General Skilled Immigration Visa - Step By Step Process
most recent by whimpee
Australian Computer Society Skills Application
most recent by mathilde9
most recent by mathilde9
Western Australia Immigration Matters FY 2024-2025
most recent by fmp_921
most recent by future_is_bright
AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP TIMELINE
most recent by chewy
VICTORIA STATES SPONSORSHIP 2024-2025
most recent by rainmaker
Ph Vacation with One Month Visa Validity
most recent by Ozdrims
The longest running Pinoy-Australian Forum site in the history. We are connecting Pinoys "in" and "to" Australia since 2010! If you want to join in, click one of these buttons!
Comments
Joined: Dec 21, 2021
Yes we will proceed naman getting approved the 491 nomination. Thinking lang if worth it pa ba to retake english test and try our chances pa sa 189/190.
POINTS BREAKDOWN and JOB CODE
ANZSCO Code : 261311 - Analyst Programmer
Points : 65
Age : 25 | Education : 15 | Work : 10| English IELTS : 0 | State/Territory Nomination: 15
Main Applicant : Husband
Location : SG
****TIMELINE****
2024
Jan-09-2024 - 491 SA Visa Grant
2023
May 01, 2023 - PCC submitted
Apr 13, 2023 Lodged Visa 491 SA (65 pts)
Feb 27, 2023 - 491 SA State Nomination Approval and ITA from Skillselect
Jan 24, 2023 - SA Nomination Submitted
Jan 12, 2023 -Pre Invite (SA 491)
Jan 04, 2023 - EOI for 491 SA
2022
Dec 2022 - Positive Results on ACS
Sep 2022 : ACS Application Submitted
2021
Dec 2021 - Signed Service Agreement with Migration Agent
Sep 2021 - Main applicant IELTS
Joined: Aug 19, 2022
If time permits and money is not an issue, even you lodged your 491, it is worth to lodge 189/190 pag na invite since its direct path to PR.
Occupation: CIVIL ENGINEER
Points: SC189-75/SC190-80/SC491-90
EOI: Nov 2021
ROI: Aug 2022
Patiently waiting for Gods' perfect timing
Joined: May 11, 2021
@anacaf said:
Joined: Jun 10, 2022
Hi. Ask ko lng po kung magkakaproblem ako kung may existing Tourist Visa ako then magaapply ako ng 189, 190?
Joined: Nov 04, 2022
Hindi dapat. Tourist visa is temporary lang naman.
491 Visa: Human Resource Adviser - 223111 (80 points) | Age: 15 | English: 10 | Work: 15 | Education : 15 | Partner : 10 | Nomination: 15
09 Aug 2016 - VETASSESS Initial, Positive
03 Jan 2020 - VETASSESS Reassessment, Positive
29 Jan 2020 - EOI submitted for 491 (NSW) - 65 pts
10 Feb 2020 - IELTS, Proficient
15 Feb 2020 - EOI updated - 75 pts
18 Jan 2022 - VETASSESS Renewal
14 Oct 2022 - EOI submitted for 491 (NSW) - 80 pts
10 Nov 2022 - Pre-invite received from NSW, applied on the same day
18 Nov 2022 - NSW Nomination approved
21 Nov 2022 - 491 Visa Lodged
22 Nov 2022 - Submitted Forms 80 and 1221
25 Nov 2022 - Medical exam and Biometrics
6 Dec 2022 - Additional medical check requested for 1 dependent
3 Jan 2023 - Complete health clearance
5 Jun 2023 - Immi Assessment Commenced email received
20 Jul 2023 - Visa Grant
Joined: Jun 10, 2022
makakapag apply na kasi ako before August for 491,189,190. Kaso may planned visit tlga ako sa Australia sa August to watch World Cup.
heto na research ko
"When applying for a Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) or a Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) in Australia, the Department of Home Affairs assesses whether you meet the eligibility criteria for the visa. This includes demonstrating your genuine intention to live and work in Australia on a permanent basis.
If your current tourist visa has conditions that limit your activities or restrict you from engaging in work-related activities, it may be seen as an indicator that your intention is not to stay in Australia permanently. In this case, the Department of Home Affairs may question your eligibility for a skilled visa and your application may be rejected.
Similarly, if your current tourist visa is close to expiring, it may be more difficult for you to demonstrate your genuine intention to stay in Australia for the long-term. In this case, the Department of Home Affairs may ask for additional information or documentation to support your eligibility for a skilled visa.
Therefore, it's important to consider the impact of your current tourist visa on your eligibility for a skilled visa before applying. It's advisable to consult with a registered migration agent for specific advice on your situation."
how true?
and kung may mga naka experience ng same situation pacomment nlng po.
Posts: 783Member
Joined: Mar 08, 2022
Hi! Would you have the source/link for this?
The phrasing to me seems like it applies to onshore applicants who, for some reason, hold a tourist visa? I've seen one or two cases of people having lived in Australia for years and then holding a tourist visa (not sure why, maybe to extend their stay), or using it as an unofficial "bridging" visa, or as a means to another visa, if that makes sense.
The tourist visa typically restricts any work-related activities, as its main purpose is for leisure. So afaik, wala dapat problema. But hope someone can shed some more light on this if I'm wrong!
212415 - Technical Writer | Offshore, PH | With agent | Age: 30 | English: 20 | Work: 0 | Qualification: 15 | Single: 10 | NAATI: 5 | Total: 80+5 for SC190 | Granted 190 NSW
2020
December 5: Started consulting with agents
2021
March 5: Hiatus
2022
February 28: Resumed my application
June 16: PTE - Started studying on my own (Used Pearson mock tests and APEUni)
June 21: PTE - Booked my exam
June 23: VETASSESS - Submitted my application
June 24: VETASSESS - Status "Lodged"
August 26: PTE - Exam at Trident Makati
August 30: PTE - Results: SUPERIOR (LRSW 90) - Read my study/exam tips
September 14: NAATI CCL - Booked my exam
November 26: NAATI CCL - Exam
November 30: VETASSESS - Requested for updated reference letter
December 7: VETASSESS - Submitted updated reference letter
December 16: VETASSESS - Result - POSITIVE ASSESSMENT!
December 22: NAATI CCL - Results - Passed (77.5/90) - Just took the CCL cram course
December 23: EOI - Lodged 190 for VIC and NSW
2023
January 6: Submitted petition for correction of birth certificate (just in case)
January 10: STATE NOM - Received pre-invite from NSW for 190 TYL / Discontinued VIC ROI
January 23: STATE NOM - Submitted nomination application to NSW
January 24: Received ITA from NSW for 190 visa first thing in the morning tears of joy
February 17: Lodged 190 visa application / Scheduled my medicals at St. Luke's BGC
March 4: First-time visit to Melbourne and Sydney
March 13: Medicals
March 17: Police clearance
March 21: Medicals cleared
April 5: Uploaded corrected birth certificate (TYL, my LCRO was efficient)
October 16: Received commencement email
December 28: PR VISA GRANT
Joined: Jun 10, 2022
This is sent by a friend.
"As a holder of an existing but used and not yet expired Australian tourist visa while living outside of Australia, you are eligible to apply for a Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) or a Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190). However, having a used and not yet expired tourist visa may be seen as an indication that you have recently been in Australia, which may impact your eligibility for a skilled visa."
sana may mag comment pa na iba with similar exp
Posts: 972Member
Joined: Sep 11, 2016
What stage are you in sa PR process? Nag lodge ka na ba ng EOI or nainvite ka na?
233411 Electronics Engineer (Age-30, Educ-15,English proficiency-20, NAATI - 5, Single, - 10 Relative sponsorship - 15)
95 pts total
2017
June 3, 2017 = Graduated from College
July 8, 2017 = Took IELTS GT
July 21, 2017 = received IELTS results (LRWS = 8/9/7.5/7)
August 11, 2017 = Lodged EA assessment (Fast track)
September 6, 2017 = Received positive EA assessment, lodged EOI (489 Family sponsored - 60 pts)
September 21, 2017 = Took PTE exam
September 22, 2017 = Received PTE results (LRSW- 90/90/90/90), lodged 189 EOI (60 pts), updated 489 FS EOI (70 pts)
September 26, 2017 = Lodged 190 EOI (NSW) 65 pts
2018
1 year wait... still no EOI invite. Decided to pursue student visa instead
Course: Cert IV and Diploma - Work Health and Safety (DNA Kingston)
October 15, 2018 = offer letter from school
November 8, 2018 = Medical exam (St. Lukes)
November 20, 2018 = Paid for tuition
Novemeber 28, 2018 = Received COE
December 2, 2018 = Lodged visa, after 1 min, granted!
2019
Feb 4 2019 = arrived to Perth
2020
Jan 2020 = Age increased to 30 pts
Jan 20 2020 = Took NAATI
Jan 26 2020 = Results for NAATI (passed) +5 pts
Jan 27 2020 = lodged EOI 491 Family
Feb 10 2020 = invited finally!
Oct 8 2020 = 491 granted
2023
Oct 8 2023 = 191 Lodged
Oct 30 2023 = 191 granted
Joined: Jul 12, 2020
Hi.
EOI pa lng.
Kasi may lakad tlga ako this year sa Australia to watch FIFA Women’s World Cup. Baka maapektuhan kasi skilled visa application ko kung may existing tourist visa ako.
Posts: 972Member
Joined: Sep 11, 2016
You mean lodged palang EOI mo? Ok lang yan hindi issue ang pagpunta sa tourist sa PR. Basehan naman sa PR is if mababackup mo yung points na claimed mo. Di ka naman nagvviolate ng kahit anong rule pag nagbakasyon ka dito.
233411 Electronics Engineer (Age-30, Educ-15,English proficiency-20, NAATI - 5, Single, - 10 Relative sponsorship - 15)
95 pts total
2017
June 3, 2017 = Graduated from College
July 8, 2017 = Took IELTS GT
July 21, 2017 = received IELTS results (LRWS = 8/9/7.5/7)
August 11, 2017 = Lodged EA assessment (Fast track)
September 6, 2017 = Received positive EA assessment, lodged EOI (489 Family sponsored - 60 pts)
September 21, 2017 = Took PTE exam
September 22, 2017 = Received PTE results (LRSW- 90/90/90/90), lodged 189 EOI (60 pts), updated 489 FS EOI (70 pts)
September 26, 2017 = Lodged 190 EOI (NSW) 65 pts
2018
1 year wait... still no EOI invite. Decided to pursue student visa instead
Course: Cert IV and Diploma - Work Health and Safety (DNA Kingston)
October 15, 2018 = offer letter from school
November 8, 2018 = Medical exam (St. Lukes)
November 20, 2018 = Paid for tuition
Novemeber 28, 2018 = Received COE
December 2, 2018 = Lodged visa, after 1 min, granted!
2019
Feb 4 2019 = arrived to Perth
2020
Jan 2020 = Age increased to 30 pts
Jan 20 2020 = Took NAATI
Jan 26 2020 = Results for NAATI (passed) +5 pts
Jan 27 2020 = lodged EOI 491 Family
Feb 10 2020 = invited finally!
Oct 8 2020 = 491 granted
2023
Oct 8 2023 = 191 Lodged
Oct 30 2023 = 191 granted
Joined: Jul 12, 2020
What if bigla ako na Invite within the year? And di pa expired tourist visa ko? Or possible di maninvite dahil may existing visa? Or need i bridge? Hmmm
Posts: 972Member
Joined: Sep 11, 2016
Pwede ka mainvite kahit may existing visa ka. SV ako before then nainvite ako sa 491 wala naman problema granted naman. Found this on the immi page.
233411 Electronics Engineer (Age-30, Educ-15,English proficiency-20, NAATI - 5, Single, - 10 Relative sponsorship - 15)
95 pts total
2017
June 3, 2017 = Graduated from College
July 8, 2017 = Took IELTS GT
July 21, 2017 = received IELTS results (LRWS = 8/9/7.5/7)
August 11, 2017 = Lodged EA assessment (Fast track)
September 6, 2017 = Received positive EA assessment, lodged EOI (489 Family sponsored - 60 pts)
September 21, 2017 = Took PTE exam
September 22, 2017 = Received PTE results (LRSW- 90/90/90/90), lodged 189 EOI (60 pts), updated 489 FS EOI (70 pts)
September 26, 2017 = Lodged 190 EOI (NSW) 65 pts
2018
1 year wait... still no EOI invite. Decided to pursue student visa instead
Course: Cert IV and Diploma - Work Health and Safety (DNA Kingston)
October 15, 2018 = offer letter from school
November 8, 2018 = Medical exam (St. Lukes)
November 20, 2018 = Paid for tuition
Novemeber 28, 2018 = Received COE
December 2, 2018 = Lodged visa, after 1 min, granted!
2019
Feb 4 2019 = arrived to Perth
2020
Jan 2020 = Age increased to 30 pts
Jan 20 2020 = Took NAATI
Jan 26 2020 = Results for NAATI (passed) +5 pts
Jan 27 2020 = lodged EOI 491 Family
Feb 10 2020 = invited finally!
Oct 8 2020 = 491 granted
2023
Oct 8 2023 = 191 Lodged
Oct 30 2023 = 191 granted
Posts: 783Member
Joined: Mar 08, 2022
I also have an active TV and a visit to Australia. Wala namang niraise sakin ang agent ko, despite disclosing this already, and from the DHA website this shouldn't be an issue. https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/entering-and-leaving-australia/travelling-and-your-visa/travel-while-your-visa-is-being-processed
212415 - Technical Writer | Offshore, PH | With agent | Age: 30 | English: 20 | Work: 0 | Qualification: 15 | Single: 10 | NAATI: 5 | Total: 80+5 for SC190 | Granted 190 NSW
2020
December 5: Started consulting with agents
2021
March 5: Hiatus
2022
February 28: Resumed my application
June 16: PTE - Started studying on my own (Used Pearson mock tests and APEUni)
June 21: PTE - Booked my exam
June 23: VETASSESS - Submitted my application
June 24: VETASSESS - Status "Lodged"
August 26: PTE - Exam at Trident Makati
August 30: PTE - Results: SUPERIOR (LRSW 90) - Read my study/exam tips
September 14: NAATI CCL - Booked my exam
November 26: NAATI CCL - Exam
November 30: VETASSESS - Requested for updated reference letter
December 7: VETASSESS - Submitted updated reference letter
December 16: VETASSESS - Result - POSITIVE ASSESSMENT!
December 22: NAATI CCL - Results - Passed (77.5/90) - Just took the CCL cram course
December 23: EOI - Lodged 190 for VIC and NSW
2023
January 6: Submitted petition for correction of birth certificate (just in case)
January 10: STATE NOM - Received pre-invite from NSW for 190 TYL / Discontinued VIC ROI
January 23: STATE NOM - Submitted nomination application to NSW
January 24: Received ITA from NSW for 190 visa first thing in the morning tears of joy
February 17: Lodged 190 visa application / Scheduled my medicals at St. Luke's BGC
March 4: First-time visit to Melbourne and Sydney
March 13: Medicals
March 17: Police clearance
March 21: Medicals cleared
April 5: Uploaded corrected birth certificate (TYL, my LCRO was efficient)
October 16: Received commencement email
December 28: PR VISA GRANT
Joined: Jul 12, 2020
Similar din kaya kung mauna tourist visa ko?
Considered na pa na waiting for decision ung EOI?
Pwede pa share nung link? Ty
Posts: 972Member
Joined: Sep 11, 2016
Wala pa bearing yang EOI kasi di ka pa naman nainvite. As in di pa yan nagmamatter. Pag visa lodged na then that's when you think about such. Don't be worried about things na wala naman dapat ikaworry haha
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/entering-and-leaving-australia/travelling-and-your-visa/travel-while-your-visa-is-being-processed
233411 Electronics Engineer (Age-30, Educ-15,English proficiency-20, NAATI - 5, Single, - 10 Relative sponsorship - 15)
95 pts total
2017
June 3, 2017 = Graduated from College
July 8, 2017 = Took IELTS GT
July 21, 2017 = received IELTS results (LRWS = 8/9/7.5/7)
August 11, 2017 = Lodged EA assessment (Fast track)
September 6, 2017 = Received positive EA assessment, lodged EOI (489 Family sponsored - 60 pts)
September 21, 2017 = Took PTE exam
September 22, 2017 = Received PTE results (LRSW- 90/90/90/90), lodged 189 EOI (60 pts), updated 489 FS EOI (70 pts)
September 26, 2017 = Lodged 190 EOI (NSW) 65 pts
2018
1 year wait... still no EOI invite. Decided to pursue student visa instead
Course: Cert IV and Diploma - Work Health and Safety (DNA Kingston)
October 15, 2018 = offer letter from school
November 8, 2018 = Medical exam (St. Lukes)
November 20, 2018 = Paid for tuition
Novemeber 28, 2018 = Received COE
December 2, 2018 = Lodged visa, after 1 min, granted!
2019
Feb 4 2019 = arrived to Perth
2020
Jan 2020 = Age increased to 30 pts
Jan 20 2020 = Took NAATI
Jan 26 2020 = Results for NAATI (passed) +5 pts
Jan 27 2020 = lodged EOI 491 Family
Feb 10 2020 = invited finally!
Oct 8 2020 = 491 granted
2023
Oct 8 2023 = 191 Lodged
Oct 30 2023 = 191 granted
Posts: 1,005Member, Moderator
Joined: Sep 13, 2019
Adding onto this, even at the visa application stage, dont worry too much especially TV lang rin naman yung meron kang visa haha!
DIY all the way. Avoid preachy, know-it-all, and unscrupulous agents AT ALL COSTS!
"We must look for ways to be an active force in our own lives. We must take charge of our own destinies, design a life of substance and truly begin to live our dreams." - Les Brown
261312 (Developer Programmer) - Main | 261111 (ICT Business Analyst) - Wife
189 (95), 190 (100)
2023
14 Nov | BIG MOVE
01 Nov | HIRED | First day of work. Remote working arrangement from SG
--- Trying my luck at job hunting while in Singapore and BM planning on the side ---
19 Apr | Direct Visa Grant | What a journey... JUST GRATEFUL!
2022 - Pandemic Eases Off
17 Nov | Medical Test Clearance
15 Nov | Medical Test
03 Nov | EOI #4, #6 | 189 Withdrawn, 190 NSW Withdrawn
03 Nov | Visa Application | 190 VIC --- THE REAL WAITING GAME BEGINS!!!
31 Oct | ITA | 190 VIC | never thought this day would come!!! T.T good decision to defer NSW nomination.
27 Oct | Pre-ITA | 190 NSW --- sabi nila, when it rains, it pours!!!
26 Oct | Nomination Application | 190 VIC
26 Oct | Pre-ITA | 190 VIC --- one step closer, sa wakas, PADAYON!!!
21 Oct | EOI #4, #5 + ROI, #6 DoE | 189, 190 VIC, 190 NSW
21 Oct | ACS Assessment (Wife) Renewal - Suitable
xx Mar| EOI#1, #2, #3 | 189 Expired, 190 NSW Expired, 190 VIC Expired
2021 - Pandemic Still
25 Sep | ACS Assessment (Main) Renewal - Suitable
01 Feb | EOI#4 DoE | 189
2020 - Pandemic
19 Aug | EOI#1, #2, #3 DoE | 189, 190 NSW, 190 VIC
30 Jul | NAATI CCL Online Test | Result: Passed
09 Mar | PTE (Wife) | Results: L90 R80 S90 W82 (Superior)
19 Feb | PTE (Main) | Results: L90 R83 S90 W82 (Superior)
12 Feb | ACS Assessment (Wife) - Suitable | Expired
2019
24 Oct | ACS Assessment (Main) - Suitable | Expired
2018
--- Tons of research, document collection and other necessary preparations ---
01 Sep | The Beginning | Had the chance to visit Oz, and immediately fell in love with it!
Joined: Jul 12, 2020
Thank you sa inyo. As an engineer dapat plantsado na lahat at advance tlga ako mag isip hahahahaha. Nasanay lng. Thanks ulit. Tuloy ang world cup
Posts: 972Member
Joined: Sep 11, 2016
Good mindset yan! Better to be overequipped than lacking. Enjoy your trip!
233411 Electronics Engineer (Age-30, Educ-15,English proficiency-20, NAATI - 5, Single, - 10 Relative sponsorship - 15)
95 pts total
2017
June 3, 2017 = Graduated from College
July 8, 2017 = Took IELTS GT
July 21, 2017 = received IELTS results (LRWS = 8/9/7.5/7)
August 11, 2017 = Lodged EA assessment (Fast track)
September 6, 2017 = Received positive EA assessment, lodged EOI (489 Family sponsored - 60 pts)
September 21, 2017 = Took PTE exam
September 22, 2017 = Received PTE results (LRSW- 90/90/90/90), lodged 189 EOI (60 pts), updated 489 FS EOI (70 pts)
September 26, 2017 = Lodged 190 EOI (NSW) 65 pts
2018
1 year wait... still no EOI invite. Decided to pursue student visa instead
Course: Cert IV and Diploma - Work Health and Safety (DNA Kingston)
October 15, 2018 = offer letter from school
November 8, 2018 = Medical exam (St. Lukes)
November 20, 2018 = Paid for tuition
Novemeber 28, 2018 = Received COE
December 2, 2018 = Lodged visa, after 1 min, granted!
2019
Feb 4 2019 = arrived to Perth
2020
Jan 2020 = Age increased to 30 pts
Jan 20 2020 = Took NAATI
Jan 26 2020 = Results for NAATI (passed) +5 pts
Jan 27 2020 = lodged EOI 491 Family
Feb 10 2020 = invited finally!
Oct 8 2020 = 491 granted
2023
Oct 8 2023 = 191 Lodged
Oct 30 2023 = 191 granted
Joined: Mar 10, 2016
Likely they > @chocobo said:
This is visa consort I think you are better off asking another agent qualified to give you advice to challenge the information I provided you vs asking people from the forum.
FYI, to be a qualified migration agent one has to study a post grad course in Australian immigration law and practice… it just doesn’t make sense to verify from members in this forum the information you have gathered from our free consultation…it would be more appropriate to ask a fellow qualified registered agent as likely the advice you will get is pretty much accurate.
Let me clarify your #2 as it seems that you had a different interpretation of the information I provided. I think you are confused with the difference between EOI and visa application.
EOI is not a visa application. You can lodge your EOI with at least 50 points if you choose 491 as your preferred visa subclass since you’ll get 15 points automatically. Hence the total points you will be able to claim is 65 which makes you eligible a visa 491.
Your interpretation of my advice just made me look like I gave you the wrong advice…please be careful on what you post. I have given you 30 minutes of my time to explain things to you only to be put in a not so positive light.
With regards to your #3, I can tell you already what you have researched is wrong….but again this is really up to you whether you will heed the information you got from Google vs information you have gathered from a registered migration agent with over 10 years experience, a post grad qualification in Australian immigration law and has a professional library of legislations related to Australian immigration…all the best…I hope you find the right guidance.
Joined: Jun 10, 2022
Hi Rhea
My apologies for the confusion.
1. What I meant is the general description of "Visa Consort" not you. Not sure kung Visa Consort tlga tawag sa tumutulong sa visa application. May kausap din kasi ako ibang "Visa consort" na iba pinapagawa sakin. I am just getting more info.
Joined: Mar 10, 2016
Visa consort is a registered company name in the UK. I think you are referring to a migration agent. Visa consort is not a generic term referred to someone who assists a visa applicant. They are called migration agent.
There is nothing wrong to enquire and seek opinion here but when you put words into my mouth about your #2 comment, this makes it all wrong because your interpretation of my advice during the 30 minute free consultation you had with me is totally wrong. In no way I would advise you that you can apply for a 491 visa with 55 points. That makes me look like an incompetent immigration consultant. Do know that you can get actually into trouble legally for writing such a thing which never even happened and could damage one’s reputation aka libel. The worst part here is I gave you 30 minutes of my free time out of goodwill only to be misinterpreted and be posted on a forum with such an advice which didn’t even occur.
Anyway, thanks for reaching out via my work email to apologise. I appreciate the effort but would be great if you can kindly retract/correct what you have posted about Visa Consort/my advice. Next time be careful what you post. I am active in this forum because I want to help in my own little way and keep this forum alive by giving some professional perspective.
Joined: Jun 10, 2022
Hi Everyone and Ms.Rhea
I just want to clarify and correct my previous post especially item #2.
I would like to extend my sincerest apologies for the mistake I made while quoting Visa Consort in my previous post quoted above. I posted my own interpretation not the actual statement from Visa Consort. It was a careless error on my part, and I am truly sorry for any confusion or misinterpretation that it may have caused. I understand the importance of accurately representing someone's words and thoughts, and I failed to do so in this instance. I take full responsibility for my mistake and I am committed to making it right. I will make sure to thoroughly verify all quotes in the future to avoid any similar errors. Again, I apologize for any inconvenience or frustration that this may have caused and I will do everything in my power to rectify the situation."
Joined: Mar 10, 2016
Thank you for clarifying and owning up to it.
Posts: 335Member
Joined: Feb 05, 2023
Any recent NSW 190 grants?
I saw this from immi:
Previously published points scores and work experience guides for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) have been removed due to increased availability of the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) by the Department of Home Affairs.
Posts: 783Member
Joined: Mar 08, 2022
I believe yan yung statement nila (ng NSW state, not immigration) nung ni-remove na nila yung points and work experience requirement a few months ago para sa state nomination (190). Before kasi nyan, earlier in this financial year, may criteria si NSW for EOI selection/invitation. For example, for Job A, need ng 85 points and 2 years of experience. Ngayon wala na. Since then, mukhang bumawi na si NSW sa paulan ng invites
Saw lots of people get their 190 NSW grants recently sa Facebook groups, specifically this one:
212415 - Technical Writer | Offshore, PH | With agent | Age: 30 | English: 20 | Work: 0 | Qualification: 15 | Single: 10 | NAATI: 5 | Total: 80+5 for SC190 | Granted 190 NSW
2020
December 5: Started consulting with agents
2021
March 5: Hiatus
2022
February 28: Resumed my application
June 16: PTE - Started studying on my own (Used Pearson mock tests and APEUni)
June 21: PTE - Booked my exam
June 23: VETASSESS - Submitted my application
June 24: VETASSESS - Status "Lodged"
August 26: PTE - Exam at Trident Makati
August 30: PTE - Results: SUPERIOR (LRSW 90) - Read my study/exam tips
September 14: NAATI CCL - Booked my exam
November 26: NAATI CCL - Exam
November 30: VETASSESS - Requested for updated reference letter
December 7: VETASSESS - Submitted updated reference letter
December 16: VETASSESS - Result - POSITIVE ASSESSMENT!
December 22: NAATI CCL - Results - Passed (77.5/90) - Just took the CCL cram course
December 23: EOI - Lodged 190 for VIC and NSW
2023
January 6: Submitted petition for correction of birth certificate (just in case)
January 10: STATE NOM - Received pre-invite from NSW for 190 TYL / Discontinued VIC ROI
January 23: STATE NOM - Submitted nomination application to NSW
January 24: Received ITA from NSW for 190 visa first thing in the morning tears of joy
February 17: Lodged 190 visa application / Scheduled my medicals at St. Luke's BGC
March 4: First-time visit to Melbourne and Sydney
March 13: Medicals
March 17: Police clearance
March 21: Medicals cleared
April 5: Uploaded corrected birth certificate (TYL, my LCRO was efficient)
October 16: Received commencement email
December 28: PR VISA GRANT
Posts: 7Member
Joined: Oct 02, 2022
Ang Invitation to Apply (ITA) sa visa 491 ay based sa demand ng mga skills sa isang particular na region sa Australia. Ang mga point na ibinibigay sa isang aplikante ay nag-depende sa kanilang occupation at iba pang factors tulad ng age, language proficiency, at work experience.
Hangga't hindi pa napapahayag ng Department of Home Affairs ng Australia ang anumang pormal na anunsyo tungkol sa pagbibigay ng mga ITAs sa mga aplikante sa visa 491, hindi maaring sabihin kung may chance ka na magkaron ng 80 points na score.
Ang pinakamabuting solusyon ay suriin ang kanilang website para sa anumang update sa programa at mag-submit ng aplikasyon kung nag-meet ka sa mga requirement.
If you have need more info visit the website: https://www.atlantisvisas.com.au/work/skilled-employer-sponsored-regional-subclass-191-visa
Joined: Mar 10, 2016
As long as one meets the minimum eligibility points of 65 - whether it’s 189, 190 or 491, there’s always a chance. Especially these days, it’s raining invites on our cases. We’ve had clients get invited at 65 points. Just get yourself out there, exhaust all possible visa options. 491 (state nomination stream) is not even subject to points priority which means candidates are chosen based on the selection criteria of the state, therefore getting the highest points is not the be all and end all.
Posts: 229Member
Joined: Oct 28, 2020
invitation round ng WA now.. who got invitation?
Occupation: 23321 Civil Engineer (Offshore Applicant)
Points: SC189-75/SC190-80 (VIC & NSW)
28 March 2023: Heal Assessment-Health Clearance Provided
25 March 2023: Medical Exam Done
17 March 2023: Visa Lodge SC 190
02 March 2023: Received Nomination Approval NSW and ITA from DOHA
15 Feb 2023: Received Pre-invitation from NSW
11 Dec 2022: Submitted EOI for SC 190 NSW & VIC and SC 189
15 Nov 2022: Received Skill Assessment From Engr Aus-Prof Eng
10 Oct 2022: Submitted Standard CDR to Engr Aus for Skill Assessment
09 May 2022: PTE Exam Result Proficient Score
Joined: Mar 10, 2016
One thing to consider for this stratetegy is if whilst waiting, you get an invite for 190, you will be asked if you’ve applied/been granted a nomination for/from another state. Your answer will be yes which will not benefit your 190 nomination application since your credibility to genuinely want to move to that state is questionable. As an agent, I wouldn’t advise to do such thing. Not a smart move at all. When you apply for a nomination, best to stick to it.