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Let's wait for further updates from VIc.

ACT pre-invites coming through as well.

We have received nominations for University Lecturer, Construction project manager, Electrical engineering technician etc

There was an update yesterday from WA migration.

The WA Government has made changes to its migration program to support skilled workers looking to migrate to Western Australia including increasing occupations eligible for skilled migration in WA by around 60 per cent.

*New occupations have been added* to the Western Australian Skilled Migration Occupation List Schedule 1 (WASMOL Schedule 1) and the Western Australian Skilled Migration Occupation List Schedule 2 (WASMOL Schedule 2).
The list of newly available occupations can be found on the WA State Nomination – combined occupation list.

The WA Government has also *waived the $200 application fee* and has made changes to the requirements for new applicants as of 1 July 2022, including:

1.*Removal of the requirement to demonstrate sufficient funds for WA State nomination.*

2.*Reduction in the English requirements for applicants at the Manager and Professional occupation level to *the "competent" level of English.*

189 ITA flowed today for various occupations.
Check your emails if you have 189 EOI.

My supposed sponsor lives there, he was initially going to be my sponsor until we found out agricultural consultant wasn't on the occupation list of the Northern territory. I couldn't have assessed agricultural scientist because I had no experience in that line.

Please, can we access state sponsorship from another region and is it very likely we get one?

You can get state sponsorship from other states if you meet their requirement for your occupation.
Check all the states that are currently nominating and previous pages. There has been information posted on nominating states.

Hollarmighty:
Hi Tunlex,

Am I a good fit for Australia PR?

Age: 35
Profession: Accountant/Management Consultant
Qualifications: B.Sc Economics; ICAN (ACA & AAT). Currently undergoing an online EMBA at Quantic University of Business and Technology.
Work Experience: Big4 Accounting firm - Accountant 4.5 years. Another Big4 consulting 1.5 years. Making 6 years altogether.
Family: Me, Wife and a 2 month old.

What are my chances, please. Thanks

The process is competitive for Accountant/Management consultant. You need to get a very high point like 95 and above which is very unrealistic for offshore applicant.
You best option is to look out for jobs in the big4 in Australia. They are still recruiting people into the country on 482 visa.

Kenyanne:
Thanks @tunlex01 for the prompt response. We didn't realise we have made a mistake until recently.

Pls, is it possible to get a state nomination or family sponsorship for agricultural consultant in the northern territory even if it is not on the occupation list?

Very unlikely for NT. Why NT though?

SA is coming with a bang!
500 occupations from next week Thursday.
Be prepared and ready

Prudency045:
@Tunlex01 Please kindly advise accordingly. I have gone through the occupation list and what I have been doing is similar to Chemistry Technician than Chemical Engineer.

Age: 32 yrs

IELTS: L=8.5, R=7, W=7, S=7

Educational qualifications with dates awarded (BSc, 2013, Masters,2019)

Awarding University(ies): Obafemi Awolowo University for bachelor's degree and UNILAG for MPE

Course of study: Chemical Engineering & Process Engineering for bachelor's and master's degrees respectively.

Job title(s) and dates: Laboratory Chemist Nov. 2015 - September 2016
Quality Control Officer October 2016 - November 2018
Quality Auditor November 2018 - November 2019
Laboratory Engineer November 2019 - To date

Years of experience: 6years 9months

Visit Vetassess website to review their assessment requirements. Gather your documents and get it reviewed by some expert that have previously assessment same occupation.
You don’t need to present your Masters degree though. Just BSc certificate and transcript

Kenyanne:
Gaood afternoon everyone, please I need your advice as to how to find my EOI. I received a positive assessment from vetassess some months back but my year experience was reduced to 2.2yrs.

What happened was that, I submitted 2 job experiences, the first one was 6yrs but with 15hours per week while the second was 3yrs plus with 40hours per week.

The first wasn't counted because it didn't meet the minimum 20hours per week to be qualified. This is because in the first 18months of the job, I enrolled for my masters and I was afraid it would affect my points if I had stated I also worked 20hours during this period.

I want to know if I can go ahead to fill 20hours per week in the remaining 4 and half years of my first job, in my EOI, without having an issues with my application later.

Thank you for your assistance.

You can only claim years of experience approved by your assessing authority as you can’t claim point for it.
You can include it in your EOI but select ‘not relevant to occupation”
You should have reassessed with Vetassess within 90 days.
This is why it’s important to mention stuff like this and get people to review your letter before submission.

soulamanne:
thanks @tunlex01....I saw this real time.I was practically awake till the offshore QSOL opened. met all the conditions but my occupation Telecom Engineering not on the list...sad .we move(banking and praying on NSW and SA now)

Fingers crossed.

Government is increasing number of migration intake for this year and more PRs. So there will be more opportunities.

ugift4reel:
Hello @tunlex01, just got positive outcome from TRA, kindly advise on next step. Thanks

Congratulations.
Do you have English test result and at least a proficient English?
if you do, create multiple EOIs on Skillselect. You can check youtube/google on how to do that. I'd advise you create two - one for 491 Queensland and 190 queensland.

You are lucky your occupation is on the QSOL list.

OlaLiberty:
Hi Tunlex01 and gurus,
Here are my details:
Age: 34
BSc. Geology 2014(Ife)
MSc. Geotechnical Engineering with project management 2021 (UK)
Work Expeeience
Geologist 2017-2020
Geotechnical Engineer 2021 - till date
Single

Visit www.anzscosearch.com
You may need to register on the website to view the details below
On the top middle page click "Lists" (on a laptop/computer) or click the Hamburger sign (3 horizontal lines) to select "Lists" if you are using a mobile device
Go through the 3 lists MLTSSL, STSOL and ROL
Click any of the occupations that best relate to what you do.
When you click the occupation, scroll down to 'Anzsco code' and scroll to 'Tasks'
Check if the tasks relate to the occupation you have selected.
Revert here with occupation(s) you deem relate to what you do and we will take it up from there

Queensland is now open for offshore applicants.
Minimum of proficient English
Minimum of 80 points for 190 and 65 for 491.
https://migration.qld.gov.au/visa-options/skilled-visas/skilled-workers-living-offshore

Occupation list
https://migration.qld.gov.au/occupation-lists

olig:
Thank you guys for your time and efforts.
I am still learning; I started reading from page 0, but I am still far away.


Please, is professional certification like ACA/ICAN qualified PR route? Please help check the credentials below

Education and certification:
1) Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) | 2021
From Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria ICAN)
2) Associate of Accounting Technician (AAT) | 2016
From Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
3) Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Local Government Studies |2017
From Obafemi Awolowo University

Work experience:
1) Credit control officer | 02.2022 till date
2) Account officer | 09.2017 to 01.2022

Age: 29

English test: Not done yet



Thanks

Not for Australia

ajayidebo:
Permit me to advice that tourist visa is not the way so that you don't get to repeat what happened in 2009.

Why not play the long game? You sound like someone that can afford it. If your spouse is able to study, you guys should try MSc UK, but it will cost an arm and a leg for a family of 5. The application is pretty straightforward, and you will have to declare all your travel history including the deportation in your application. My two takes

Correct!
Especially with previous travel history and no travel for 12 years.

churchill3:
I am very pleased with many successful travel and visa process stories here. I will also contribute mine too as I embark on this journey. I have lived in Europe from 2005 till 2009( I was deported anyway). I have been in Nigeria since 2010.I lost my previous passport in 2011 through a visa agent (he died and no info to recover the passport). I WANT TO FOLLOW THE DIY route. I just got a new passport I want to Travel to Either Canada, Australia, UK or USA by December this year. I have a hotel (opened in January) which I plan to register at CAC and also open a corperate bank account with it. I have cash inflow of 300 to 400k monthly. I can raise a bank cash balance of 5 - 6million. What are my chances of getting a tourist visa to any of the countries above and the requirements. I am 42years, married with three children. I am an engr(B. Eng) with 2.1. I have personal properties on my name e.g lands, house(the hotel)

This thread is mainly for skilled migration.
If you meet the requirements for a visitors visa and show evidence to return to your home country with enough funds to support you and your family while you are here, you shouldn’t have any issue with a visitor visa application.

If your plan is to japa with a visitor visa in Australia, I would only say, don’t waste your time and money cos that’s a tall order

Gorgeousdiva201:
Please I found my job type on the site... what do I do next...

Visit the assessing authority and read through their assessment requirements

Saynoomore:
Thanks a lot for this explanations. It's makung a lot of sense to me now. I get the sense that EOI is more like a federal portal and ROI for the states?

I also hope one can not get banned for multiple accounts? Are we not allowed to create one profile, select multiple states, as well as tick 189, 190, & 491 on each state selected? Just like EE allows applicants to select all states (except Quebec) on a single profile. What's the implication(s) ?

One last question please, from your last paragraph: since the federal draws are only for 189 and NOT for 190/491, then why are we creating EOI (federal expression of interest) for 190 & 491?

Again, if you get nomination from a State, and you submit all documents in 14days, and receive final approval, is that a guarantee you'll get visa clearance from federal? Or has federal got nothing to do anymore once you've obtained state approval?

Sorry Im asking too many questions. This process seem a bit more complex than the Canada's EE. I wonder if that's why a lot of people are not swarming this thread like its IRCC's EE counterpart.

Yes, EOI is for federal and ROI is for the state.
It used to be only EOI until FY2019 when a few states changed their process.

No ban. You can, but it limits your chances.
For example, if two states open up for your occupation and you have just one EOI for both, you may not get any of the two cos that does not show commitment to the state. Also, if NSW opens up for 190 for your occupation and in VIC, it’s 491. You will not be able to get a 190 nomination again if ViC approves your ROI before NSW.

Because not all states use ROI and also to keep track of data. Cos when the state approves your nomination, they have to send the invite to you via EOI. ITA can only be received if you have EOI (whether state or federal nominations).

Once you receive approval from the state, it’s a guarantee you will get ITA (invitation to apply) which then takes you to apply for the visa on Immiaccount which is the website for all visa applications. It’s not a guarantee that your visa will be approved by the Department of Home Affairs. It’s up to you to provide all the required employment documents, police certificate and have clean or manageable health records for DHA to approve your visa application

FreshBoss007:
Good day house , any recent info on how to make payment for Australian visa application

I emailed you. There are people who do such transactions here in Australia and can help with payment.

Ozyalex:
Hello All,

Please i am interested in migrating to Australia my details

Age: 25 years
Education: BA.Ed Guidance and Counselling
Year of graduation: 2019
Nysc: 2019 to 2020
Work experience: Human Resource OfficerI have like over 2 years of experience

Which uni did you graduate from?

Visit www.anzscosearch.com
You may need to register on the website to view the details below
On the top middle page click "Lists" (on a laptop/computer) or click the Hamburger sign (3 horizontal lines) to select "Lists" if you are using a mobile device
Go through the 3 lists MLTSSL, STSOL and ROL
Click any of the occupations that best relate to what you do.
When you click the occupation, scroll down to 'Anzsco code' and scroll to 'Tasks'
Check if the tasks relate to the occupation you have selected.
Revert here with occupation(s) you deem relate to what you do and we will take it up from there

Saynoomore:
Okay, if I get you, this means an applicant must go the federal portal to register for EOI first, before visiting the various state portals to complete their respective ROIs. When the state nominates you, they grant you a +15points to add to your federal account portforlio, which increases your points on the federal portal. In the event of a draw on the federal portal, your chances of being selected increases. This is comparable to the Canada's PNP and Federal draws? Am I right?

To get nomination, register multiple EOIs on the 'federal portal' like you call it. For each EOI, select one state and indicate if you want 491 or 190 and if your occupation is on the 189 list, add it to the list.
For example,
EOIa - NSW 190 (tick the 189 box too)
EOIb - NSW 491 only
EOIc - SA 190
EOId - SA 491
You should create at least 4 to open up your chances. You can use same email address but note down your EOI numbers and passwords.

Then monitor each state migration website for their nomination requirements. For example, NSW requires ROI for 491 but not for 190.
If a state nominates your occupation and you did not create EOI for them, you can create a new one asap or modify one of the EOIs you have to that state.
The state points are automatically added when you select the visa class on EOI.
The federal draw is only for 189 and not for 190/491
If you apply for ROI in SA for example and you meet the requirement, you will get a pre-invite to submit documents to the state within 14 days. After which the state will approve your nomination and you get ITA directly from your EOI.

Pimiento:
Hello all,

Am interested in migrating to Australia.

Am 31 with MBA+Bsc Accounting
I have 7 years sales and marketing experience;
(2015-2020 as sales executive, and 2020 till date a Merchandiser). My most recent job is a managerial role but titled "Merchandiser"

My spouse is 25 with HND in Environmental Biology.

She has 1year+ experience as a Sales Executive with lending firm.


What are my chances?

There is just 1 sales role: sales manager but you need to be reporting directly to the CEO. Are you?

merrijosh:
@tunlex01 your contribution is highly appreciated. God bless you more.
I will appreciate your assessment before I go on with the process

My self
Age: 30 years
Education: B.sc plant biology
Year of graduation: 2016
Nysc: 2016 to 2017
Work experience: Admin officer(2 months). I have like 3 years of experience that I can't prove.


Spouse
Age: 25
Education: B.sc plant biology
Year of graduation : 2016
Nysc: 2017 to 2018
Work Experience: Insurance brokerage(2years)

Which of us should be the primary applicant. I need this information to decide who to write IELTS. Thanks in anticipation of your response

There is no admin role on the occupation list.
Your spouse can be the primary applicant but but plant biology and insurance are not related. So that can be an issue.
Every one still need to write English test. You may want to look at study route or spouse wait to have 3 years experience and can try assessing as an insurance agent.

NICOSIA:
Hello guys I just received update from CO to upload letter from employer. I have already requested for the letter from my employer but they are very slow at doing things. I’m thinking of using their letter to write myself. Do you please know if the embassy calls employers?

Don’t do that cos they might verify from the organisation.
If you are not getting a response from your organisation, send a reminder email to your HR to provide such document. That should be enough evidence to get a statutory declaration.
Then go to a court and process a statutory declaration about the CO request.

kory:
Hello everyone. I would be coming in next month and wanted advice on bringing in food stuff. Anyone who has travelled recently please assist with landing gist and how food item was packaged. Thanks

Read few pages back, there are pointers already

kory:
Hello everyone. I would be coming in next month and wanted advice on bringing in food stuff. Anyone who has travelled recently please assist with landing gist and how food item was packaged. Thanks

Check the living in australia thread. There are a few comments for people who travelled recently about packaging.

Jayboi:
@tunlex01.

I know I av once asked u some questions but kindly guide me on the first steps to take...Once again, my background is Electrical Engineer with 9 years experience, 36 yrs old and with a degree frm a Nigerian University.
I believe I'm to first write ielts and av a good score. Do I av to do credential evaluation like with WES? And then what other step do I take like the required things. Thanks once again.

Yes, you have to assess with your assessing body.
Have you checked the occupation to assess first? Electrical engineer occupation has not really had any nominations recently.

The process is detailed https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nr25wcUzQ86Of8PfdvHwaNuPN3ferEE4wk9HdkAQ0us/edit

Visit www.anzscosearch.com
You may need to register on the website to view the details below
On the top middle page click "Lists" (on a laptop/computer) or click the Hamburger sign (3 horizontal lines) to select "Lists" if you are using a mobile device
Go through the 3 lists MLTSSL, STSOL and ROL
Click any of the occupations that best relate to what you do.
When you click the occupation, scroll down to 'Anzsco code' and scroll to 'Tasks'
Check if the tasks relate to the occupation you have selected.
Revert here with occupation(s) you deem relate to what you do and we will take it up from there

Sagaciousd1:
Many thanks @tunlex01. I so much appreciate. Below highlights the information requested for:
Age: 37
Educational Qualifications: OND, Business Administration (MAPOLY 2003); BSC, Business Administration (OOU, 2008); MSC, Organisational Behavior (UNILAG, 2017)
Work experience: Human capital specialist (2011 -2014); Head, Strategy and Research (2015-2018); Strategy Specialist (2018-2020); Strategy, Research and Development Manager (2020-till date)

Spouse
Age: 36
Educational Qualifications: OND, Business Administration (BIDAPOLY 2007); HND, Business Administration (BIDAPOLY, 2011)
Work experience: Administrative officer (2013 -2016); Teacher (2018-2020); Online Entrepreneur (2020-till date)

So only experience from 2015 will be reviewed.
If you have checked the roles of the R& manager and fit what you do, then visit Vetassess website to review the requirements and read the information sheet for your occupation.
Because it's a managerial role, you need to provide organogram to show your management level. only the years you were/are manager will be considered. You may need to change the 'specialist' role to a managerial role or Vetassess won't include it in their calculation.

Saynoomore:
Please, is anyone here with the VETASSES Statutory Declaration/ Affidavit template for documents from Nigeria?

Usually, when you go to courts, they have samples but you can tweak the below.

This is a sample of the Statutory declaration.

I, XXXX XXXX, male, Christian, Nigerian citizen of _address_, Nigeria, do hereby make oath and say as follows:

1. That I am the above named person whose passport photograph is hereby affixed
2. That my organisation XXXXXX has declined to oblige me with a reference letter which is vital to my application on the basis of my year of employment (you can use whatever reason)
That I shall therefore furnish my application with a reference letter prepared by me
4, That this affidavit is now needed for record and official purposes
5. that i make this affidavit in good faith and in accordance with the Provision of Oaths Laws of Lagos State 2004.

You can edit and make corrections and can attach evidence of why you are not able to obtain the document from the right source.

Sagaciousd1:
Dear All,
I bumped on an a platform on permanent residency in Australia and I am thinking of giving it a shot. Where do I start from please?.
I am 37 years, Bsc business administration, Msc in organisational behaviour, over 10 years of experience in human capital, corporate strategy, research and development and married.
Also, I just checked the the occupation list, I saw research and development while currently I am a strategy and research manager. Can I take on this?

For occupations like this, your assessment is based only on years you spent or have spent on that job code.
If you have been in Hr for 7 years and research for 3 years, only 3 years will be considered if you choose to assess as R&.

You should use this format.
You can provide your details for further review.
Age
English test result (breakdown not overall)
Educational qualifications with dates awarded (ND, 2006, PhD,2021)
Awarding University(ies)
Course of study
Job title(s) and dates
Years of experience
If you are married, provide your spouse's details in the same order as above

corlatoby:
Hello everyone
I have HND I don't even know what to pick for 189 visa is it advance diploma or what please help

You can select advanced diploma.