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  • hard2handlehard2handle Melbourne
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    Hi, All!

    Buhayin ko lang po itong thread. Any inputs naman po please re sending things (used personal items) from Pinas to Aus (Melbourne in particular).

    Isip kasi namin ng wife ko dalhin ang mga pwedeng madala na sure naman magagamit sa Aus para less gastos especially on a tight budget. This is kung di magkasya sa ibibigay na baggage allowance ng IOM whether 40-60kgs each passenger pa. Mga items we're thinking are comforter, mga handed-down winter jackets. We're thinking bagging and vacuuming them to save space. Pero ang main consideration parin is what if mag-excess sa 60kgs each... Any suggested seafreight/airfreight company please?

    Thank you.
  • JCsantosJCsantos Sydney
    Posts: 1,416Member, Moderator
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    Hi, All!

    Buhayin ko lang po itong thread. Any inputs naman po please re sending things (used personal items) from Pinas to Aus (Melbourne in particular).

    Isip kasi namin ng wife ko dalhin ang mga pwedeng madala na sure naman magagamit sa Aus para less gastos especially on a tight budget. This is kung di magkasya sa ibibigay na baggage allowance ng IOM whether 40-60kgs each passenger pa. Mga items we're thinking are comforter, mga handed-down winter jackets. We're thinking bagging and vacuuming them to save space. Pero ang main consideration parin is what if mag-excess sa 60kgs each... Any suggested seafreight/airfreight company please?

    Thank you.
    I reckon its not worth bringing comforter here its really bulky ... anyway the best way and the cheapest way is through philpost ...

    through philpost as others have mentioned it will cost you 8k PHP that is 200$

    going through local store here it you can but at least 3-4 of them for the same price

    http://shop.target.com.au/search?text=quilt

    http://www.kmart.com.au/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Search?catalogId=10001&storeId=10701&langId=-1&pageSize=72&currentPage=1&beginIndex=0&sType=SimpleSearch&resultCatEntryType=2&ip_navtype=search&sortBy=p_MaxPrice|1&searchKeywords=quilt

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  • nfrondanfronda Perth
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    thanks sa info sis. yan din tanong ko, ano mangyayari if magbakasyon sa pinas? need pa ba kumuha ng cfo pag nagbakasyon ka?

    Hehehehe Sir po ako. ;-) wait po tayo sa sagot ng mga kaibigan natin dito.

    wala pa naka try nito.. pero eto ang nasa FAQs ng CFO website:

    How can Filipinos residing or working outside the Philippines, and holding immigrant visa or permanent residence status register with CFO? Do they need to return to the Philippines for the registration?

    Filipinos residing or working outside the Philippines whose immigrant or residence visas were issued abroad may avail of the remote (on-line registration or by facsimile). Only those residing or working outside the Philippines whose immigrant or permanent residence visas are issued abroad may avail of this registration.
    @lock_code2004, so applicable pla sakin to kasi dito ko sa AUS nakuha ung PR ko at kailangan ba talaga to? Ung dad same din kami ng visa ngaun but nung umuwi sya ng Pinas last year hndi sya ngpatatak sa CFO at wla naman naging problema..

    06-01-11: Arrived Australia (457 visa dependent on my dad)
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    28-06-12: Done Medical check
    30-10-12: Submit AFP check
    07-11-12: Went home on a bridging visa B for holiday and wedding..:)
    12-01-13: CO allocated and nomination approved
    18-01-13: CO asked documents of my husband to be included on my application as migrating dependent..Thank u LORD!
    15-02-13: Husband completed all requirements (police check, medical, english requirements and joint statement)
    15-02-13: CO issued pre-grant letter instructing hubby to apply tourist visa to enter Australia in order our 857 visa to be granted.
    27-02-13: Hubby applied Subclass 676 tourist visa.
    06-03-13: Hubby's tourist visa approved.
    16-03-13: Hubby arrived Australia.
    18-03-13: Our RSMS 857 visa granted.. (nothing to ask more)

  • hard2handlehard2handle Melbourne
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    Thank you @JCsantos!

    Will keep that in mind. Per Phlpost site (meron pala hehe), 15kgs ang for P8,000+. Sige will sift through our things after getting IOM baggage allowance and then decide.
  • hard2handlehard2handle Melbourne
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    What about VEVO po?

    Per grant letter, we are to call 131 881 to set up a password since we don't have a TRN. Upon further checking at DIAC website, this number is to be called if from within Aus. Did any of you made the overseas call to VEVO or called to set up the password via Aus Embassy in Makati instead?
  • rolly04rolly04 Bundoora
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    @hard2handle you can use visa grant number instead of TRN. Check your grant letter if there's a visa grant number indicated there.

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  • ObiObi Melbourne
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    Matumal sila mag-entertain kapag nandito ka pa ah. Puro unsuccessful yung mga sinubmitan ko sa seek.

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  • lock_code2004lock_code2004 Perth
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    @lock_code2004, so applicable pla sakin to kasi dito ko sa AUS nakuha ung PR ko at kailangan ba talaga to? Ung dad same din kami ng visa ngaun but nung umuwi sya ng Pinas last year hndi sya ngpatatak sa CFO at wla naman naging problema..

    yeah.. wala naman nga problema... at wala pa rin naka experience dito sa forum nag mag paregister hehe... ;)

    Sep 24, 2011 - IELTS (L-8 R-8 W-8 S-7.5 : OBS-8)
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  • hard2handlehard2handle Melbourne
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    @hard2handle you can use visa grant number instead of TRN. Check your grant letter if there's a visa grant number indicated there.
    Jahe! Salamat @rolly04! Yung medicals kasi naming dati di ko din ma-check online ang status kasi wala akong TRN (that or di ko din nakita ng maayos) kaya I never bothered checking the VEVO site. Nakita ko na po using our Visa Grant Number.
  • hard2handlehard2handle Melbourne
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    Tama din po ba ang intinde ko na since we are on a Provisional Resident Visa, we are not required to get CFO dahil it is only "for those permanently leaving the country"?

    Our provisional visa is only for 3years but we can apply for Permanent Residency upon completion of the required 1yr work and 2 years stay in the designated area.

    Sayang talaga ang pera pambaon at oras.
  • TasBurrfootTasBurrfoot Osaka
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    Tama din po ba ang intinde ko na since we are on a Provisional Resident Visa, we are not required to get CFO dahil it is only "for those permanently leaving the country"?

    Our provisional visa is only for 3years but we can apply for Permanent Residency upon completion of the required 1yr work and 2 years stay in the designated area.

    Sayang talaga ang pera pambaon at oras.
    To be honest, money is not an issue sa CFO; how much does it cost ba? P300 perhaps? That is just less than $8; not enough to buy you a meal here in Melbourne.

    Pero when you speak of time, sayang talaga!!

    Clarify your situation with people from CFO itself; mahirap na if you happen to find otherwise at the very last minute; yan ang sayang sa pera...

    Primary Applicant: Wife
    Accountant (General): 221111

    04 Aug 2012 - IELTS (Academic Module)
    07 Aug 2012 - IELTS (Academic Module) Speaking Part
    17 Aug 2012 - IELTS Results (L: 8.5 R: 8.5 W: 7.0 S: 7.5 OBS: 8.0)
    24 Aug 2012 - CPAA Submitted (docs mailed same day via SG EMS)
    25 Sep 2012 - Received +Skills Assessment from CPAA
    25 Sep 2012 - Lodged EOI Application with 70pts
    30 Sep 2012 - Invited by DIAC to apply for 189 Visa
    01 Oct 2012 - Submitted 189 Visa Application
    20 Oct 2012 - Medical Examinations
    23 Oct 2012 - CO Assigned; Team 7 - SA
    05 Nov 2012 - Submitted SG PCC and NBI Clearance
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    03 Apr 2013 - Flight to MEL
    03 Jun 2013 - started work
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  • hard2handlehard2handle Melbourne
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    Salamat @TasBurrfoot. I was considering the fee, toll gate (from Laguna), gas, parking at of course food so definitely more than P300 hehe.

    But yes, you are right. I have already sent e-mail to CFO. Try ko muna ang e-mail para sure para I have something written at baka iba-iba ang sagot pag tawag lang hehe.

    Thanks again!
  • mhejmhej Sydney
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    Guys, can anyone here provide the process on how to get the visa stamp/labeled on our passports? Hindi ako masyadong secured/confident sa label-free system. Lalo't nasa Pilipinas tayo. Mahirap na. It presents an opportunity for corruption, IMO.

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  • kulotskikulotski Melbourne
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    @TasBurrfoot
    hello po. SIA with miles ka din pala.Same tayo.

    Your additional payment na Php7500 is very good compared to ours, roughly SGD490, but di pa namin tinuloy ung pg book, kc gusto lng namin mg estimate, May pa nmn plano namin. 30Kg ung baggage allowance namin.

    Ung 7,500 mo is sa surcharge and taxes na po ba un? Bakit kaya ang layo ng difference sa payment?
    TIA

    Main applicant
    Nominated Occupation: Software Programmer (261313)
    12 March 2013 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment
    06 April 2013 - IELTS Exam
    19 April 2013 - IELTS Results L:8.0 R:7.5 W:7.0 S:8.5 OB: 8.0
    09 May 2013 - ACS Suitable
    09 May 2013 - Submitted EOI with 65 pts
    14 May 2013 - Resubmitted EOI with 60 pts
    15 July 2013 - Received Invite to lodge visa
    17 July 2013 - Lodge visa 189
    24 July 2013 - Medicals
    27 July 2013 - Medicals uploaded
    11 Sept 2013 - CO Assigned (Brisbane Team 23)
    03 Oct 2013 - SG PCC collection
    11 Oct 2013 - Visa Grant! :D
    30 Mar 2014 - IED Sydney
    28 Jul 2014 - relocated & start work in Melourne

  • TasBurrfootTasBurrfoot Osaka
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    @TasBurrfoot
    hello po. SIA with miles ka din pala.Same tayo.

    Your additional payment na Php7500 is very good compared to ours, roughly SGD490, but di pa namin tinuloy ung pg book, kc gusto lng namin mg estimate, May pa nmn plano namin. 30Kg ung baggage allowance namin.

    Ung 7,500 mo is sa surcharge and taxes na po ba un? Bakit kaya ang layo ng difference sa payment?
    TIA
    Yup surcharges and taxes... for 2 pax na iyon. Am not sure why mahal sa inyo though. but ours was only 20kg na baggage allowance.

    Primary Applicant: Wife
    Accountant (General): 221111

    04 Aug 2012 - IELTS (Academic Module)
    07 Aug 2012 - IELTS (Academic Module) Speaking Part
    17 Aug 2012 - IELTS Results (L: 8.5 R: 8.5 W: 7.0 S: 7.5 OBS: 8.0)
    24 Aug 2012 - CPAA Submitted (docs mailed same day via SG EMS)
    25 Sep 2012 - Received +Skills Assessment from CPAA
    25 Sep 2012 - Lodged EOI Application with 70pts
    30 Sep 2012 - Invited by DIAC to apply for 189 Visa
    01 Oct 2012 - Submitted 189 Visa Application
    20 Oct 2012 - Medical Examinations
    23 Oct 2012 - CO Assigned; Team 7 - SA
    05 Nov 2012 - Submitted SG PCC and NBI Clearance
    06 Nov 2012 - Visa Granted (IED: 23/10/2013)
    03 Apr 2013 - Flight to MEL
    03 Jun 2013 - started work
    12 Jun 2013 - wife started work
    15 Jun 2016 - applied for citizenship
    29 Jul 2016 - citizenship examination
    20 Oct 2016 - Aussie, Aussie, Aussie Oi Oi Oi!!

  • TasBurrfootTasBurrfoot Osaka
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    @kulotski - if I were you, kunin mo na yang SQ; it is not everyday you get to land in australia as a first time migrant. total, meron naman yang miles ninyo, might as well do it with class... ;)

    Primary Applicant: Wife
    Accountant (General): 221111

    04 Aug 2012 - IELTS (Academic Module)
    07 Aug 2012 - IELTS (Academic Module) Speaking Part
    17 Aug 2012 - IELTS Results (L: 8.5 R: 8.5 W: 7.0 S: 7.5 OBS: 8.0)
    24 Aug 2012 - CPAA Submitted (docs mailed same day via SG EMS)
    25 Sep 2012 - Received +Skills Assessment from CPAA
    25 Sep 2012 - Lodged EOI Application with 70pts
    30 Sep 2012 - Invited by DIAC to apply for 189 Visa
    01 Oct 2012 - Submitted 189 Visa Application
    20 Oct 2012 - Medical Examinations
    23 Oct 2012 - CO Assigned; Team 7 - SA
    05 Nov 2012 - Submitted SG PCC and NBI Clearance
    06 Nov 2012 - Visa Granted (IED: 23/10/2013)
    03 Apr 2013 - Flight to MEL
    03 Jun 2013 - started work
    12 Jun 2013 - wife started work
    15 Jun 2016 - applied for citizenship
    29 Jul 2016 - citizenship examination
    20 Oct 2016 - Aussie, Aussie, Aussie Oi Oi Oi!!

  • kulotskikulotski Melbourne
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    @TasBurrfoot
    at ngayon ko lang na realize, dalawa kc kami haha so roughly we are at the same price lng din pala hehe

    Main applicant
    Nominated Occupation: Software Programmer (261313)
    12 March 2013 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment
    06 April 2013 - IELTS Exam
    19 April 2013 - IELTS Results L:8.0 R:7.5 W:7.0 S:8.5 OB: 8.0
    09 May 2013 - ACS Suitable
    09 May 2013 - Submitted EOI with 65 pts
    14 May 2013 - Resubmitted EOI with 60 pts
    15 July 2013 - Received Invite to lodge visa
    17 July 2013 - Lodge visa 189
    24 July 2013 - Medicals
    27 July 2013 - Medicals uploaded
    11 Sept 2013 - CO Assigned (Brisbane Team 23)
    03 Oct 2013 - SG PCC collection
    11 Oct 2013 - Visa Grant! :D
    30 Mar 2014 - IED Sydney
    28 Jul 2014 - relocated & start work in Melourne

  • kulotskikulotski Melbourne
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    @TasBurrfoot
    Ay for 2 person pala ung 7500 mo.

    but anyways, parang kunin nga nlng namin. As u said, land in style hehe thanks po sa inputs, greatly appreciated :-)

    Main applicant
    Nominated Occupation: Software Programmer (261313)
    12 March 2013 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment
    06 April 2013 - IELTS Exam
    19 April 2013 - IELTS Results L:8.0 R:7.5 W:7.0 S:8.5 OB: 8.0
    09 May 2013 - ACS Suitable
    09 May 2013 - Submitted EOI with 65 pts
    14 May 2013 - Resubmitted EOI with 60 pts
    15 July 2013 - Received Invite to lodge visa
    17 July 2013 - Lodge visa 189
    24 July 2013 - Medicals
    27 July 2013 - Medicals uploaded
    11 Sept 2013 - CO Assigned (Brisbane Team 23)
    03 Oct 2013 - SG PCC collection
    11 Oct 2013 - Visa Grant! :D
    30 Mar 2014 - IED Sydney
    28 Jul 2014 - relocated & start work in Melourne

  • TasBurrfootTasBurrfoot Osaka
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    @kulotski - not a problem...

    OT but 3 tips I can give you if ever you take SQ:

    (1) Once you book call their customer service hotline and ask for extra baggage allowance by virtue of being a first time migrant. I did this previously and they gave me 5 kilos additional per pax; all that was needed was to provide a copy of the grant letter.

    (2) Book a flight on a A380 jumbo jet - best place I have ever tried!! :)

    (3) If you do #3; book a seat in the 2nd storey of the jet... Better space!! And in the back side of the plane, 2-4-2 and configuration. It will be very conducive for those travelling in pairs.

    Book now, konti lang available seats for mile redemptions!!

    Primary Applicant: Wife
    Accountant (General): 221111

    04 Aug 2012 - IELTS (Academic Module)
    07 Aug 2012 - IELTS (Academic Module) Speaking Part
    17 Aug 2012 - IELTS Results (L: 8.5 R: 8.5 W: 7.0 S: 7.5 OBS: 8.0)
    24 Aug 2012 - CPAA Submitted (docs mailed same day via SG EMS)
    25 Sep 2012 - Received +Skills Assessment from CPAA
    25 Sep 2012 - Lodged EOI Application with 70pts
    30 Sep 2012 - Invited by DIAC to apply for 189 Visa
    01 Oct 2012 - Submitted 189 Visa Application
    20 Oct 2012 - Medical Examinations
    23 Oct 2012 - CO Assigned; Team 7 - SA
    05 Nov 2012 - Submitted SG PCC and NBI Clearance
    06 Nov 2012 - Visa Granted (IED: 23/10/2013)
    03 Apr 2013 - Flight to MEL
    03 Jun 2013 - started work
    12 Jun 2013 - wife started work
    15 Jun 2016 - applied for citizenship
    29 Jul 2016 - citizenship examination
    20 Oct 2016 - Aussie, Aussie, Aussie Oi Oi Oi!!

  • kulotskikulotski Melbourne
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    @TasBurrfoot
    Oooiii, really? Extra 5kg per pax? Big deal na tlga to ah! Salamat ng marami. Will definitely try this. I never considered the type of plane haha this is great. Tnxtnx again :-)

    Main applicant
    Nominated Occupation: Software Programmer (261313)
    12 March 2013 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment
    06 April 2013 - IELTS Exam
    19 April 2013 - IELTS Results L:8.0 R:7.5 W:7.0 S:8.5 OB: 8.0
    09 May 2013 - ACS Suitable
    09 May 2013 - Submitted EOI with 65 pts
    14 May 2013 - Resubmitted EOI with 60 pts
    15 July 2013 - Received Invite to lodge visa
    17 July 2013 - Lodge visa 189
    24 July 2013 - Medicals
    27 July 2013 - Medicals uploaded
    11 Sept 2013 - CO Assigned (Brisbane Team 23)
    03 Oct 2013 - SG PCC collection
    11 Oct 2013 - Visa Grant! :D
    30 Mar 2014 - IED Sydney
    28 Jul 2014 - relocated & start work in Melourne

  • GoodLuckAUGoodLuckAU Melbourne
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    edited December 2013
    I reckon its not worth bringing comforter here its really bulky ... anyway the best way and the cheapest way is through philpost ...
    Comment lang ako cos im also planning to bring everything I can - yung comforter and other "stuffed" clothing - pwede naman i-vacuum wrap para mag-shrink to at least 1/2 of its size. May nabibili sa fairprice - it helps to make your clothes and beddings compact.

    261313 (Software Engineer)
    24 April 2013 - ACS Skills Assessment
    27 April 2013 - IELTS (L:9 R:8 W:8 S:8.5)
    10 May 2013 - Submit EOI
    19 May 2013 - Invitation to Apply
    30 May 2013 - 189 Visa Application Lodged
    06 June 2013 - Medicals done
    07 Aug 2013 - CO Allocated (Brisbane T34)
    13 Aug 2013 - SG COC Application
    19 Aug 2013 - Included fiance in visa application as migrating dependent
    27 Aug 2013 - Fiance Medicals and SG COC Application
    03 Sept 2013 - SG COC Collection
    17 Sept 2013 - Fiance SG COC Collection
    17 Sept 2013 - VISA GRANT!!!!

  • kulotskikulotski Melbourne
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    hi guys, did u also consider using sako bag?

    Madali kc bitbitin, mai handle na, comes in different size, light weight din.
    Doubtful kc ako baka madaling masira.
    But mga clothes and blankets lng nmn ilalagay ko dun, nothing breakable.

    what do u think?

    Main applicant
    Nominated Occupation: Software Programmer (261313)
    12 March 2013 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment
    06 April 2013 - IELTS Exam
    19 April 2013 - IELTS Results L:8.0 R:7.5 W:7.0 S:8.5 OB: 8.0
    09 May 2013 - ACS Suitable
    09 May 2013 - Submitted EOI with 65 pts
    14 May 2013 - Resubmitted EOI with 60 pts
    15 July 2013 - Received Invite to lodge visa
    17 July 2013 - Lodge visa 189
    24 July 2013 - Medicals
    27 July 2013 - Medicals uploaded
    11 Sept 2013 - CO Assigned (Brisbane Team 23)
    03 Oct 2013 - SG PCC collection
    11 Oct 2013 - Visa Grant! :D
    30 Mar 2014 - IED Sydney
    28 Jul 2014 - relocated & start work in Melourne

  • staycoolstaycool Sydney
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    i think sako bags are practical pero considering na magiging mabigat sya pag nalagyan ng maraming laman, inconvenient lang magdala dala...though may mga carts naman sa airport...pero still, I tried to consider sako bags yun nga lang, problema ang pagbibitbit...lagyan kaya natin ng gulong?? :D
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  • bluemistbluemist Sydney
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    hello po, ask ko lang po for those with kids and for enrollment sa school. Ano po kailangan kong immunization documents ng kid for submission to medicare? Para ma register ko sa immunization register, which is a school requirement? TIA :)

    Nov 2012 ACS Assessment positive results (analyst programmer)
    Dec 2012 IELTS results
    July 4, 2013 Sent docs thru courier (door to door)
    July 8, 2013 received ack letter from nsw
    July 29, 2013 received skillselect invitation
    July 31, 2013 received ss approval
    Aug 11, 2013 lodged visa
    Aug 22, 2013 medicals slec global (uploaded: Aug 24 Son; Aug 27 wife; Aug 28 primary applicant)
    Sept 2, 2013 completed upload of docs including NBI clearances, Forms 80 and 1221
    Sept. 12, 2013 CO assigned from Adelaide (Team 6, MB)
    Sept. 13, 2013 (Uploaded additional docs: diploma of secondary applicant)
    Sept 18, 2013 medicals referred to MOC according to CO
    Sept 24, 2013 medicals finalised
    Sept 25, 2013 visa grant (IED Aug 23, 2014)! Thank you Lord! :)

    Do your best and God will do the rest

  • TasBurrfootTasBurrfoot Osaka
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    hi guys, did u also consider using sako bag?

    Madali kc bitbitin, mai handle na, comes in different size, light weight din.
    Doubtful kc ako baka madaling masira.
    But mga clothes and blankets lng nmn ilalagay ko dun, nothing breakable.

    what do u think?
    not a good idea i reckon as these breaks easily... kung masira ito, mahirap na...

    Primary Applicant: Wife
    Accountant (General): 221111

    04 Aug 2012 - IELTS (Academic Module)
    07 Aug 2012 - IELTS (Academic Module) Speaking Part
    17 Aug 2012 - IELTS Results (L: 8.5 R: 8.5 W: 7.0 S: 7.5 OBS: 8.0)
    24 Aug 2012 - CPAA Submitted (docs mailed same day via SG EMS)
    25 Sep 2012 - Received +Skills Assessment from CPAA
    25 Sep 2012 - Lodged EOI Application with 70pts
    30 Sep 2012 - Invited by DIAC to apply for 189 Visa
    01 Oct 2012 - Submitted 189 Visa Application
    20 Oct 2012 - Medical Examinations
    23 Oct 2012 - CO Assigned; Team 7 - SA
    05 Nov 2012 - Submitted SG PCC and NBI Clearance
    06 Nov 2012 - Visa Granted (IED: 23/10/2013)
    03 Apr 2013 - Flight to MEL
    03 Jun 2013 - started work
    12 Jun 2013 - wife started work
    15 Jun 2016 - applied for citizenship
    29 Jul 2016 - citizenship examination
    20 Oct 2016 - Aussie, Aussie, Aussie Oi Oi Oi!!

  • kulotskikulotski Melbourne
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    @TasBurrfoot
    @staycool

    Salamat sa feedback.
    I won't use it nlng but i'm still planning to bring a couple pra sa possible moves dun na sa AU. For sure lipat2x kmi nito from rented room to rented house to purhased house? *libreng mangarap* hahaha

    Main applicant
    Nominated Occupation: Software Programmer (261313)
    12 March 2013 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment
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  • jaypjayp Melbourne
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    Joined: Sep 06, 2013
    hello po, ask ko lang po for those with kids and for enrollment sa school. Ano po kailangan kong immunization documents ng kid for submission to medicare? Para ma register ko sa immunization register, which is a school requirement? TIA :)
    Hi bluemist, base on recent experience, we brought our kids baby books including a certification from our Ph pedia. I had it photocopied (cost mo 10 aud at auspost) and certified (for free) at a Justice of Peace here. When we went to the clinic (they're the ones who'll send the records to the immunisation registry) all they did is just check the baby books and thats it. So dont bother certifying it. Just bring records that will show your kids immunisation.

    Hope this helps.

  • jaypjayp Melbourne
    Posts: 31Member
    Joined: Sep 06, 2013
    hi guys, did u also consider using sako bag?

    Madali kc bitbitin, mai handle na, comes in different size, light weight din.
    Doubtful kc ako baka madaling masira.
    But mga clothes and blankets lng nmn ilalagay ko dun, nothing breakable.

    what do u think?
    Hi kulotski, my tips are:
    1. kung may kids kayo, don't bother bringing a lot of hand carries. Hassle sa pagbuhat yan. Di naman magbubuhat mga bata e.

    2. You can use the balikbayan box, just buy at Kultura the balikbayan box "bag". It has handles too so it can easily be transferred. The box is only 120 pesos and the bag is only 1000. Cheaper and lighter than any large luggage but downside is you'll need trolley. Since check in sya, i think its just okay. Meron din balikbayan box bag na may wheels but i dont its practical pa...

    3. Use DHL instead of philpost, i only paid 7.5k for a 25kilo box. Its faster and safer.
  • jaypjayp Melbourne
    Posts: 31Member
    Joined: Sep 06, 2013
    @StickyNote @rguez06 @JCsantos salamat po sa mga response ninyo :)

    saan po kayo nakabili ng balikbayan box bag? TIA po uli. :)
    2. You can use the balikbayan box, just buy at Kultura the balikbayan box "bag". It has handles too so it can easily be transferred. The box is only 120 pesos and the bag is only 1000. Cheaper and lighter than any large luggage but downside is you'll need trolley. Since check in sya, i think its just okay. Meron din balikbayan box bag na may wheels but i dont its practical pa...
  • jaypjayp Melbourne
    Posts: 31Member
    Joined: Sep 06, 2013
    repost ko lang.. since napag uusapan na rin about fares
    guys need help..
    i checked with iom and they provided me a quote for two
    exhange rate of 43.80
    USD416 x 2 = USD 832 (PHP36.441.60)
    Travel tax incl phil tax = PHP19, 878 (PHP 9,939 / person)

    total of PHP36,441.60 + PHP19,878 = PHP56,319.60

    Tama po ba ito? parang ang mahal. esp dun sa travel tax?

    please share your thoughts po. For Feb 2014 fare.
    That is way too expensive! Kami PAL, around 80k, 3 adults, 2 kids 1 infant. Yung infant with seat pa yun ha...
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