https://www.boards.ie/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:37:44 +0000 en 475 — boards.ie - Now Ye're Talkin' https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2056414493/no-trade-papers-how-do-i-get-to-oz Sat, 08 Oct 2011 17:43:52 +0000 Australia my475visaquest 2056414493@/discussions I think the 475 skilled migrant visa is the one for my needs, as its very tough to get sponsored by a company from here for the 457 sponsorship visa.
I think that I should be able to accumulate the points necessary with state sponsorship, though I am not sure of the exact procedure for my case.
If anybody is going through, or has gone through this process, I would love to hear how they are getting on, or I am open to correctiion if anything here is incorrect....

I think the process I need to go through is as follows
1. Apply for trade assessment.
Is this necessary for an uncertified painter to get a 475 visa, as I can prove that I have been in the business for years?
What type of assessment is it?
Who does the correct assessments?
How much do they cost?
2. Apply for State sponsorship.
How long does this take?
3. Send application for visa and await approval.
How long should visa approval take?

I want to make the application myself, as I just dont have the cash to take on a visa specialist company, but as I go through the process, I will let you know how things are going. I will be delighted to benefit from your experiences, and share mine with you all!
Mark.]]>