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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 3:31pm On Apr 21, 2017
Moved Forward!!! grin wink grin

Grace has come to my rescue as always...
All praise and glory be to God...
It certainly couldn't have come at any better time than now grin

So, after 8 days of suspense and worries (longest ever I guess), it's all GREEN for me... Moved on!
PTE answered the call @Band7LetMyPeopleGooooo wink

Status changed!
EOI 190 Withdrawn!!
EOI 189 Submitted!!!

God is awesome, He's great; Indeed greater than my worries grin

Cc: @mctowel01 @mamajaz @snip09 @chebyshev et al
Thanks for all your support

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 2:09pm On Apr 20, 2017
Good one.
I've seen only a few similar cases which were mainly construction managers with 55points and 8+yrs experience.
Yours is unique; 2.8yrs.

There's no need to worry. 15days waiting for approval is not unusual. You'd receive approval in due course.
Best wishes.

Yeeshas:

Occupation is Welfare centre Manager with 55 points and 2.8 relevant years of experience. I received invite in 5 working days
Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 1:20pm On Apr 20, 2017
A total of 2 GRANTS received from Page 101 - 120. See details below.

@akinnawou received grant 1-Dec-16 on Page 110

@Pinoralia received grant 14-Dec-16 on Page 118

jaybwoi:

catchdwind4rmkd...Present! 101 - 120

Rett0:

catchdwind4rmkd...Present!

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 1:09pm On Apr 20, 2017
Mate, good thing is that you're motivated to improve your points via English.
With 55 independent points, your chances are slim for NSW.
This is because NSW happens to be one of the, if not the only, states that sponsor or nominate a large number of occupations.
Also, the state prides herself with having numerous job opportunities and high pay rate.
Consequently, 190 NSW is very competitive.
And as Mctowel always say, those Asians (Indians in particular) have got no chill.

Average waiting period?
No current trend for 55 pointers.
I submitted my EOI for 190 NSW last October and even forgot about it until the news of my occupation no longer eligible for state nomination. That's 6 months already I'd say.
Depending on your occupation, your chances become significant from 65 points up.
There are a lot of candidates (Indians) with 65 and 70 independent skilled points yet to receive NSW nomination.
I've concluded that even if you tell them to present 100 points, they would gather it somehow. Mind blowing!
You'd think they don't need state nomination with such high points, but they're forced to go through that pathway due to pro rata and exhausted ceilings. Immitracker can give you an insight. Accounting, IT and software professionals fall in this category.

Finally, it's a good move to submit the EOI and start the count. You may even be lucky come July when the system resets. But don't relent in your efforts to improve your score via English as that's by far the easiest, fastest and surest route.

Alphadoor:
@
At one point or the other, you have all talked about/considered/opted for NSW 190.

I've just submitted my EOI for NSW 190 (19th April).. with 60pts calculated (55+5pts State Nomination).

whats the average waiting period before getting invited by NSW?
whats your personal experience "waiting period" before getting invited?
)

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 3:26am On Apr 19, 2017
There's no definitely here mate. I'm certain of at least 16 occupations on the MLTSSOL that are restricted from applying to 190. Such occupations are not on the STSOL or on the combined list. An example is Chemical Engineer. They're indicated with ** on the list.

Cheers

Alphadoor:


You definitely can.

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 2:03pm On Apr 18, 2017
The new list is a bit confusing. You need to thoroughly go through every details before concluding.

As an example, there's a combined list of eligible occupations; if that's the first list you look at, you may not find your occupation. This doesn't mean your occupation has been removed, but may have some restrictions. The only way to know if your occupation has been removed is if it's listed in the removed occupations list. If your occupation is not in the list of removed occupations, there's absolutely no need to worry. You just might not be eligible for state nomination (190) or the 457 visa. However, you can still apply for 189, 485 or 489 depending on your case.

Best wishes.

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 12:50pm On Apr 18, 2017
Present MJ

mamajaz:

catchwind4rmkd
Show face make we do head count for visa....

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 12:01pm On Apr 18, 2017
Update:.

https://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Work/Work/Skills-assessment-and-assessing-authorities/skilled-occupations-lists

No new Engineering occupations were removed. Though few are now restricted to only apply for 189.

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 10:36am On Apr 15, 2017
Tricky one. For Nigerian mobile numbers, 0 (zero) will do; while for land lines it varies with states e.g. 01 for Lagos and 084 for Port Harcourt.
So, I use the format below to fill such +234 (0) 803 xyz xxxx corresponding to country code (area code) and number

mctowel01:
Guys in the form 80, what do they mean by area codes in filling phone numbers?
Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 2:42pm On Apr 12, 2017
Congrats bro, better things ahead. Best wishes

mctowel01:
waiting for the ITA. Shortly after the thing landed at 3pm... Thankful

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 3:19pm On Apr 07, 2017
Congrats mam! Perseverance pays... Greater heights ahead.

mamajaz:
This is to inform every family member here that mamajaz of chief bellong's Australia thread page on Nairaland has defeated IELTS arms down. I wanna register my thanks to the almighty God

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Travel / Re: Where Are Nigerians In Australia . by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 8:09am On Mar 25, 2017
Hi Taofiq,

I'm not really clear what exactly your inquiry was about; "any address and future date?".

If you meant is it compulsory to have an address in Australia, then NO it's not as most of us didn't provide any.

Also, if you meant your planned travel date, then it's best to say a date between 3 - 10 months from the date of application. You don't have to travel on the stated date. The time frame stated above is realistic enough to account for the time required to process your application, and also within the visa validity period which would be maximum of 1 year from the date of your medical assessment or police clearance whichever comes first.

Cheers.

Taofiq01:


Hello house, i do hope some folks are still here though. Anyway,here goes nothing, im currently filling my form 80 for the 476 visa. Would it really affect my application if i dont fill in any address and future date? cause i dont really have any right now.
Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 10:52am On Mar 23, 2017
Present mam.
Never knew you've added music to comedy; multi talented...

mamajaz:
Answer my callooo x60, emi naa fe gba English bnimz ati mctowel01 o

Wey my band members @ sunvick, alphadoor, Utcheylee, catchwind, jukeblam, nkechima @everybody.

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 10:50am On Mar 23, 2017
Congrats bro, Best Wishes here on.

Vinsmuft:
Yes!!!

27 Sept 2013 Had to bust the whole Aussie hustle cos wifey was not keen on moving to Australia undecided

17 Mar 2017 Direct Grant received for subclass 189!!


Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 9:52pm On Mar 09, 2017
Congrats brother. Best wishes here on

jamson:


Grant have shele!!!!.
Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 11:54am On Feb 20, 2017
Thanks.

Bongzy:
Hello E-fam,I am new on this thread,please can someone help with samples of successful Chemical Engineering CDRs

chebyshev:


Send me a PM. I have some courtesy of the gurus on the thread.
Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 10:10pm On Feb 18, 2017
Thanks for the advice.
But I guess it served its purpose.

Also, with the many new monikers now posting here, no doubt the life history was indeed more helpful than we thought.

And yes, we're only guiding our interests here as the continuity of this thread is of utmost importance for ongoing and prospective migrants.

I've directed many to this thread who have contacted me after being charged exorbitant fees by Migration Agents. And they've gone through the process with ease. Thanks to the free selfless services here. I'm afraid there are so many "needs" for that "oga at the top".

glowithdan:


No need for that "oga".. it's a small world!

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 10:08pm On Feb 18, 2017
Acknowledged

mamajaz:
grin
Behold:
Bro Bnimz, CDR dealer, specializes in distributing CDR for chemical, mechanical, electric, solar, aquatic, robotic engineering...
Or call his deputy distributors: jamson, catchwind4rmkd,Mctowel and spokeswoman mamajaz.

Bnimz:
Dem plenty - send me a pm

ridge:
can somebody assist me with sample of a successful CDR for chemical engineering
Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 9:53pm On Feb 18, 2017
jayooh:


So you go just block the guy or ban him.
I think that won't make you the best of them all

Na you talk am sha. Na wish I wish.
But I reckon that action has already been closed out though I'm not a moderator nor vying to be the best of moderators.
Genie does answer wishes after all.
Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 2:52pm On Feb 18, 2017
I wish I was a moderator

Emchio:

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 11:37pm On Feb 17, 2017
I'm confused here, and since no one has picked this out, I'll need clarification.

How is the work experience as a Maintenance man (not engineer) 10 points with a Degree qualification?

I'd think EA will recognise the experience only if it's at a professional Engineer level?

And TRA will accredit the experience only if supported with a technical or trade degree?

Could someone please clarify this?

4uabiodun:
I have been working as a maintenance man (have BSc in mechanical engineering) for the past 10 years.

penitential:

Work experience 10 years=15points. (Provided your work experience start counting after your B.sc.).
Academic certificate (B.Sc)= 15points.
Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 11:28pm On Feb 17, 2017
If you do it during the weekend, you can always edit it immediately. I said weekend because with 70 points, you may receive state invitation within hours. So, you wanna be careful.

OzyMigrant:


I'm feeling I shouldn't submit it with the error. It might be taken as deliberate.

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 5:13am On Feb 17, 2017
I know someone with a mechanical engineer CDR that has received positive assessment outcome. Yo can send a PM so I can connect you to him. Cheers

iykedancastro:
Please i would need an Engineer or someone with the capacity to assist me with the review of my career episodes.

am vying to be assessed as a mechanical engineer

Please assist if you can, i wouldnt mind a sample of a successful CDR for personal review too.

cc. jamson, bnimz, catchdwind4rmkd, mctowel, vinsmuft et al
Thanks.
Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 10:04am On Feb 16, 2017
IMO, there's no need for all this.

I'm sure I've read a number of posts from @nkechima asking for help on this forum, with even @mamajaz pleading on her behalf. All to no avail.
If someone agreed to help and gave a rate, she has the right to bargain or refuse. And from what I could see, she was already considering it and happy with the rate until she got a better rate. @cuteannie and many others have gone through similar difficulties to source AUD.

I think the main concern was the authenticity as raised by @Bellong. Beside that, I don't see how the rate should be an issue.
My reason for commenting is so that we don't be too critical and abusive that people won't be willing to help in the future.
I recall Bellong made a decision to stop helping out with FX due to being abused by someone he helped.

No need for the maths or definitions. In this case I think to only help will be getting the AUD.
You should be aware that there are many people on this thread who are currently in AUstralia, but none offered to help.
I'm not even familiar with the moniker that replied to help; i doubt he's active here, maybe a passerby. Thus, the need to take extreme caution. Most people here are thinking "relocation, resettlement or migration". So, they may hardly need Naira, which is even risky to have due to its volatility. And I guess one of the motivations for those willing to help might be the high rate, beside having something to do back home.

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 11:37pm On Feb 14, 2017
Wow!!!
This is a super round...
Congrats y'all.

cc: Bnimz, Vinsmuft, Baenoz, Bolaobby

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 7:04am On Feb 04, 2017
Wow! I can't believe I missed your moniker. Good to see you here.
Best wishes.

chebyshev:


I see you my good friend. Thanks so much
Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 5:57am On Feb 04, 2017
In my opinion, you should apply for REMARK since all you need is 0.5. There are many who have achieved their target scores after remark.
However, you MUST be convinced that you performed well in your writing during the test.
The remark is NOT meant to give out free or extra marks, but for quality control where there has been an oversight from the marker.

A concern, as earlier raised here, maybe the waiting period of about 8 weeks. But I'm not sure I've read anywhere that you can't resit the test if you apply for remark. Your IELTS skills look good, so I won't be quick to advise you on an alternate testing system.

Buddie14:
Good day e-family,

1. I just got my IELTS result- L8R8S8W7.5. Will this give me 20 points? If no, would you advice I request for a remark of the writing test?

Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 5:50am On Feb 04, 2017
chebyshev:
Hello Engineers ,

I am currently filling my Engineers Australia assessment details on their portal . Please what should I fill under English Language competency result reference section . I wrote IELTS, should I simply put IELTS or what?

Enter your Test Report Form Number (TRFN) in the English Language competency result reference section.
You'll find your TRFN at the bottom left of your official Score Report or Result from IELTS.
Your TRFN is NOT your candidate number but comprises it.
Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 9:08pm On Jan 24, 2017
Hello,

Well said. I'm in Melbourne if you wanna connect.
It's true that the Nigerian population here is low, but if you're eager to connect with Nigerians, then your best place is a nearby Nigerian church if you're a Christian (best choice is Redeem in Kensington) or Mosque if you're a Muslim. To the best of my knowledge, those are the best places to meet Nigerians here, lol.

For the CDR, I know a Mechanical Engineer with a CDR that has received positive outcome, I may connect you to him to make the request yourself. He's also in Melbourne. He's been on this forum in the past, but hasn't visited recently.

For Job, you just need to apply to as many as you can, and be patient. It'll eventually come within a month. I reckon few employers are a bit hesitant to recruit newcomers. You can also check the thread "Where are Nigerians in Australia", there's someone there who assisted another in getting an instant job in construction.
Regards.

4mula22:
Hello house

Writing a CDR for EA has proven to be more challenging than I thought it would be. Could anyone help me with a sample CDR? I'm a Mechanical Engineer, but a sample from any engineering discipline will be highly appreciated.

PS: I arrived Melbourne about a month ago and so far it has been good. Yet to get a job (casual, part time, or professional), but I'm working on it. Accommodation and transportation are relatively expensive. The weather is okay although it fluctuates a lot. Aussies hail from all over the world with the Brits and Asians dominating (relative population). I'm yet to discover a Nigerian network or community here (well, I'm indoors most times). So if you're in Melbourne or any other part of Australia, Holla @ me. I'll be happy to connect.

cc: Bellong, Bnimz, Mctowel, Ibiyemiara, Ifexsco

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 11:38pm On Jan 11, 2017
Has Naija changed all of a sudden?
Is there really no backdoor to this?
No phone number, no door, no desk, no house, etc that may need a recharge card and/or brown envelope?

This is serious man. I feel for you. What a strike!!! Na to make am your PRAYER point now oh. This one done pass normal.

On a more serious subject, CONGRATULATIONS on your new born. Surely it's a sign of new things, celebrations, multiplication, productivity, achievements, and good news for you this year, VETASSESS and 189 not excluded.

Best wishes.

Phlunter01:


The challenge is that I hv not been able to complete my assessment with vetassess since the school has not sent the transcript to them. The strike is still on with no end date in view.

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Travel / Re: Where Are Nigerians In Australia . by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 12:02am On Jan 10, 2017
Good one @Franksuccess
Keep up the good work.

However, your response seems like you're completely discarding the contributions of others.
Well, we can only offer the assistance we can. I'm not in a position to refer someone. So, I can only advise according to my capacity.

PS: CV and Cover Letter are VERY IMPORTANT for the majority of job seekers who don't have anyone to connect or refer them to a recruiter.

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Travel / Re: General Guide To Australian Permanent Resident Visa Through Skilled Migration. by catchdwind4rmkd(m): 1:44pm On Jan 09, 2017
ALL YOU NEED for IELTS:

www.ieltsmaterial.com

yuddy2:
Please could anyone help me with IELTS materials. I plan to write the test next month. I urgently need preparation materials. Thank you

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