<blockquote rel="jflucena">Hi guys.
Since this thread has been bumped already, I have a few things to ask. Here's my situation:
I have an existing 457 Visa (valid, expiring November 2014).
I just filed my ACS assessment yesterday.
No longer based in Australia
I read that VIC has a new ruling that can expedite the processing of applicants for state sponsorship who have been issued with a 457 (valid or expired). The expedited process only takes 14 days compared to the usual 3 months.
What I wanted to ask is, since I've been issued a 457 Visa already, can I just pass my documents (without the ACS assessment) and apply?
I'm just thinking of getting the approval already whilst waiting for the ACS Assessment (which would take 3 months at least).
What's the impact of getting rejected a State Sponsorship? Can I reapply again if I get denied?
Thanks.</blockquote>
Hello @jflucena... ๐
I am not sure about the speed up processing for Victoria if you have been previously issued a 457 visa... i did not see this in their official website... www.liveinvictoria.vic.gov.au... if you go through the sponsorship route.. then you still need to have a skills assessment.. language ability... i think ma-speed up lang cguro ang nomination mo since you have australian work experience.. which is additional points for you sa EOI mo... kung yung skill mo naman is in the SOL... kahit d na siguro mag state sponsorship pasok ka na... good luck po on your application.. ๐