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cuteannie02:
it's my turn to testify, I got my grant today!!!
I woke up this morning to d good news, u can't imagine how excited I am.

Here goes my time-line :
Ielts :L8.5,R9.0,W7.0,S7.5, (8.0 overall) -10 points
Skills assessment :10/08/16(agric consultant, 3.7 years, assessment took 4months)
EOI: 12/08/16 (60 POINTS)
ITA:17/08/16
LODGED:10/10/6(delay due exchange rate.)
DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED except pcc and medicals :12/10/16
PCC: 25/10/16
MEDICALS UPLOADED :26/10 /16
DIRECT GRANT:01/11/16(subclass 189)


I am saying a huge thank you to Mr bellong and everyone whose post I have read on this thread and particularly to the nice lady ADESOLAMI36, who helped me overcome the exchange rate issue when I was helpless. May God bless you all

My advice to everyone in the process of application is to carefully read every post here and adhere to the invaluable advice provided., and don't give up, Urs shall come soon.

bellong:
^^^^

Will respond later.. No time again today.

In celebration mode, it's my birthday and wedding anniversary.

bellong:
This is a short advice for new arrivals and everyone alike. I believe everybody knows that on arrival, you register on ATO website for Tax File Number (TFN) very important else you will be charged maximum tax. You should get it in the post within 1-2 weeks.

2. Register with Medicare and you will be given a temporary card till the permanent is posted within two weeks. Go to centrelink and register for the Family Tax benefits (which includes rent assistance) if you are married with child/children and Child care benefits. Even if you are not married, still register with them. For every other benefits, there is a-104 week waiting period before being entitled to them. For further read, check human services website or google centrelink.

3. Have a plan of what you want to do on arrival. Yes, you can get any job to pay the bills initially but don't just sit on it if it is not what you want to do. No matter how long it takes, keep applying for that particular position you want, along the line you will learn how to improve the quality of your application. If you are considering a career change, don't jump in with bandwagon who will advise you to study Nursing. There are so many good courses to study aside Nursing. Let your motivation be interest and passion. Good thing is you get to pay domestic fee and can pay on installment. Make sure you have a plan when you arrive and follow it through.

4. For utilities, compare the prices of all providers and choose the best (cheapest) to save cost. You can get unlimited broadband for as low as $60/month. You can also get an android TV box on ebay for $50 upward depending, it is what I use to watch live matches and all movies. Though I got a foxtel, I am doing away with it. The box only needs an internet and you have world of entertainment before you.

5. Every state does what is called homestay program for international students. If you have a spare room in your house, you can register with the department for education in your state to host international students. South Australia pays host $250/week, I have no idea of other states. Your only obligation is to feed them and make them feel at home. If it is something you want to do, you can join the program to save cost and make little change.

6. Networking is one of the easiest ways to get job. You will be surprised how connection get people jobs without going through the rigours of job application. Network with people in your field and it could be one of the best things for you.

Will update when I have more reasonable advice..

sammywemmy:
Good morning all. U know dat sweet feeling where u feel pretty and just wanna kiss urself?
I woke this morning feeling dat way; I still do.

23 January 2016 : IELTS (L R W S - 9, 8.5, 8, 7). I immediately requested for a remark of the speaking section.

24 February 2016: PTE (L R W S : 90 85 90 66)

22 April 2016: IELTS speaking bumped to 8. Plus I got my refund.

31 May 2016: CDR submission to EA

17 June 2016: Positive outcome (Engr. Tech)

18 June 2016: EOI submitted

06 July 2016: Invitation to apply

09 August 2016: Visa application lodged

12 September 2016: CO contact for wife's functional English (she wasn't satisfied with letter from her school)

25 September 2016: Uploaded wife's PTE scores. L R W S 82 74 66 81

13 October 2016: Grants received in mailbox, for me, my wife and daughter. IED 9th Aug 2017. Processing team - Brisbane.

I didn't use work experience points. Just d minimum 60 points.

After worrying and fuzzing over nothing, I finally have it. At work right now, but it is a sweet feeling. Still thanking God for it all. I read contents on this forum and expatforum, and it has rili helped. Grateful to everyone for their contributions. I wish us all success in our endeavors. May our dreams come true.

manucho:
sent bro

mamajaz:
Weldone bro, l pray God will perfect the remaining.
How do we send you the materials?
quenntee should be a "she"

utcheylee:
Thanks so much I will do that now

mamajaz:
...+ what oga belong said, it is cheaper too 'cos every Kobo counts now

humanshado:
Received Grant Notification today 23rd August,2016

Timeline
7th June, 2016 - Applied for EA assessment (fast track)
28th June, 2016 - EA +ve outcome
28th June, 2016 - EOI submission (60 pts)
6th July, 2016 - ITA
14th July, 2016 - Visa lodged
15th July, 2016 - Uploaded all documents except PCC and medicals
4th August, 2016 - CO requested for PCC and medicals
5th August, 2016 - Uploaded PCC
12th August, 2016 - Medicals done
18th August, 2016 - Medicals cleared
23rd August, 2016 - grant received with IED of 5th August, 2017

I appreciate all the contributors in this forum and wish everybody success.

mamajaz:
Now, I want to appreciate all nursing mother's who are studying for English Tests and other exams in this forum.
It is not easy eeeeh, ehehehe!, but I must pass sha ni.

Ibiyemiara:
Rejoice with me my people

My timeline:
Occupation: 263312 - Telecommunication Network Engineer
IELTS Result: W 7, S 7, L 7.5, R 8
Assessment lodged with EA (fast track) : 29/06/2016
Positive Assessment: 13/07/2016
EOI: 13/07/2016 60points visa 189
ITA: 20/07/2016
Medicals: 21/07/2016
Visa lodged (189): 21/07/2016
Documents Uploaded (All documents including medicals, police certificate, forms 80 and 1221): 22/07/201
Visa Granted: 16/08/2016 (Direct Grant)

bigfido:
Guys, always let your spouse evaluate their degree and write Ielts. the both of you should have seperate express entry profile with your spouse's details included in your application. It is not a sin... then pursue PNP differently. Someone i know just got nomination from the wife's profile even thou her CRS score was 319. she has the technique the province was looking for (new brunswick). Let's be wise about it

utcheylee:
Am in your shoesooo family of 5 too God will help us and grant us this visa remember no refunds or what ever.

We will surely smile at the end


quote author=Rett0 post=48158810]The fall of the Naira is not encouraging this immigration project at all for our family of 5. Or are we the only ones feeling the heat? The more we try to safe, the more we have to spend. The cost of living keeps rising, tuition n fees comes knocking for the new session.. When it feels like we are getting close, the Naira just falls like a joke. .

God is my Confidence.

ome240:
In my opinion, what you've submitted is more than enough for employment. In my case, I only submitted Employment Letters including Confirmation. , offshore service records.

dupyshoo:
This is the estimate of what it cost my family:

Myself
WES - C$233.91
IELTS - £150
Transcript (2 Universities) - £20 +N10,000
PCC (2 countries) - £45 + N6,000

Spouse
IELTS - £150
PCC (2 countries) - £45 + N9,000


Medicals (Family of 3) - £780
Application (family of 3) - C$2230
Total - £1190 + C$2463.91 +N25,000 (approximately N1,042,476)

Yours will probably be a lot cheaper as your application fee will be about C$1000 and medicals done in Naija are a lot cheaper. It should be about N400,000. Please note that this does not include flight ticket and the cost of sending your passport via DHL or VFS. You might want to include that as well.

joyuzo:
Thanks Bro for the Reply...Well Understood Now, this is because my hubby and his close friend arguing on the same matter. I Appreciate.
@tyosho...pls pardon my question but stil on the finance as regards the visa fee. Where can I get the visa fee info for a family of 5. I,hubby and 3 kids but below 18yrs. I know of the skill assessment fee. I'm a Nursing Mother at the moment and out of work but got about 3yrs work experience.
cc:@bellong, ome240, other gurus. Thanks

tyosho:
No need for POF if gunning for the 189 visa.
You only need proof of funds if going for 190 and even at that not all states demand it.Some states require it,some don't.
It nothing to be worried about unless you're sure you skill is sponsored by a state that requires POF

joyuzo:
I came across that write up/reply and I needed an explanation and understanding.pls do correct and clarify me ok. Thanks

bellong:
^^^^^ What do you need POF for?

dgr8est:
Yeah am aware

Family composition​ Minimum value of net
assets
Individual applicant​ AU$35 000​
Applicant + spouse​ AU$50 000​
Applicant + spouse + one (1)
child​ AU$60 000​
Applicant + spouse + two (2)
children​ AU$65 000​
Please provide a summary in Australian dollars for all
financial assets together with evidence of those
assets (for example, certified copies of bank
statements, share certificates, property valuations,etc

OmoAussie:
@ eddypaki
for ielts practice questions, search 'ielts' on www.internetarchive.org You will get more than enough there!
Goodluck!

ome240:
Basically, there's no fixed requirement for work experience. It varies. Some folks who grab maximum points from English Test don't bother about claiming experience points like our bro Jukeblam. The number of years of experience however can contribute to adding points when its 3years and above. So it all depends. Conduct a point test on your case now and determine where you can get points to add up to 60 and start working on it. Just a word of advise, whatever you want to do, don't hesitate as laws change everyday. Some occupations have already been flagged for possible removal from the SOL List by July 2017. Mine is one of them. So make hay while the sun shines.
I also graduated from FUTO 2003.
Assessing authority will depend on the nominated occupation.
POF will also depend on the visa subclass, but is common with state nominated visa 190. Some states are not stringent with POF. e.g Tasmania. They only require you to declare that you have sufficient funds to settle in when you arrive. Different states have their own criterion. Visa 189 does not require POF before a grant is given. Best of luck
Thanks for your speedy response bro. Graduated in 2008. I didn't get the GRANT meaning,I don't know what that is? Also where can I get the POF details and amount. I'm a family of 5,but have my under 18 female cousin waiving with me and I hope to relocate with her too..thus making us 6.

scrollmeout:
Congrats Ome24
Hi folks. It's been ages I dropped something here. Make una nor vex. It's been exactly 1 month and 4 days we arrived in Sydney. God has been faithful. It's great to have Johnsontade around and Bellong and NNBB2012 on call. I finally got full time work and will be starting on Friday. Looking forward to it.

Chuckdee13, all the best. Wish your grant drops soonest.
More importantly, thanks to all the people who helped us in settling here, including the silent reader who accommodated my family and I for 3 weeks before we got our own place. God bless you and your family

ome240:
Hello everyone. Share in my joy. Received Visa 189 Grant Notification today. My timeline goes thus;
IELTS 20.02.2016: R 7, W 7, L 7, S 8.5
Skill Assessment AMSA Applied: 25.05.2016
Positive Assessment AMSA: 03.06.3016
EOI Lodged 189/190 in one: 06.06.2016
Invitation to apply from Skillselect: 08.06.2016
Lodged application Visa 189: 10.06.2016
Documents and Medicals completed: 27.06.2016
Case Officer Contact: NO CASE OFFICER
DIRECT GRANT RECEIVED for me, wify and 2 kids 11.07.2016
Almighty Jehovah did it for me. He'll do it for you too. Keep pushing and trusting God.
I appreciate the efforts of Chairman Bellong, catchdwind, chuckdee and every other person who relentlessly answers questions on this forum. Keep the positive mental attitude. All things are possible in Jesus Name.

humanshado:
You can use your one year NYSC work experience but make sure you state it as paid employment

You will need to assess your degree with ANMAC. Check their website for details through the link below.

http://www.anmac.org.au/assessment-process

Your degree from India is acceptable so you don't have any problem with that.

You can take IELTS anytime you are ready and you have the cash to pay . Check british council website below for registration and other details.

https://www.britishcouncil.org.ng/exam/ielts/dates-fees-locations

Good luck!