FAQs
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Reference: https://pinoyau.info/profile/auyeah_
- What visa I can apply for in Australia?
PERMANENT VISA
Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189)
No restrictions, can work and live in any state.
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skilled-independent-189/points-tested#Overview
Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190)
Must stay in the nominated state for 2 years. Requirements differ depending on the state. Some state require show money, job offer and etc.
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skilled-nominated-190#Overview
TEMPORARY VISA
Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (Subclass 489)
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skilled-regional-provisional-489
- How to submit an EOI?
You can submit multiple EOIs. 1 EOI = 1 Subclass.
- When will I be invited?
Check the invitation estimates from ISCAH:
http://www.iscah.com/will-get-189-invitation-estimates/
Immigration tracker
https://myimmitracker.com/
The higher the points the sooner the invite.
Invitation Rounds
Visa 189
- Every 11th of the month 12mn AEST or 10th of the month 10pm PHT
Visa 190
Any day of the month
Getting the invite
NOTE: Never forward the invitation email to anyone.
- Visa lodge
Requirement list from those who received Direct Grants (compiled by @Heprex):
***Primary
Birth Certificate
Passport Data Page
Work References (COE - Detailed)
TOR
Diploma
Marriage Certificate
PTE Academic Result/IELTS
Payslips (Try to provide at least 3 per year) or Bank Statements that cover the employment period
Tax Assessments (ITR)
NBI Clearance
e-Medical sheet
Form 80
Form 1221
CV
Passport Size Photo ID
SSS Static Info and Contribution
Skills Assessment (ex ACS result)
***Dependent
Birth Certificate
Passport Data Page
Marriage Certificate
Certificate of English as Medium of Instruction (CEMI) or PTE/IELTS Result
Diploma
TOR
NBI Clearance
e-Medical sheet
Form 80
Form 1221
CV
Passport Size Photo ID
If claiming points for partner skills, make sure to submit the necessary employment documents and the English exam result.
Skilled Employment Documents:
https://archive.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/supporting/Pages/skilled/skilled-employment-documents-eoi.aspx?fbclid=IwAR1ZyhY0TTdjYCkk-GCX9ZKtswmiop3g6gO57biH-0IntEnHY29syGeQPw8
You may prepare these requirements in advance so that when you get invited you can immediately lodge your visa application. However, please note that your initial entry date is dependent on the expiration of your health assessment and NBI clearance which are valid for 1 year.
- Health Assessment
You can have the medical exam prior to visa lodge. The health assessment is valid for 1 year.
- How can I increase my points?
State Nomination +5 points
Partner Skills +5 points
Superior English +20 points
Naati certification +5 points
Other discussions that might be helpful to you:
General Skilled Immigration Visa - Step By Step Process
http://pinoyau.info/discussion/101/general-skilled-immigration-visa-step-by-step-process#latest
PTE Academic
http://pinoyau.info/discussion/4233/pte-academic#latest
Filling up of EOI & Requirements after invitation
http://pinoyau.info/discussion/2346/filling-up-of-eoi-requirements-after-invitation#latest
How to Generate the HAP ID
http://pinoyau.info/discussion/11280/how-to-generate-the-hap-id#latest
Form 80 Questions
http://pinoyau.info/discussion/1256/form-80-questions#latest
Case Officer (CO) Contact Thread
http://pinoyau.info/discussion/10084/case-officer-co-contact-thread#latest
BIG MOVE 2019
http://pinoyau.info/discussion/11824/big-move-2019#latest
These are just recommendations but it is always best to do your own research and keep yourself up to date. Claiming for smooth applications and answered prayers this month. God bless everyone! 🙂
“God, exciting and great are your plans for me but please don’t let me get ahead of you. Help me to be faithful where I am now and enjoy where you planted me. Each season has its gift. I surrender in your perfect timing.”