mclarry:
Hi all. What is the unique test result reference number for PTE, is it the test taker ID or the registration ID?

Thanks for your earliest response.

lawland:
Yes you can but remember, you need a better packaging as it gets harder to get a visa once you are refused visa. Just make sure you write a good SOP....

ewagbamio:
Hi all,
@ Erictak2003, your denial is such a shock! I mean you being so knowledgeable about the whole process and all. Sorry this is coming late, been so busy with work and family. You shouldn't just give it up like that, think of the long term prospects. I believe Australia offers a better life on the long run and that is what matters most. Wish you joy on the PR route.

I have a question for all the gurus in the house, I just got admission for a Masters Program (UQ) commencing Feb 2016 but my Passport will be expiring in April 2016 ie like 7months to go. My plan was to pay the required fees and then renew my passport in Nov and then apply for the Visa but I saw that there is a space on the acceptance for where they require my passport no

So, wise people what do you suggest I do in this case?

1. Do I pay, get my eCOE and apply for visa with the new passport and include the old passport as evidence?
2. Do I get my eCOE and apply for visa with the old passport? will the little time left on the passport not be a reason for denial?
3. Do I put everything on hold until NOV after passport renewal? Problem with this is that I usually don't have time off work so i dont want things piling up

I have gathered just about every other documents needed and I just front loaded the Medicals recently
Please bellong, lawland, erictak2003, scrollmeout, bosslady alaoeri, and Ferdimako (yes I suspect u are somewhere watching) and all the other ehelpers unmentioned, kindly come to my aid
thanks

Manweysabi:
Hello house,

Please i need clarity about what VETASSESS meant by uploading a certify copy of my passport biopage.

I uploaded the original copy, they're still telling me they're not satisfied with it... and in 15 days time they'll cancel my application if i don't provide it.

erictack203:
Photocopy the datapage of your International Passport datapage, goto High Court and ask them to Certify it, then scan and upload it to them.

lawland:
Seconded...

Manweysabi:
Hello house,

Please i need clarity about what VETASSESS meant by uploading a certify copy of my passport biopage.

I uploaded the original copy, they're still telling me they're not satisfied with it... and in 15 days time they'll cancel my application if i don't provide it.

pingu2k5:
https://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Visa-1/189-

https://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Visa-1/190-

https://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Visa-1/489-

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

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

NNBB2012:

1 Check the SOL/CSOL: Google SOL or CSOL list to see if your occupation is there
•2 Calculate Points. You need either 50,55,60points minimum depending on your visa type.
3. Select the Visa Types: Visa 489-Regional sponsored/Family visa, Visa 190-State sponsored visa and Visa 189-Skilled independent
4. Proof of English Language ability:
•5 Skills Assessment:
•6 Gather the documents
•7 Submitting an Expression of Interest:
8.Wait for the invitation
•9 Lodging Application:
•11 After Lodging:
12. Upload necessary documents such, reference letter,payslips,PCC,Tax certificates, etc
13. Arrange medicals
•14 The Waiting:
•15 The Decision:

Manweysabi:
Australia Benefits:-

Right to live and work permanently in Australia

- Right to live and work unrestricted in New Zealand. New Zealand PR holders cannot do so.

- Right to become citizen after four years as a resident.- Right to free Medicare in Government hospital.

- Child care benefit for kids-Means tested anyway .

- Child care rebates for all irrespective of your income- Right to family tax benefit A & B subject to income.

- Children born inside Australia will be Australian citizens

- Having Australia passport enables you to enter more than 168 countries of the world including Canada, USA,UK on visa free or visa on arrival etc. Some of the countries you could work and live for a period of time such as US, Canada, UK etc.- Right to free education in from primary to secondary school in a public school as a PR holder.

- As aa citizen, Government pay your school fees-as loan in the University and you can start paying back when you start to earn up to 53,000AUD per annum.

- Right to sponsor your family members for Permanent residence, subject to fulfilling some criteria.- Right to youth employment benefit.

- Right to social security benefit.-

You can easily own houses through mortgage so long you are earning income. You only need 5% deposit as a first home buyer in some state.

- Right to become anything you want to be. You will be supported by government.

- Great weather. Although there could be flood and storms in some places. Also wildfire is a threat particularly in some regional areas.

In terms of countries GDP, Australia is no 12.Australia

Current unemployment rate is 6.2%Cost of Living compared Indices
Difference Consumer Prices in Canada are 18.36% lower than in Australia Consumer Prices Including Rent in Canada are 22.68% lower than in Australia
Rent Prices in Canada are 32.17% lower than in Australia
Restaurant Prices in Canada are 16.47% lower than in Australia
Groceries Prices in Canada are 9.50% lower than in Australia
Local Purchasing Power in Canada is 4.87% lower than in Australia
Melbourne has been the most liveable city inthe world for some years in a row now. And the 18th most expensive city to live.
Brisbane is 13th most expensive city and Sydney 11th city. No Canadian city in the first 20 most expensive cities to live.

Australia generally is one of the most expensive country to live in the world. This depends largely on where you live. For example, Sydney cost of living is huge. What kills here majorly is the cost of rents. And even at that, it depends on where you live in Sydney.Minimum wage in Australia currently is AUD 16.87/hrMinimum wage in Canada currently is CAD 11/hr


Employment Situation

Regarding employment for prospective overseas Engineers, I would say it depends on your skills and your experience. Some people were employed directly from Nigeria to work here even without PR. I know of a Mechanical Engineer that got job 7 days after he arrived and some 1-month or two etc. However, do spend several months before they get their dream jobs. Anyway, things have changed a bit because market isa bit flooded particularly for Telecom Engineers. Although there is this ‘local experience palaver’ which most Australian employers value so much. It was when I got in that I discovered why they value it so much. Different work ethics is one of the reasons. If you have worked in places like the UK,US etc. You won’t find it difficult as such when looking for jobs. In Nigeria, we are jack of all trades so to say, but here thereis clear delineation of duties. In some cases, you are expected to focus on your area only. Back in Nigeria, I was doing planning, project engineering, support etc. but when I got here,I focus only on designing, less stressful so to say.
Having said that, there are skills and experience in Telecom engineering that are not in demand such RF,CORE and BSS. It willbe easier for someone with transmission (Not Microwave) experience coupled with IT to get something than a RF Engineer or Core Engineer.I know few Nigerians working in Oil and gas, IT, Construction industry and also Telecomms. Generally, the strategy is to have Australia standard CV, relevant certifications and not minding starting afresh or do an internship and possibly volunteering jobs. Taking up a volunteering job will fetch you Australian experience.If you educate me more on your skills and experience, I will be able to advise you. Meanwhile, you could check the two major job websites:www.seek.com.auandwww.indeed.com.au

Courtesy: NNBB2012

chetaRay:
@ericktack203 plz wat is VETASSESS

ewagbamio:
Hi bellong and erictak2003,
thanks so much for ur answers, the whole passport and payment option thingy was looking so tangled but you guys cleaned it up with just a few posts!

@bellong, UQ is more than willing to accept card payments, they even said they will divide the transactions into smaller units should my card's daily limit be exceeded.

It was all a good problem in the end cos during the past few days I went over all my docs again and after carefully comparing it with what was on the border.gov.au website, I realised my birth certificate might not meet their standard-- its not Full/unabridged. I'll be visiting the ppl at the NPC office in PH to see how quickly I can get the right paper.

the only way I can repay the good ppl of this forum is to do a concise stepwise write up of my experience after everything so others can pick a thing or two

happy sunday

40manlappy:
Good evening: Justwise, Kunlay11, Bosslady, Bellong, Manweysabi, NNBB2012, alaoeri, lawland, scrollmeout, other gurus in the house

I just searched for this thread because my wife and I are considering Australia PR as an alternative to the Canadian Express Entry. Thanks for your selfless services.

I would be glad to get your suggestions on the best route to take on our proposed application considering the information below:

I am 36 years old while my spouse is 32. We both have 8 and 6 years of experience in the financial services sector respectively. She is a Chartered Accountant; it would appear that the skilled occupation relevant to her is Accountant (General): 221111.

I have had a few years of experience as a Branch Manager in the banking industry. Though my role has been changed to a "Relationship Manager", I also figured that the most related skilled occupation class (CSOL) is Financial Institution Branch Manager: 149914

My overall IELTS score was 7.5 while that of my wife was 7. My qualifications include BSc, MBA while my wife has BSc and ACA. Our academic qualifications had earlier been assessed by ICAS to be equivalent to the Canadian 4 year Bachelor's degree program.

My wife was the principal applicant when we applied for the Canadian Express Entry because of some perceived advantages (age, occupation). We are a family of 4.

My questions are: 1. With the information that I supplied above, what are our chances under the Australian Migration programme?
2. Who has better chances of securing Australian PR so that he/she can apply on behalf of the family?
3. How much are we supposed to have as a "proof of fund"? Thank you.

mrsdee:

The ielts result needs band 7 in each to obtain the 10 points.
It seems your wife has a better chance of getting positive assessment because she is chartered.

2. Who has better chances of securing Australian PR so that he/she can apply on behalf of the family?
3. How much are we supposed to have as a "proof of fund"? Thank you.

No proof of funds required.

You can read the thread and understand about the process. Also, there is a chartered accountant here that can throw more light about assessment for accountants.

My 2k contribution. All the best.

40manlappy:
Good evening: Justwise, Kunlay11, Bosslady, Bellong, Manweysabi, NNBB2012, alaoeri, lawland, scrollmeout, other gurus in the house
I just searched for this thread because my wife and I are considering Australia PR as an alternative to the Canadian Express Entry. Thanks for your selfless services.
I would be glad to get your suggestions on the best route to take on our proposed application considering the information below:
I am 36 years old while my spouse is 32. We both have 8 and 6 years of experience in the financial services sector respectively. She is a Chartered Accountant; it would appear that the skilled occupation relevant to her is Accountant (General): 221111.
I have had a few years of experience as a Branch Manager in the banking industry. Though my role has been changed to a "Relationship Manager", I also figured that the most related skilled occupation class (CSOL) is Financial Institution Branch Manager: 149914
My overall IELTS score was 7.5 while that of my wife was 7. My qualifications include BSc, MBA while my wife has BSc and ACA. Our academic qualifications had earlier been assessed by ICAS to be equivalent to the Canadian 4 year Bachelor's degree program.
My wife was the principal applicant when we applied for the Canadian Express Entry because of some perceived advantages (age, occupation). We are a family of 4.
My questions are: 1. With the information that I supplied above, what are our chances under the Australian Migration programme?
2. Who has better chances of securing Australian PR so that he/she can apply on behalf of the family?
3. How much are we supposed to have as a "proof of fund"? Thank you.

If you intend to obtain the 189 or 190 visa, proof of funds are not required. For the 489, certain states recommend yiu have a certain amount but it is not a requirement for a visa. I'd recommend either 189 or 190 though.

My overall take - I strongly recommend you can get additional 5 points - partner points. You do this by both being accessed but both of your ANZSCO codes have to be on the same list (SOL or CSOL). You will need it cos accountants are being issued invitations on pro rata basis now owing to the high numbers of EOIs. You stand a better chance if you have 70 points, at least 65.

As per PTE, you are already talking to the right person @mrs dee . I used the links she provided to prepare for the exam.

scrollmeout:


@ewagbamio. Nice one from you. It shows u really appreciate it gers when they give their time to help others. @Bellong and @erictack203, good job guys.
I have some questions that may help others with their application too

1. Is it really true that renewed passports carry the same passport numbers? Mine was renewed but has different numbers.

2. Ewagbamio, what exactly do you mean by an unabridged birth certificate. Aside from carrying both parents' names, are there any other requirements? By the way...those guys at PH NPC are very helpful

Pinkygrace:


@no1. New passport don't carry same passport numbers. And you can have visa on and old expired passport and have a new passport . NIS stamp cancell without prejudice on the old one. And the visa will still be valid

40manlappy:


Thanks Ma'am. I initially missed your response because I was not mentioned. God bless you! I will find to read more comments on the thread today.

On the IELTS scores, do you mean 7 on each area such as Listening, Reading, etc?

Please see our IELTS scores below



Wifey:Listening-6.5, Reading-7, Writing-7, Speaking-7.5. Overall score-7

Me: Listening-8, Reading-8, Writing-7, Speaking-6.5. Overall score-7.5

BTW, what is PTE?

Thanks for your anticipated response

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