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Hi Sire,

You can can reach me on yesefin001@gmail.com, @stardamsel. Please, mail me der.

Having issues with my registered mail.

Cheers

TD4real:
Visa grant !!!!!!

Finally after waiting 3 months plus. I'm very busy at work. Will update my timeline later. For all those still waiting, God will do it .

Congrats mate.

Cheers!

lawlandc:
hello guys, please how much is Australian student visa application fees ? I need answer asap

575 AUD

Stardamsel:
Please I am going for my medicals soon.

Can someone please confirm the location of Fatayi Williams Hospital to me?.

Some say it's at V.I, Ademola Adetokunbo Street beside grand square.

Some say it's at CMS.

Please I need help.

Hi Stradamsel,

Happy Holidays.

The first address is correct. The hospital is very close to grandsquare. You can call their phone number to reach them; altho* you need to book an appointment first.

Address: Dr A.A Fatayi-Williams Clinic, 8A Adetokunbo Ademola Street, (Off Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue, beside Grand Square), Victoria Island, Lagos State.

Phone number: 0808 100 9943, 0808 100 9944.

I hope this helps.

Cheers!

Q

edkai:
Good morning yes001. I sent you a mail. Please i need your help.

Hi edkai,

Apologies on my late response.

I do have issues with my mail. Please, mail me on yesefin001@gmail.com

Cheers.

tommee:
Please how do u guyz determine an AL1 school is there a list somewhere and is university of wollongong an AL1 school?

Hi Tommee,

Apologies on my late response, please see link below.

https://www.nairaland.com/2338380/general-australian-student-visa-enquiries/425

Please, let me knw if you have further queries.

Cheers.

Stardamsel:
Congrats to you. I tap into this testimony too.

1.Please did you lodge your application yourself or through an agent.
2. Did you submit a letter of support signed by your sponsor stating the total amount available for your studies and upkeep over there. (Not statement of account pls).
_I checked the checklist you shared and I didn't see this cos my school is an assessment level 1 school. But my agent is requested that my sponsor should fill the letter of support._.

Thanks your prompt response will be greatly appreciated.

Hi Stardamsel,

I trust you are doing great today.

In answering your questions.

1. Yes, I used an Agent.

2. I didn't submit any letter of sponsorship. Only stated in the application who my sponsor was and that he will be responsible for all my expenses all through my stay in Aussie.

Which school are you applying to?

I hope this helps. Please, let me know if you have further queries.

Cheers!

N

trastar:
Finally graduated from the DIY thread to the Living in Aussie thread.
We thank the lord.

Moved to Aussie with my husband on the 11th of December (8 days ago).
First few days was spent sleeping and readjusting to Aussie time.
Flight was booked through IOM aussie so we came in through Dubai. That 13 hours from Dubai ti Sydney na die!
Unlike a lot of people, we didn’t bother to carry any Naija food except suya spice because “e go finish at some point” and we honestly don’t eat lots of local meals even in Nigeria at home. So there’s not so much we’d miss anyways. We arrived at about 11:pm. All they did at customs was scan passport.
They didn’t even check the boxes. We were just asked if we brought any food item and we stated “blended pepper and spices “. He just stamped the yellow card given on the plane and that was it.

We have sorted Medicare and opened bank accounts. Got opal cards for moving around in trains and Buses. Pretty easy to get used to.
We are currently staying with a friend at Riverwood but will be moving by weekend to Hillsdale. It’s a shared apartment and 290 per week. This comes with all bills and there’s also furniture available so we thought it’s a good idea for temporary stay since we don’t have jobs yet and don’t know where we’d be working in Sydney yet.

Job search has been really interesting. Actively started applying two days ago and I’ve gotten three phone calls so far and an interview that was eventually canceled cos the client of the recruitment agency changed their minds on requirements and insisted on having just citizens.
I am open to anything in Customer service and office administration Incase anyone knows or has any info.
My husband is an IT network engineer but open to entry level positions in IT.

I’m still in shock at how far behind we are in Nigeria. Everything works!
Chai!
Available for any holiday outing as it looks like most companies are closing for the year on Friday.
One can easily get bored here tho. Especially if you are used to the Lagos fast paced lifestyle.

That’s all for now.

Hi Trastar,

Thanks for the detailed experience shared.

Kindly help with response on the below;

Which airline did you fly and also the cost? Also, did IOM include extra charges?

Thanks to respond.

Cheers.

Softkey:
More than a month now

It will surely end in praise chief.

tommee:
How can i get cricos code for university of wollongong to access the checklist

Hi fam,

Just input your education provider on the checklist tool, the cricos number automatically generates.

I hope this helps.

Cheers!

Softkey:
Oh good...
That was all i submitted too.
Status still "Further Processing" o.
Hoping for the grace of God.

It will sure end in praise chief. Let's keep the tune high...

How long has the application been on further processing?

kelvin2018:
congratulation bro.
please can anyone advise me how I can proceed with Medical Examination before applying for my visa or do I have to wait for DIBP to notify me first?

Hi kelvin,

@enyinna4 has said it all. Please, call IOM to schedule an appointment. You shouldn't have an issue with that because hardly do you see Australian applicant there. Canadian does dominate with my experience.

Don't forget to take your e clearance medical form. This is always filled on DIPB's platform *I think*

Success chief.

Softkey:
Please i would like to know if you submit a statement of account or not.
Though from the checklist, it wasn't requested for your school but i would still like to know if you submitted it or not.

Thanks

Nah chief. Did stick firm to the document requested from the checklist tool as per the education provider. *nothing more, nothing less*

How far with your application, do you have any update from DIBP yt?

Mulatto444:
Best wishes as u plan to travel, hopefully we will simile like u soon....

Cheers buddy

Thanks Mate. Success Success!

Guruindahouse:
Hi my people,

I want to apply for Bachelor programme in a field different from my majors. I just acquired my Msc degree. Is there anyone that know if my higher degrees that I earned can affect the admission outcomes and immigration decision at the end?

I am planning to move with my family.

Thanks in advance for your reply.

Hello Guruindahouse,

From your question above; I see you have acquired a BS.c and MS.c degree previously. If you intend applying for another Bachelor's degree; you need to consider your age. Also, the ability to convince your case officer on the reason for choosing a lower degree and a different field of study.

Admission with the education provider can always come through; but getting the Visa will be the huddle to cross. Success Mate.

Do weigh your options.

Cheers!

Thanks famz. I pray all the hopefuls will testify soonest too in Jesus name.

timolala:
A big congrats U

Thank You.

shupy:
@yese001 Congrats

Thanks.

Hi All,

I trust you great! This is to motivate an individual out there.

Profile:

So I recently got my approval. All thanks to God. Inputs from this platform cannot be underrated as well.

Medicals was done upfront Oct. 26th, 2018
Application was submitted Nov. 16th, 2018
Biometrics followed Nov 19th, 2018.
Approval popped in Dec. 14th, 2018.
School: RMIT (AL1 Institution)

So; I simply submitted all documents required using the evidentiary document checklist tool. *Nothing Extra* Please, see link below.
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/web-evidentiary-tool

In all, please, take time out in writing a very catching GTE (Statement of Purpose/Intent). This I believe have a great impact on one's application. Watch out for grammatical errors, wrong usage of words and above all, make sure you express yourself in your statement. Your passion and motivation driving you must be felt by the case officer *you must be articulate about it*[i][/i]. Thanks to @Nogara on this this one. He gave his input on mine.


Great to be part of this family. Please, never hesitate to buzz up if you need any clarification on your application. I am still learning; but will sure try my best in giving response to the best of my knowledge.

Cheers!

jiyde:
Amen to that!!

Well, i paid for my PTE through my agent and they got my study material (Textbook and practice CD) sent to me... I read the whole book and did the practice tests on the CD...
I practiced for 3weeks (tho lazy practice till the last week where I had to buckle up)... in all sha, I did intense practice for just 5days. Went for the exam and thank God, the rest is history..

The exam is in sections... Speaking, Reading, Listening and Writing...

In all, if you prepare well for it with their study materials, you'll scale through..

So to answer your question, it was a self study...

Hope i did small justice to your question..

PS: I already gave out my study material to a friend who wants to write the exam too... You can google PTE Test centers in Lagos or wherever you are to know where you can register for the exam... the study materials come with the fee you pay for the exam...

Cheers!

Thanks chief. Insightful!

Sent you a buzz.

jiyde:
PTE is a lot easier... so if you are lazy like me or an olodo like me, try PTE...did i rem to mention that it is cheaper too.. . thank me later

Hello Jjyde,

Prayers as you await your TRV.

Please a quick one; Do you have study materials for PTE? Plus how did you go about yours?

Self study or tutorials? How long were you able to prepare for this?

Will love you to help share this experience.

Thanks fam.

Hi all,

Success to all em' TRV hopeful.

A quick one; can I book an appointment for biometrics over the weekend?

Thanks to help a fam.

Regards.

nogara:
Thanks a lot for leaving the substance in my post and pursuing the shadow. IELTS is not a free Ticket to Australia , I wonder why you made it your topic. My advice, remain calm and learn from everyone here. I learnt a lot here, someone told me my SOP was rubbish from this thread , I took it as a challenge and then he assisted me. See, getting a visa is one thing, then making it over here is another thing. Your credentials and packaging can bring you here but if you lack the right attitude to learn and relearn, hmm , you may just be surviving here. Within my 3 months here I can tell you how being teachable has helped me. This is just my one cent.

Hello fam.

Trust this meets you well.

Please will like you to help with a review, cn I go ahead with a pm to you?

Thanks as I await your response.

IamNegan:
Good evening everyone, this place is now to quiet, what is going on.
People no dey go Australia again, I collect COE and fear dey grip me to apply for visa.

Abeg, who dey apply very soon for feb intake make we gather ginger.
This silence dey discourage me olorun

Hello Mate,

Success as u apply for your visa.

Quick one; how long did it take before you got your COE upon payment of your fees?

Also, which is best to make payment with? AUD or USD? *your advise*

Anyone with an idea of this can also help leave a comment.

Big thanks!

adeoladele:
He said step daddy

Apologies; That's an Oversight.

Thanks.

MYLYN:
Medicals - July 10th
Biometrics - Aug 22rd
Visa application submitted - Aug 24th
Visa Grant - Sept 21st
Docs submitted- transcript, waec, sponsorship letter(step dad) , birth certificate, affidavit of relationship between me and sponsor, Sponsor's personal and company bank statement, sponsors CAC, Employment letter, SOP.
Place of birth in passport was different from birth cert,And I noticed after I submitted my visa app.. Although I was told it won't be an issue, i submitted an affidavit of correction.

Course - Master of Professional Accounting (Studied accounting as bsc)
School- Kings own institute ...

My thanks goes to just wise, Solitin, Blazegab, Aus transaction, Ammy and everyone who has contributed to this thread. God bless you guys.

Congratulations Mate!

A quick one; Please, who did you use as your sponsor?

Thanks to respond.

oluswagger:
Hi folks.
Finally got my PoE letter of introduction sent to my inbox. I wanna take time to thank you guys for the encouragement, tips, lessons, explanations and moral supports. Some experience are scary (i must admit) while some were hope-giving. Most importantly, I'm glad i found this forum.

Here is my timeline.
PhD admission letter received on 28th March 2017 (fall term)
Applied for SP & WP for wifey on May 5th.
Med call on 11th Aug.
Med done on 14th. Wifey did hers on 22nd.
Med passed notification on 21st Aug.
TRVs approved on Sept 1st.
VFS notifies on Sept 11.
PoE Letter of Intro received on 19th Sept.

Docs submitted:
Educational certs & transcripts
Pay slips (3 months)
SoA (of mine & sponsors)
Sponsor is my sister. Letter of financial support from sponsor too
SoP and questionnaire.
Proof of active employment
All CIC forms.
Offer letter & scholarship proof
Etc (i can't remember all)

Of course the TRVs came late but i got in touch with my supervisor and she told the school to send a new offer letter for winter.
For all hopefuls, my prayers are with you and it shall manifest soon (if Canada is God's will). I've enjoyed uncommon favour (scholarship and wifey's TRV). May favour find you all too. Amen.

droluus@yahoo.com if you have questions that I can help with. Thanks

Hello Boss,

I sent you a mail. Please reply at your leisure. Thanks.

abestine:
Profile

Btech industrial mathematics
Mtech statistics
Applied for PhD in biostatistics in the department of Community Health Science, university of Manitoba, but was given MSc due to some prerequisite course in epidemiology that I have to do.

Denied on 22nd of July , 2016, deferred to September 2017. I Read all post since then while waiting for the time to reapply

Reasons for denial in my first application
1. Insufficient fund
2. Purpose of visit
3. Current employment status
4. Personal assets and financial status

Reapplied on 05/05/2017
No update till 29/08/2017 when i received medical call, medicals done 30/08/2017, medical passed on 04/09/2017 visa approved 07/09/2017.

Documents submitted
Prayers and fasting is the number key for my success
1. Admission letter
2. Undergraduate and master transcripts
3. Undergraduate and masters graduate certificate
4. SSCE certificate
5. Employment letter
6. Letter of introduction from my FUTA where I work
7. Letter of introduction from the director of my section
8. Identity card
9. My Resume
10. Letter of award of fellowship from my supervisor ($35,000)
11. Statement of my Dom account (USD$ 2680)
12. Statement of personal savings account (3million)
13. Statement of account of my friend as co-sponsor
14. Statement of account of my cousin in US as sponsor
15. Document of land properties worth 4million
16. Document of my car worth 1million
17. Complete and signed CIC forms
18. Police report
19. Passport photograph
20. Affidavit of age declaration
21. Letter of explanation to address the reason for denial in my first application
22. Affidavit of return on program completion
23. Marriage certificate
24. Documents to proof wife's identity and employment
25. Document to proof identity of daughters
26. Court affidavit of sponsors
27. Letter of sponsor from my sponsors

Sorry for the long list, it was was to my first denial and how to tackle it which I got from this group... I didn't order gcsm file.

Thanks to everyone who have contributed to the success of my application

Hello Boss,

Congratulations on your TRV approval. It takes a lot of courage and determination to get through with this. I believe all other TRV applicants will be perfected.

I just have a brief question based on your admission. You mentioned applying for a PhD programme but you were given a Masters' degree in U of M due to some core courses completion in epidemiology.
Bearing in mind having a masters degree before, how were you able to relate this to the Visa Officer? Was there need to show any proof?
Also, could this have contributed to your first TRV delay? (purpose of visit)

I am sorry for the long post, just inquisitive. Also, this may help one or two people on this thread.

P.s: The Guru's can also help with contributions.
Thanks.

tjaz:
Masters, UWO
Applied May 26th, with upfront medicals
Medicals passed updated June 9th
Request for proof of funds on July 10th
Replied request August 16th
Application approved updated August 18th

Docs submitted
All cic documents
Scholarship award letter worth 30kusd as main sponsor
Co-sponsor, aunt with fixed deposit of 12m,
Father's company CAC doc and letter of guarantee of position on return as home tie
Parent and siblings birth certificate as home tie
.
Employment letter and three months payslip
Birth and marriage certificate of mum and aunt to show relationship

Reply to request for proof of funds
Statement of acct showing 3m deposit
Bank reference letter
Letter from UWO stating fees invoice cannot be generated until study permit is issued
Cbn forex operational manual

And it ended it praise, thanks to God.
Posts from a lot of selfless people here are very helpful even to silent readers, may God continue to bless you all.
Wish all hopefuls TRV approvals.

Congrats Boss.

maziude:
Yes boss.
I got your message.

I will work on it this weekend...sorry for the delay.

@Maziude.. Thanks Boss.

I'll be expectant.. Do enjoy your weekend.