Users Posts: 112 ✭✭Little Sunshine


    Just had a look through the online application. Where do u upload all the relevant employer references and payslips


  • #65
    foundry
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 605 ✭✭✭foundry


    Hi little miss sunshine, we are paying an agent to assist us. Fee was €2500, agent is based in Adelaide & is Irish.

    We have only submitted TRA form so still have a lot to do for 176 visa but knowing our agent is there to help puts our minds at ease. We cannot afford to mess up as we are time poor also.

    Regarding uploading references, you don't. You fill out TRA application online & print it off. Then attach references, payslips, contract, p60s, passport, qualifications, results etc.. Making sure to get copies of passport, qualifications & results certified by a Guard or solicitor.

    We had loads of questions to ask agent about TRA form alone, we would struggle without agent. Expensive but worth it for us.. so far anyway!
    When our visa is lodged I will update if agent is really needed.


  • #66
    Little Sunshine
    Registered Users Posts: 112 ✭✭Little Sunshine


    I would be getting my SA through VETESSES and have just found an advisory service on their website. Basically they review ur qualifications, employment references and P60's and ur allowed to ask a few questions all for the fee of €105. They also advise on any documentation that u might be missing. Its sort of a pre check on all the info b4 u submit the real thing


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  • #67
    zweton
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,683 ✭✭✭zweton


    Little Sunshine wrote: »
    I would be getting my SA through VETESSES and have just found an advisory service on their website. Basically they review ur qualifications, employment references and P60's and ur allowed to ask a few questions all for the fee of €105. They also advise on any documentation that u might be missing. Its sort of a pre check on all the info b4 u submit the real thing

    Hey, the following websites really helped me in answering any visa questions i had.

    http://www.pomsinoz.com/
    http://britishexpats.com/

    Hope this helps.:)


  • #68
    Little Sunshine
    Registered Users Posts: 112 ✭✭Little Sunshine


    yeah agree pomsinoz is great haven't seen the other one yet but will check it out.
    In relation to certifying documents how do u certify passport size photos


  • #69
    shadowcomplex
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,097 ✭✭✭shadowcomplex


    If a get a skilled migration visa for aus, how long after I have it do I have to go over there?


  • #70
    hussey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,240 ✭✭✭hussey


    shadowcomplex wrote: »
    If a get a skilled migration visa for aus, how long after I have it do I have to go over there?

    1 year from the day it's granted


  • #71
    LizOHagan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭LizOHagan


    hussey wrote: »
    1 year from the day it's granted

    Sorry Hussey, you must make your initial entry into Australia before the expiry of your medicals or police clearances (whichever one has the earliest date). This is why it is not a good idea to do the medicals or police clearances too far in advance as it may leave you with problems meeting the Initial Entry date.

    As long as the applicants (all family members included in the visa) make the initial entry date for at least a visit to activate the visas then they have 5 years from date of visa grant to emigrate.


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  • #72
    Zambia
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,333 ✭✭✭Zambia


    Does it not state on the Visa must not arrive before X date. Is that not the date you should trust?


  • #73
    hussey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,240 ✭✭✭hussey


    Zambia wrote: »
    Does it not state on the Visa must not arrive before X date. Is that not the date you should trust?
    Yeah, on my letter it was a year since it was granted, this could well be the medical date, as that was the last thing I submitted, but definetely had the date on letter.
    It wasn't the Garda date as I submitted that before my medical
    I.e. submitted my Garda clearance June, medical August 2010 my letter said August 2011 to activate


  • #74
    F00t13f4n
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 728 ✭✭✭F00t13f4n


    Hi everyone

    This is a great thread! I'm starting on the process of applying for a Skilled Migration Visa, and am pulling together information to get my skills assessed.

    I need to provide a certified copy of my passport bio-data page. According to Engineers Australia:
    The following classes of persons are authorized to certify copies of documents:
    • An authorised Notary Public
    • An authorised Commissioner for Oaths (Declarations)
    • An authorised Solicitor, Barrister or Judge
    • An authorised Justice of the Peace
    • An officer of an Australian Diplomatic Post
    • A current financial member of the Engineers Australia other than at the grade of student (membership number must be shown)
    • A staff member of Engineers Australia

    I assume getting a copy of my passport stamped at the Garda station isn't sufficient? Sorry if this is a stupid question - I thought you might be able to answer me quickly and save me getting it wrong. I'll be back with better ones as my application proceeds, I promise!

    Thanks in advance.


  • #75
    LizOHagan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭LizOHagan


    Zambia wrote: »
    Does it not state on the Visa must not arrive before X date. Is that not the date you should trust?

    For skilled visas it generally says along the lines of 'You must make your initial entry into Australia before XXXX please note that this date can not be changed under any circumstances'

    Other visas such as spouse visas may differ.


  • #76
    LizOHagan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭LizOHagan


    hussey wrote: »
    Yeah, on my letter it was a year since it was granted, this could well be the medical date, as that was the last thing I submitted, but definetely had the date on letter.
    It wasn't the Garda date as I submitted that before my medical
    I.e. submitted my Garda clearance June, medical August 2010 my letter said August 2011 to activate

    Medicals and Police Clearances are only valid for 12 months hence how they choose the initial entry date however in some cases they can extend the date or indeed choose the latter date.


  • #77
    zweton
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,683 ✭✭✭zweton


    hmmm, was told by a garda the other day the garda cert was only valid for 6 months! Will have to double check this with them.


  • #78
    LizOHagan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭LizOHagan


    F00t13f4n wrote: »
    Hi everyone

    This is a great thread! I'm starting on the process of applying for a Skilled Migration Visa, and am pulling together information to get my skills assessed.

    I need to provide a certified copy of my passport bio-data page. According to Engineers Australia:
    The following classes of persons are authorized to certify copies of documents:
    • An authorised Notary Public
    • An authorised Commissioner for Oaths (Declarations)
    • An authorised Solicitor, Barrister or Judge
    • An authorised Justice of the Peace
    • An officer of an Australian Diplomatic Post
    • A current financial member of the Engineers Australia other than at the grade of student (membership number must be shown)
    • A staff member of Engineers Australia

    I assume getting a copy of my passport stamped at the Garda station isn't sufficient? Sorry if this is a stupid question - I thought you might be able to answer me quickly and save me getting it wrong. I'll be back with better ones as my application proceeds, I promise!

    Thanks in advance.

    Hello,

    Engineers Australia are very strict so you must follow the instructions carefully. Try a Solicitor or Commissioner of Oaths.


  • #79
    emfitz
    Registered Users Posts: 71 ✭✭emfitz


    Hi all,

    Just looking into what the next step is in regards to getting residency. I've been a year on 457 and looking at options. I'm defacto on my OH visa. We'd really like to get residency without haveing to involve an employer.

    Can anyone tell me how to go about this or what visas would be best.

    OH came home yesterday telling me a workmate of his on 457 applied for residency after 18months or so and got it without paying anything, is this possible.

    Have read through the old threads but can't work out which visa is best..


  • #80
    hussey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,240 ✭✭✭hussey


    emfitz wrote: »
    Hi all,

    Just looking into what the next step is in regards to getting residency. I've been a year on 457 and looking at options. I'm defacto on my OH visa. We'd really like to get residency without haveing to involve an employer.

    Can anyone tell me how to go about this or what visas would be best.
    Read up on state sponsored or independent, you can find them on immi.gov.au, they are pretty much the two available.
    OH came home yesterday telling me a workmate of his on 457 applied for residency after 18months or so and got it without paying anything, is this possible.
    Yep, if work pays for it, legally if someone wants employer sponsored, then employer should pay


  • #81
    mandrake04
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,435 ✭✭✭mandrake04


    emfitz wrote: »
    Hi all,

    Just looking into what the next step is in regards to getting residency. I've been a year on 457 and looking at options. I'm defacto on my OH visa. We'd really like to get residency without haveing to involve an employer.

    Like Hussey says if you don't want to involve an Employer it's going be either 175 or 176.

    You are going need a skills assessment and at least $3000-$4000, plus you need to make a decision to use a MARA agent (prob another $3000)

    If its a 176 you are going need State sponsored.

    Also have a look at Liz & Declan's comments on the new rules 1st July.
    emfitz wrote: »

    OH came home yesterday telling me a workmate of his on 457 applied for residency after 18months or so and got it without paying anything, is this possible.

    Have read through the old threads but can't work out which visa is best..

    Probably ENS 856 Sponsored PR, employer paid for mine as well. But since you don't want to involve Employer you are going have to pay it yourself.


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  • #82
    E86
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1 ✭E86


    Hi,

    There seems to be good feedback and responses to questions raised on this thread. I'm wondering if you can help me figure out what is the best visa for me to apply for, out of what's available to me.

    Some details:

    I'm currently on a 417 working holiday visa and have been in the country for 3 months in Melbourne.

    I'm 25 and a civil engineer with over 3 years work experience, so I currently get 50 points on the points test.

    I would need to do an english language test to get it over the required 65 points.
    Although I came across a line on the Victoria state website that stated if you are an Irish citizen you do not have to provide an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) assessment. Does this apply to the DIAC points requirement system...would I still need to do the test to get the required points? see the link below..

    www.liveinvictoria.vic.gov.au/visas-and-immigrating/skilled-visas/skilled-sponsored-visa-subclass-886

    I'm currently doing some temporary work with the department of transport. Is there any way that getting them to do something like nominate me, that could help, since they are a state agency?


    These are the visa options that I could find that might be available to me:

    1. Second working holiday visa- after 3 months regional work

    2. 457- try and get company that will sponsor me

    3. Skilled – Regional Sponsored (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 487)- need state nomination, and allows you to remain in Australia for up to three years and requires you to live(2years) and work(12months) in a Specified Regional Area in Australia. If you don't meet the 2 year and 12 month regional work requirements, does it just mean you can't apply for permanent residency yet?

    4. Skilled – Independent (Migrant) Visa (Subclass 175)- Do I have to be outside Australia to apply for this?

    5. Skilled – Sponsored (Migrant) Visa (Subclass 176)- Do I have to be outside Australia to apply for this? Required to remain in the sponsoring state for 2 years.

    Am I missing any other visa options?


    Ideally I'd like to go for the visa with the least no. of restraints which seems to be the 175 visa.

    but also I have to take into account the likelihood of getting the visas and the costs.

    What do you think is the best visa option is for me?


  • #83
    Pope John 11
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 161 ✭✭Pope John 11


    Guys, I am looking to apply for a VISA. I am not too sure if I should be applying for the 457 or 176 VISA.

    I too am a Civil/Structural Engineer. My understanding is that I need to fill out the documentation via the Washington Accord, as attached

    http://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/sites/default/files/shado/About%20Us/Migration%20Skills%20Assessment/Washington%20Accord%20Application%20Form.pdf

    1. Degree manuscript & any other college manuscripts
    2. College results
    3. CV
    4. Passport copy
    5. Get all documentation stamped by a solicitor
    6. IELTS as I am over the required working holiday Visa

    What other documentation do I require?
    Previous work pay slips, are these required?
    Previous work contract?
    Medicals?
    Can someone add to the list and put them in an order of when they are required. Thanks


  • #84
    hussey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,240 ✭✭✭hussey


    E86 wrote: »

    I'm 25 and a civil engineer with over 3 years work experience, so I currently get 50 points on the points test.

    I would need to do an english language test to get it over the required 65 points.
    Although I came across a line on the Victoria state website that stated if you are an Irish citizen you do not have to provide an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) assessment. Does this apply to the DIAC points requirement system...would I still need to do the test to get the required points? see the link below..
    To get the extra points you must sit the exam
    I'm currently doing some temporary work with the department of transport. Is there any way that getting them to do something like nominate me, that could help, since they are a state agency?
    Ask them!!!!
    4. Skilled – Independent (Migrant) Visa (Subclass 175)- Do I have to be outside Australia to apply for this?

    5. Skilled – Sponsored (Migrant) Visa (Subclass 176)- Do I have to be outside Australia to apply for this? Required to remain in the sponsoring state for 2 years.

    175/176 - You can apply whilst in Australia but when granted you have to leave and 'arrive' again.


  • #85
    LizOHagan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭LizOHagan


    More details on the skilled program from July 1st 2012 are now available at http://www.immi.gov.au/skills/skillselect/ - please note that further amendments to the program could be released so act with caution.


  • #86
    Mellor
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 39,598 ✭✭✭✭Mellor


    Was thinkign about my PR options dowm the line.
    I think the skills assessment will eventually screw me over.


  • #87
    Zambia
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,333 ✭✭✭Zambia


    Mellor wrote: »
    Was thinkign about my PR options dowm the line.
    I think the skills assessment will eventually screw me over.

    Could your firm not sponsor you for PR at present.


  • #88
    Mellor
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 39,598 ✭✭✭✭Mellor


    Yeah they could. But they don't be able yo justify that kinda of expense. Quite a small company.

    So if I was paying for it myself, I'd be hoping to avoid unnecessary expenses.

    Are these costs accurate?
    ENS = $520 Nomination , $3105 (1st installment in Australia) plus Garda checks, medical etc
    175 and 176 = $2970 (1st installment), plus Garda checks, medical etc, plus skills assessment


  • #89
    jank
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 13,018 ✭✭✭✭jank


    Your best bet Mellor is the ENS 856 option.
    Yes costs are there or there abouts for the 856 not too sure on the 175.


  • #90
    jank
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 13,018 ✭✭✭✭jank


    Found this. Might be posted already but gives a very very brief over view for skilled visas.
    All this though may change come July.

    http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/_pdf/overseas-skilled-options.pdf


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  • #91
    radharc05
    Registered Users Posts: 77 ✭✭radharc05


    Apologies for posting this if it is out of place, please do advise.

    We are looking to Emigrate later this year. My OH is Trade qualified. We did have a would be sponsor, but this would be FIFO and is not suitable as we have 2 small children.
    We spotted some adverts on a site earlier and there was a guy there called Niall Minogue, he looks for €300 and will get visa sorted and find work as well?!
    Just wondered if anyone knows anything about him or his service?
    Would much appreciate it if anyone can help.


  • #92
    hussey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,240 ✭✭✭hussey


    Sorry that sounds like a scam - never give any money to people to sort out your visa.

    There are so many stories about this.


  • #93
    radharc05
    Registered Users Posts: 77 ✭✭radharc05


    MANY MANY MANY thanks for you speedy reply!


  • #94
    LizOHagan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 96 ✭✭LizOHagan


    radharc05 wrote: »
    Apologies for posting this if it is out of place, please do advise.

    We are looking to Emigrate later this year. My OH is Trade qualified. We did have a would be sponsor, but this would be FIFO and is not suitable as we have 2 small children.
    We spotted some adverts on a site earlier and there was a guy there called Niall Minogue, he looks for €300 and will get visa sorted and find work as well?!
    Just wondered if anyone knows anything about him or his service?
    Would much appreciate it if anyone can help.

    Hello... some general advice

    - you won't get a visa for a family unit for 300 euros
    - recruiters should not charge to secure work for you the job applicant
    - only seek advice from a visa agent registered with mara.gov.au
    - get some written advice on what the 300 euros covers
    - you secured one sponsor so why not try again?
    - consider permanent skilled visas but act quickly before the July 1st changes
    - there are alot of people (and this is a general comment) getting in on the 'australian job/visa bandwagon' who have little or no experience but see it as an opportunity to scam vulnerable people in the current times....in all honesty if it was that easy I would be a retired millionaire

    Research and double check all information before you part with your hard earned cash and best of luck! Liz


  • #95
    metalwood
    Registered Users Posts: 58 ✭✭metalwood


    Hi All
    I have so many question but ill try to be brief

    Im a trade qualified toolmaker but have my own small engineering shop for the past 8 years doing steel fabrication/welding and machining doing very little at the minute so Im thinking moving the whole family over.

    Would I be better looking for sponsorship or going skilled visa route?

    As I can be skills assessed in 3 different areas - toolmaker - welder - machinist would I be better going for the one with trade papers or curent experience.

    If I was looking for sponsors how would I go about it?

    My wife is an Accountant Technician - Would we even be eligible for a visa?
    My preference is state sponsorship in WA as these occupations are still on the list.

    I have 4 children ranging from 15 to 4 and im 40 this year:cool: Is it a difficult process to move the whole family? or should I keep dreaming:rolleyes:

    Many Thanks MW


  • #96
    rph1981
    Registered Users Posts: 8 ✭rph1981


    Hi Guys,

    Very informative thread. Me and the GF are coming to the end of our WHV and are returning to Ireland as we have return flights. However, we are thinking of coming back to live permanently in Oz. She is on the list of skilled occupations, so we were thinking of applying for the PR before the rules change in July. The only trouble is that this means approx. 18 months in limbo. Our other option is for her to apply for a 457 and me to go de facto on that visa. My question is does the rule change for the PR affect those who are/will be on a 457 if they choose to apply for PR? Anotherwords, would we be better off waiting it out and getting full PR or chance the 457 and hope the rule changes do not make applying for PR more difficult? The regional visa or state sponsored is not really an option as Sydney was the only place I could get work.

    Thanks in advance.

    Ronan


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  • #97
    hussey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,240 ✭✭✭hussey


    rph1981 wrote: »
    My question is does the rule change for the PR affect those who are/will be on a 457 if they choose to apply for PR? Anotherwords, would we be better off waiting it out and getting full PR or chance the 457 and hope the rule changes do not make applying for PR more difficult?

    It will affect anyone who applies for PR, it doesn't really matter what visa you are on, the only affect a 457 on a visa is that you can get extra points (or did, not sure if still counts)

    However if you are on a 457, after 2 years with one company you can apply for ENS, which is a lot quicker and easier and no need for skills assessment (you can apply before 2 years, but you'll need skills assessment)

    One advantage of 457 is that you can apply for a PR while on a 457 and continue to work in Australia.


  • #98
    mandrake04
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,435 ✭✭✭mandrake04


    radharc05 wrote: »
    Apologies for posting this if it is out of place, please do advise.

    We are looking to Emigrate later this year. My OH is Trade qualified. We did have a would be sponsor, but this would be FIFO and is not suitable as we have 2 small children.
    We spotted some adverts on a site earlier and there was a guy there called Niall Minogue, he looks for €300 and will get visa sorted and find work as well?!
    Just wondered if anyone knows anything about him or his service?
    Would much appreciate it if anyone can help.

    Is that TheDealisYouhavebeenDone.ie? Similar to this one.

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056511232

    Is Niall Minogue Kylies Irish cousin that offers sponsorship for tractor drivers?


  • #99
    radharc05
    Registered Users Posts: 77 ✭✭radharc05


    mandrake04 wrote: »
    Is that TheDealisYouhavebeenDone.ie? Similar to this one.

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056511232

    Is Niall Minogue Kylies Irish cousin that offers sponsorship for tractor drivers?


    Now he did'nt mention it, but he could be. He's got ads all over D'deal
    Surely if he was a fake he would have come a cropper by now?
    Aparantly he's got offices in Kilkenny and everything.
    Is he legit? if not I am going to make some noise.

    Many thanks also Liz for your post. Very informative.
    Niall Minogue does'nt sound professional over the phone either, he sounds totally unlike someone whos running a business, crude to say the least, a bit of a boyo.
    Says that he has links over, and that he will do up your c.v and find a prospective employer who will sponsor you, and for that service he charges €300?!


  • #100
    Zambia
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,333 ✭✭✭Zambia


    You mean like this one

    http://www.donedeal.ie/for-sale/others/2808255
    A COMPLETE SHORTAGE OF ELECTRICAL LINESMEM IN AUSTRALIA

    WANTED IMMEDIATELY IMMEDIATELY FOR MAJOR DEVELOPMENT IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA HIGHLY SKILLED ELECTRICAL LINESMEN

    THIS COMPANY EMPLOYS OVER 17,000 GLOBALLY FLIGHTS / ACCOMADATION FANTASTIC PACKAGE.

    WE NEED 30 GUYS 457 VISAS CAN BE SECURED.

    WELDERS - AUTO TECHNICANS/ COMMERCIAL / AGRICULTURAL MECHANICS / PANEL BEATERS /

    REQUIRED IN AUSTRALIA ALSO.

    INTERVIEWS TO TAKE PLACE IN OUR OFFICES IN KILKENNY.

    VISAS CAN BE OBTAINED FOR SUCCESSFUL CANDITATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    Call NIALL MINOGUE

    Mobile +353 86*************

    Yeah I would consider this a scam

    Edit A search for "jobs" "Australia" on donedeal exposed a fair few of these.

    They all look to be written by the same guy


  • #101
    radharc05
    Registered Users Posts: 77 ✭✭radharc05


    Zambia wrote: »
    You mean like this one

    http://www.donedeal.ie/for-sale/others/2808255



    Yeah I would consider this a scam


    I think thats totally disgusting. If anyone gets a chance, ring this guy, he can talk the talk, walk the walk - 'my offices in Kilkenny', 'I can get cha a job alrite boyh'
    '€300 quid for the service, we'll do your C.V and all. The Ozzies love C.V's with loads of details, tell em everything'

    Seriously give him a buzz!:)


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