Hi All,
I am pleased to see everyone being up to date with the 1 July changes. For those concerned with retaking the IELTS, if its any consolation, DIAC are in the process of changing the validity period from 2 years to 3 years.
I went to the Skills Select seminar last week and it seems that this new program will nevertheless have some "teething" problems as with any new programs being implemented. However, they seem to be trying their best to address any issues raised by migration agents to be able to better service their clients.
It should be noted that they are still addressing the issue on what to do if applicants are relying on the extra points for state sponsorship to obtain the pass mark. The issue is you are unable to submit an EOI unless you hit the pass mark. But then you have to submit an EOI to be selected by State Sponsor. Catch 22
will let you know when we know more.
Thanks
Seek Migration