Ruchie:
New on here! Acquired my PR recently and moving to Melbourne on July 14th. Anyone willing to share houses? Any Nigerian food market dey melbourne just like in London? A new place, a new life so please, all help is needed getting to know Nigerians living in that beautiful city and hitting the ground running!!!

Hello bro, a newbie coming to Melbourne in March, I need to get connected to you so that u can give me some hint for settling down....

nelsono:
Am a potential Graduate Student in University of Melbourne, come July 2013. Where can one find a cheap accommodation in Melbourne, where a student (like i will soon be) live and commute to school.

Also which airline has the cheapest fare to Melbourne?

Appreciate your feedback. Thanks

Hello bro. I am coming to Melbourne in March.... Will need some guide from u

iceberg54:


Mine took about 2.5 months. Status didn't change until I got the grant. And I wasn't contacted by any CO.

What month was that ?, its been fast recently. I just want to know if anybody applied in August so we can check with ourselves. The visa is not on priority list in that regard so it's being processed first come first serve , u won't get a CO before someone that applied earlier than u .
My application date is July 31

Anybody in the house for Visa 476, I applied July 31st bt not got a CO yet. Share ur timeline please

bellong:


Why would you apply for 476 when the same assessment can be used for PR?

Oga Bellong, have not done any assessment, I applied for 476 coz I graduated from Recognized University and 18 month work visa in AU sef na somewhere to start..

Any 476 visa hopeful ?

Can somebody please tell me how much is charging for AUD as at today... direct from Naira master card I mean

chuckdee13:
U just need a normal account, savings will suffice. Its a normal naira debit mastercard. Go to the nearest branch and get started.

Thanks for the information, it will really help

chuckdee13:
It depends on how much the fee ur paying is. I just told u what their current limits r,so if ur fee is within that range then ur good to go. if its not then u cant use stanbic. Unfortunately, thats the way it is man.

Hello bro it's within that range, I want to pay 360 dollars.
Do I need to open a current account with Stannic or is it a visa Card like that of UBA the requires no account ...
Thanks

chuckdee13:
Yes its N230 per dollar but daily limit is US$500 and monthly is US$1500. The most important is daily not monthly.

I think I need clarification on this . I want to pay my visa fee for subclass 476, what kind of card do I need to get from Stannic IBTC for me to be able to pay at this rate ...
I have a USD account that has a Master Card, but I don't wanna buy us dollar from aboki at 360. I want to pay with Naira that will be charged at 230 to AUD...
Explanation please......

Hello house , I just received my PTE scores which I did yesterday afternoon.
My score is overall of 64, how can I call for a re assessment ? I think I should be able to get 65 ( 7 band ) which will save me a re take . Although the present score is good for the 476 visa I want to apply for , but I won't mind getting a 7 band since the peak all this pursuit is PR..

PuyolOkoye:


I am an IELTS tutor (been teaching it for 3years and also own a site and a Facebook page) so i didn't really need any study materials for PTE.
Also, PTE is easier I must say but you have to be computer savvy as well as good in managing your time.

The basic difference is that PTE is wholly computer based while your Speaking and Writing sections on IELTS will be evaluated by humans. I wish you luck.

I need PTE study materials, I need to register for PTE asap, how can I register and get a study pack, just wanna prepare for a week

PuyolOkoye:


Yes! I was supposed to submit my application on the 1st of June but my IELTS of which I scored 8 expired 2 weeks earlier. I had to take PTE (Because it is faster) before I eventually submitted my application.

While filing your form, YOU WILL BE ASKED IF YOU HAVE TAKEN AN ENGLISH PROFICIENCY TEST WITHIN THE PAST 24 MONTHS. So, include it in your plans! Good luck.

Hello , after several consideration I think I will prefer the PTE to IELTS, how can I get study materials for he PTE and what can u say about PTE and IELTS coz u have both experience.
Thanks

catchdwind4rmkd:
For all planning to travel on a ONE-WAY ticket, I advise you to try the International Organization for Migration (IOM). They have reduced tickets for migrants, it's called concession fare. And in this time of floating Naira, I find them to be cheaper. My Flight has now been booked, and I'm due to land MELBOURNE by 18th August. I'll be happy to connect with nice people that are already there.

One important question: does anyone here have an idea if one needs a transit visa for a stop over in Dubai while traveling to Australia even if you have no intention of leaving the airport premises?

Cheers

Team 476, I deh follow for back...

bellong:


Competency Demonstration Report.. it is what you have to write to proof to Engineers Australia that you are a competent engineer in your chosen field.

Thanks , you are all wonderful people here

bellong:


Rather than stress with 476, they can do skilled migration. For engineering graduates, assessment seems to be easier compared to other professionals because you can write CDR based on university project.

Abeg , wentin be CDR,
I think I need a refresher training

catchdwind4rmkd:


I answered that already in my last post; if you submit your application and upload all required documents as proof, and all the information you've provided are verified to be true, then you'll definitely be granted the visa. In fact, it's clearly stated on the website that in the case your application is refused, you'll be notified with reasons, and u still stand a chance to appeal and your application will be reviewed. It's very unlikely to be refused this visa for as much as you meet all the requirements.

Thanks bro, u have boosted my morale to 99%.
Make I fire down........AU let's go there

catchdwind4rmkd:


To simplify what HSIM has said, and made add a little:

After getting the right IELTS SCORE (at least 6.0), you need to meet all the criteria summarised above by HSIM. For emphasis,
1. You're 31yrs old or younger as at the time of application
2. You're a recent (within the last 2yrs) ENGINEERING graduate.
3. Your degree was obtained from a recognised university (Australian, Washington Accord, Sydney Accord). If you graduated from a UK or Australian University, you're likely to meet this criteria.

Those are the minimum. So, for your question, to be successful;

1. You need to submit an online application to be considered. This is only certain once you've paid the application fee.
2. You need to upload all required documents, viz
* scanned copies of
i. evidence of degree qualification (certificate and/or transcript)
II. Evidence of age (birth certificate or affodavit)
Iii. Valid Identification (International Passport and/or Drivers Licence)
iv. Valid Travel document (International Passport )
V. Recent passport photo (must meet the stated size or dimension)
Vi. Completed "FORM 80" (This is a duplicate of the online form you've already filled. So, you must save or print out a copy of your online application and use same to fill your form 80 to avoid contradictions.
Vii. Medical Clearance (You can only be able to upload your polio vaccination certificate. Your complete medical statement will be uploaded directly to your file by àny of the assigned clinics you choose to use. You can only do your medical clearance at selected medical centres which are listed on the application website. You're, however, required to complete an online self medical assessment)
Viii. Evidence of Good Character (Police Character Certificate from all countries you've lived in for at least 12 months in the past 10yrs. This too can only be gotten from selected Police offices in the country)
IX. Evidence of English Competency (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE)
X. Proof of Address (bank statement, utility bills, etc)

You don't have to upload all these at the point of submission of application. You have time to do this after you've submitted your application, but the earlier the better.

A case officer will be assigned to you about 2 months from the date of submission of your application. Your case officer may contact you about the status of or decision on your visa application if you've provided all the required evidence. He may also contact you to request for additional documents or evidence if you're yet to submit them.

If you meet all the requirements and have provided all the proofs, you'll definitely be granted the Visa. It takes between between 2 to 6 months to know the outcome of your application. Surprisingly, no proof of fund is required for this visa. I hope I have been able to help. Others can enlighten you more in areas that I've not been detailed.

Best wishes.

God bless you so so much,
I am under 31 and just graduating from University of Portsmouth, BEng Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering....
I feel very happy that a course have spent alot my income on is providing a way out for me.
Pls can they denied the visa , all documents are genuine and true.
Because it seems very straight and simple
Before I start to deh over happy ......

catchdwind4rmkd:
Wow, nice thread. So much to learn here.

I already have 476 Visa, and used it during the last graduate recruitment period. I got opportunities to do 6 aptitude tests, and 3 interviews; all online because I applied from Nigeria. I agree with Malkinburg that it's hard to get a job with this visa subclass as some of the feedbacks I got from applications pointed towArds my visa or residency status. In fact, to be considerate, most of the jobs I applied to, clearly stated citizenship/PR as main criteria; I chose to apply anyway and got regret mails. There are few companies that were willing to sponsor me, 3 of which I had interviews with, but you'll agree that the competition will be very high for these coys willing to sponsor. I didn't get any offer on the last round of graduate recruitment.

However, considering the current situation of things in Nigeria, high cost of living and hardly any relevant (engineering) job opportunities; I'm now set to migrate to Aussie with my 476 visa. I'm determined to compete, but I haven't set exaggerated expectations as I know the limitations of the visa. So, my main goal is to obtain PR. As Malkinburg rightly said, one can hope to get unskilled job (which I must warn is also very hard to get these days as read on expatforums) and save for the PR applications. So, I'll start with the 18 months I have, and work towards making it permanent.

I never knew we have this many Nigerian migrants in Aussie or planning to, I would have planned my departure a bit earlier. My initial fright has been boredom or loneliness in a strange land. I hope to connect with more peeps on ground. Though, I can't seem to read anyone in melbourne or planning to. This thread was long overdue; all the searched I made returned the thread for Australian Student Visa. I'm glad to have connected with peeps here. Cheers

Hello,
I just know about this 476 visa , can u please do a break down of how u were able to be successful with the Application.
Steps after writing ielts.
Thanks ...

badenugba:
Hello house,
I was reading about all this migration route to AU, when I saw Subclass 476, I have real all tru nairaland and dint see any discussion on it. So I have decided to ask here ,
A lot of people can also benefit from this I think. As it's known that most works in AU requires PR before being giving a good job ,for a holder of 476 how is like knowing fully well that it's 18 months work visa ,
Can someone get a good job with this visa unlike the huzzle of student visa to finding a job.
Response please.......

Can someone say something about this subclass 476

Hello house,
I was reading about all this migration route to AU, when I saw Subclass 476, I have real all tru nairaland and dint see any discussion on it. So I have decided to ask here ,
A lot of people can also benefit from this I think. As it's known that most works in AU requires PR before being giving a good job ,for a holder of 476 how is like knowing fully well that it's 18 months work visa ,
Can someone get a good job with this visa unlike the huzzle of student visa to finding a job.
Response please.......

Can someone please say something about getting a job with subclass 476 visa,

Let's talk about Subclass 476 Recognized Graduate Visa,
I read on this tread that , getting work is not easy without a PR, what about coming in with 476 which is work visa,
How will it be to search for jobs,
Response please.....

olu101:
@ Badenugba...I want to believe you are a first timer right? If yes, i will suggest you include your 6months statement of account aswell as 6months paylips. They might request for either of the two in their document list but trust me its not adviceable for Uk first timer to use only payslip as proof of financial income.

You can only include any of both while renewing your visa

Thanks a lot,
A friend, first timer too told me that it's either of the two , like he said , he applied and was called fpr capturing. But then I understand u perfectly and I will follow ur advice.

Painpill:
@Seyi et al, HRW doesn't require hardcopies of anything at the application stage but simple uploads. Be it your first app via uniassist or not (signed form inclusive; the online submission is enough but the icon for printing would still be there as usual). Obviously most people do not know and still print, sign n post via dhl as bosses aber sie haben viele Geld! And uniassist won't even tell you, na part of your lapses. Don't forget, different schools, different rules. I've applied to a school that seriously sounded it to me twice in bold caps not to send the printed out app form via post as it's just for my personal reference purposes (their rejection letter was bae ). So make this matter end Abeg

ps: Prospectives should form a habit of reading FAQ's on the pages of the programs applied for.

Nice one bro

Filling for a standard visitor visa, I have all letters available ,
Can I use my 6 months payslips instead of 6 months statement of account , just like I saw on their website "evidence that u can support urself during ur trip. E.g Bank statement. Or Payslips from the last 6 months " someone reply pls

ProfSamurai:


Where did we loose you? Can you describe the place again? Let me come pick you up

Don't worry , sent a mail to the school.
Thanks

ProfSamurai:


Actually boss i didn't send any signed document to uniassist for my application to Rhine waal - and they have already forwarded my data to them.

Please let's stop arguing with my chairman here. I understand his concerns, so future applicants take note and confirm from both the school and uniassist, a simple mail will do.

Boss thanks for all your inputs.

Now am lost, which one is signed duly signed confirmation page , prospective student of Rhine Waal

ProfSamurai:


School: I heard a lot of students complain: its easy to enter, hard to get out - mostly the party lovers though.

Environment: There are lots of blacks in the school, with a sizeable number of Nigerians. Most students live in places like Duisburg, krefeld, and even as far as Dusseldorf (ThankGod for semester tickets)

Jobs: there are jobs available in neighboring towns

Racism: Minimal + there're lots of foreigners there.

COL : Like every other places in Germany not Munich/other big cities.

NB: I'm still in Nigeria, but I have made lots of friends there from their facebook page. I thought I would be going there until they asked for a TestAs certificate which was not listed on the course/school website. So before you apply, mail them to know their current requirements for the course you are going for.

Thanks , I really appreciate

chinok97:
Don't know if i am wrong tho, but i believe sth have been said bou this already yh?.. If i am, i believe someone would do justice to this

I will appreciate if you refer me to the page ,
Thanks

Can somebody say something about Rhine Waal University of Applied science, Kleve campus,
The school, the environment , jobs , racism and cost of living .
Someone should say something please