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Posts: 1,085Member, De-activated
Joined: Jan 24, 2013
2013-Jan : Decided to pursue my OZ dream
2013-Nov : 1st Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-6.5;W-7.5;S-7.5
2014-Mar : 2nd Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-8.5;W-6.5;S-7.5
Pahinga muna. Sakit sa puso at bulsa!
2015-May : 1st PTE-A @ Bright Center: L-85;R-70;S-45;W-90
2015-May : 2nd PTE-A @Bright Center; L-90;R-70;S-47; W-90
2015-July : 3rd PTE-A @Pearson: L-90;R-77;S-83; W-90
2015-July 20 - Lodged docs to Vetassess
2015-Oct 1: VET Positive outcome
2015-Oct 1: Submitted EOI 190 visa to NSW (55+5)
2015-Oct 4: Submitted EOI 190 visa to QLD (55+5)
2015-Oct 5: QLD responded, rejected 190 due to change in occupation list but offered ITA for 489 visa instead
2015-Nov 2: DIBP points adjusted to 60+5 (due to additional 1 year working experience)
2015-Nov 26: ITA for SS NSW
2015-Nov 28: Submitted SS application
2015-Dec 17: SS Approved + Received 190 ITA
2015-Dec 23: Lodged 190
2016-Jan 5: Medical @ Nationwide (Php5,600 na ang fee!!)
2016-Jan 8: Medical Clearance Provided - no action required (Thank you Lord!)
2016-Jan 18: Applied for Driving SP and Direct Visa Grant!!! (Thank You Lord!)
2016-Jan 26: PDOS @ CFO Manila + Enrolled at A1 Driving
2016-Mar 14: BIG MOVE!:)
PRAY HARD, WORK HARDER!
Compilation of tips/resources/stories for PTE Academic Preparation: pteacademicreview.wordpress.com
Template or "cheat sheet" as called by many: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1OZBrQj0i5LWU1EYVZTaDF4VzA/view?usp=sharing
sana po makatulong.. God bless!
Posts: 1,085Member, De-activated
Joined: Jan 24, 2013
Kapit lang mga kapatid.. basta if there are other ways to further increase your points, do it now to increase your chances of getting an invite.
...and by the way, we are organising a meet-up/gatherings for all pinoyau member here in Manila.. wala pa specific date and place.. pero most probably, this Feb na po all are welcome.. you can view the thread here:
http://pinoyau.info/discussion/5909/manila-eb-all-welcome-with-ongoing-applications-with-visa-grants-nearing-their-big-move-etc#latest
thanks po
2013-Jan : Decided to pursue my OZ dream
2013-Nov : 1st Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-6.5;W-7.5;S-7.5
2014-Mar : 2nd Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-8.5;W-6.5;S-7.5
Pahinga muna. Sakit sa puso at bulsa!
2015-May : 1st PTE-A @ Bright Center: L-85;R-70;S-45;W-90
2015-May : 2nd PTE-A @Bright Center; L-90;R-70;S-47; W-90
2015-July : 3rd PTE-A @Pearson: L-90;R-77;S-83; W-90
2015-July 20 - Lodged docs to Vetassess
2015-Oct 1: VET Positive outcome
2015-Oct 1: Submitted EOI 190 visa to NSW (55+5)
2015-Oct 4: Submitted EOI 190 visa to QLD (55+5)
2015-Oct 5: QLD responded, rejected 190 due to change in occupation list but offered ITA for 489 visa instead
2015-Nov 2: DIBP points adjusted to 60+5 (due to additional 1 year working experience)
2015-Nov 26: ITA for SS NSW
2015-Nov 28: Submitted SS application
2015-Dec 17: SS Approved + Received 190 ITA
2015-Dec 23: Lodged 190
2016-Jan 5: Medical @ Nationwide (Php5,600 na ang fee!!)
2016-Jan 8: Medical Clearance Provided - no action required (Thank you Lord!)
2016-Jan 18: Applied for Driving SP and Direct Visa Grant!!! (Thank You Lord!)
2016-Jan 26: PDOS @ CFO Manila + Enrolled at A1 Driving
2016-Mar 14: BIG MOVE!:)
PRAY HARD, WORK HARDER!
Compilation of tips/resources/stories for PTE Academic Preparation: pteacademicreview.wordpress.com
Template or "cheat sheet" as called by many: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1OZBrQj0i5LWU1EYVZTaDF4VzA/view?usp=sharing
sana po makatulong.. God bless!
Posts: 2,274Member, Moderator
Joined: Mar 30, 2013
Assessed Occupation: Industrial Engineer (IE 233511)
Achieved Goal: Australia PR (Permanent Resident). Thanks God!
...sharpening my core gifts now...
...working on new, better goals...
Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. ~Luke 6:28~
Posts: 1,085Member, De-activated
Joined: Jan 24, 2013
all are welcome.. may visa grant man or wala pa.. as long as iisa lang tayo ng pangarap.. to live and work in the land down under.. hehehe..
see u all soon po sa mga interested!
2013-Jan : Decided to pursue my OZ dream
2013-Nov : 1st Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-6.5;W-7.5;S-7.5
2014-Mar : 2nd Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-8.5;W-6.5;S-7.5
Pahinga muna. Sakit sa puso at bulsa!
2015-May : 1st PTE-A @ Bright Center: L-85;R-70;S-45;W-90
2015-May : 2nd PTE-A @Bright Center; L-90;R-70;S-47; W-90
2015-July : 3rd PTE-A @Pearson: L-90;R-77;S-83; W-90
2015-July 20 - Lodged docs to Vetassess
2015-Oct 1: VET Positive outcome
2015-Oct 1: Submitted EOI 190 visa to NSW (55+5)
2015-Oct 4: Submitted EOI 190 visa to QLD (55+5)
2015-Oct 5: QLD responded, rejected 190 due to change in occupation list but offered ITA for 489 visa instead
2015-Nov 2: DIBP points adjusted to 60+5 (due to additional 1 year working experience)
2015-Nov 26: ITA for SS NSW
2015-Nov 28: Submitted SS application
2015-Dec 17: SS Approved + Received 190 ITA
2015-Dec 23: Lodged 190
2016-Jan 5: Medical @ Nationwide (Php5,600 na ang fee!!)
2016-Jan 8: Medical Clearance Provided - no action required (Thank you Lord!)
2016-Jan 18: Applied for Driving SP and Direct Visa Grant!!! (Thank You Lord!)
2016-Jan 26: PDOS @ CFO Manila + Enrolled at A1 Driving
2016-Mar 14: BIG MOVE!:)
PRAY HARD, WORK HARDER!
Compilation of tips/resources/stories for PTE Academic Preparation: pteacademicreview.wordpress.com
Template or "cheat sheet" as called by many: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1OZBrQj0i5LWU1EYVZTaDF4VzA/view?usp=sharing
sana po makatulong.. God bless!
Posts: 440Member
Joined: Jan 24, 2014
Accountant (221111)
Mar 2014 IELTS Davao L7.5 R7 S8 W6.5
Dec 2015 Discovered PTE
5 Jan 16 PTE - L82 R84 S71 W83
2 Feb 16 CPAA Positive assessment, EOI 60, NSW 65
4 Feb 16 PTE - L88 R76 S65 W90
22 Feb 16 PTE - L84 R74 S49 W90
29 May16 EOI update 65, NSW 70
16 Jun 16 PTE - L80 R83 S61 W90
20 Sep 16 PTE - L86 R83 S74 W90
2 Mar 17 PTE - L90 R90 S87 W90
4 Mar 17 EOI update 75, NSW 80
15 Mar 17 ITA received
31 Mar 17 Medicals cleared (primary and dependents)
12 Apr 17 Lodged 189 VISA
22 Apr 17 VISA grant DG
1 Nov 17 Big Move (Whyalla, south au)
6 nov 17. 1st day of work
In God's time..
Posts: 322Member
Joined: Jan 26, 2015
ANZSCO 312211
Aug 12, 2015 VETASSESS Online Application (810Aud)
Oct 28, 2015 Positive Result from VETASSESS
Nov 22, 2015 IELTS band 6 -
Nov 24, 2015 Submitted EOI -Visa 190 - 55pts (+5 ss NSW)
Dec 3, 2015 Received ITA
Dec 5, 2015 Submitted for NSW State Nomination (300Aud)
Jan 19, 2016 Approved SS + Received ITA for visa190
Jan 31, 2016 Medical exam
Feb 6, 2016 Medical cleared
Feb 8, 2016 (AEST) lodged Visa 190 (6368Aud)
submitted all documents with wife,child
https://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Visa-1/190-/Skilled-Nominated-visa-(subclass-190)-document-checklist
Feb 19, 2016 submitted form80
Feb 29, 2016 DIRECT GRANT VISA
"Ask the Lord, to bless your plans, and you will be successful in carrying them out." Proverbs 16:3
Posts: 1,413Member, Moderator
Joined: Mar 11, 2015
Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189: ANZSCO 233512 Mechanical Engineer
Feb. 12, 2016 - Begin PTE-A review & booked exam at Trident
Mar. 21, 2016 - PTE academic Exam Result PASSED
(L:66, R:73, S:80, W:67); Thank you Lord!
LINK http://pinoyau.info/discussion/4233/pte-academic/p156
Mar. 28, 2016 - Agent updated EOI. Awaiting next round of 189
April 7, 2016 - Received NSW invite (Visa 190)
April 13, 2016 - Received 189 invite (8:56 AM). Thank you Lord!
May 21, 2016 - VISA fee paid to MA. DIBP application received
May 25, 2016 - NBI clearance certificate forwarded to MA
May 30, 2016 - 1st CO contact, Team Adelaide (Medicals asked)
May 31, 2016 - SLEC medical exams with family. Thank you Lord!
June 1, 2016 - Submit to agent CO request (Wife's NBI, Medicals)
June 7, 2016 - Youngest son undergone x-ray at SLEC (2nd visit)
June 14, 2016 - ALL family members "COMPLETED" status to DIBP on medicals
June 29, 2016 - 2nd CO contact. Requested FORM 815 for son.
August 4, 2016 VISA GRANT thank you LORD
August 19, 2016 - PDOS at CFO
October 26, 2016 - Flight to Sydney (then, fly to Western Australia)
http://ozbound.goodtimelines.com/timeline/ticker/jedh_g
Dec. 8, 2016 - Reunited with whole family at Perth
March 15, 2017 - Landed my first job in WA as pressure vessel inspector (Engineering & Mfg Tradesperson job class)
JOSHUA 1:9 - I command you. Be strong and steadfast!
Do not fear nor be dismayed for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.
Posts: 379Member
Joined: Nov 06, 2015
Skilled-Independent Visa Subclass 189
Medical Laboratory Scientist 234611
2/2014- Decided to pursue my OZ dream
3/2014- IELTS L-7.5 R-8.0 S-7.0 W-6.5
-Submitted all docs for skill assessment
4/2014- Positive SA as Medical Lab Technician
9/2014- AIMS examination for Medical Lab Scientist
11/2014- Got the result and passed it!!!
1/2015- IELTS L-7.0 R-9.0 S-7.5 W-6.5
took some time off in my application processs
1/5/16- PTE L-76 R-68 S-81 W-73
1/9/16- EIO submitted for NSW state nomination.
- waiting for ITA
5/21- Updated EOI. Applied for 189 & 190 Visa
5/24- ITA for visa 189! Thank you Lord
6/2- Applied for NBI clearance
With Hit!!! same with husband
6/3- preparing other docs
6/7- Applied for CEMI
6/10- Got our NBI clearance
6/17- Medicals at Nationwide Davao
6/23-Health clearance provided
6/30- Lodged visa 189
6/30- Attached docs except form 80
7/29- CO contact asking for form 815
8/1- submitted form 815
8/30- Visa granted!!! Thank you, Lord!
Posts: 440Member
Joined: Jan 24, 2014
Hi grl @iam_juju thank u,good luck sa atin sna feb my ita na dn B-)
Accountant (221111)
Mar 2014 IELTS Davao L7.5 R7 S8 W6.5
Dec 2015 Discovered PTE
5 Jan 16 PTE - L82 R84 S71 W83
2 Feb 16 CPAA Positive assessment, EOI 60, NSW 65
4 Feb 16 PTE - L88 R76 S65 W90
22 Feb 16 PTE - L84 R74 S49 W90
29 May16 EOI update 65, NSW 70
16 Jun 16 PTE - L80 R83 S61 W90
20 Sep 16 PTE - L86 R83 S74 W90
2 Mar 17 PTE - L90 R90 S87 W90
4 Mar 17 EOI update 75, NSW 80
15 Mar 17 ITA received
31 Mar 17 Medicals cleared (primary and dependents)
12 Apr 17 Lodged 189 VISA
22 Apr 17 VISA grant DG
1 Nov 17 Big Move (Whyalla, south au)
6 nov 17. 1st day of work
In God's time..
Posts: 1,413Member, Moderator
Joined: Mar 11, 2015
Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189: ANZSCO 233512 Mechanical Engineer
Feb. 12, 2016 - Begin PTE-A review & booked exam at Trident
Mar. 21, 2016 - PTE academic Exam Result PASSED
(L:66, R:73, S:80, W:67); Thank you Lord!
LINK http://pinoyau.info/discussion/4233/pte-academic/p156
Mar. 28, 2016 - Agent updated EOI. Awaiting next round of 189
April 7, 2016 - Received NSW invite (Visa 190)
April 13, 2016 - Received 189 invite (8:56 AM). Thank you Lord!
May 21, 2016 - VISA fee paid to MA. DIBP application received
May 25, 2016 - NBI clearance certificate forwarded to MA
May 30, 2016 - 1st CO contact, Team Adelaide (Medicals asked)
May 31, 2016 - SLEC medical exams with family. Thank you Lord!
June 1, 2016 - Submit to agent CO request (Wife's NBI, Medicals)
June 7, 2016 - Youngest son undergone x-ray at SLEC (2nd visit)
June 14, 2016 - ALL family members "COMPLETED" status to DIBP on medicals
June 29, 2016 - 2nd CO contact. Requested FORM 815 for son.
August 4, 2016 VISA GRANT thank you LORD
August 19, 2016 - PDOS at CFO
October 26, 2016 - Flight to Sydney (then, fly to Western Australia)
http://ozbound.goodtimelines.com/timeline/ticker/jedh_g
Dec. 8, 2016 - Reunited with whole family at Perth
March 15, 2017 - Landed my first job in WA as pressure vessel inspector (Engineering & Mfg Tradesperson job class)
JOSHUA 1:9 - I command you. Be strong and steadfast!
Do not fear nor be dismayed for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.
Posts: 440Member
Joined: Jan 24, 2014
Accountant (221111)
Mar 2014 IELTS Davao L7.5 R7 S8 W6.5
Dec 2015 Discovered PTE
5 Jan 16 PTE - L82 R84 S71 W83
2 Feb 16 CPAA Positive assessment, EOI 60, NSW 65
4 Feb 16 PTE - L88 R76 S65 W90
22 Feb 16 PTE - L84 R74 S49 W90
29 May16 EOI update 65, NSW 70
16 Jun 16 PTE - L80 R83 S61 W90
20 Sep 16 PTE - L86 R83 S74 W90
2 Mar 17 PTE - L90 R90 S87 W90
4 Mar 17 EOI update 75, NSW 80
15 Mar 17 ITA received
31 Mar 17 Medicals cleared (primary and dependents)
12 Apr 17 Lodged 189 VISA
22 Apr 17 VISA grant DG
1 Nov 17 Big Move (Whyalla, south au)
6 nov 17. 1st day of work
In God's time..
Posts: 379Member
Joined: Nov 06, 2015
Skilled-Independent Visa Subclass 189
Medical Laboratory Scientist 234611
2/2014- Decided to pursue my OZ dream
3/2014- IELTS L-7.5 R-8.0 S-7.0 W-6.5
-Submitted all docs for skill assessment
4/2014- Positive SA as Medical Lab Technician
9/2014- AIMS examination for Medical Lab Scientist
11/2014- Got the result and passed it!!!
1/2015- IELTS L-7.0 R-9.0 S-7.5 W-6.5
took some time off in my application processs
1/5/16- PTE L-76 R-68 S-81 W-73
1/9/16- EIO submitted for NSW state nomination.
- waiting for ITA
5/21- Updated EOI. Applied for 189 & 190 Visa
5/24- ITA for visa 189! Thank you Lord
6/2- Applied for NBI clearance
With Hit!!! same with husband
6/3- preparing other docs
6/7- Applied for CEMI
6/10- Got our NBI clearance
6/17- Medicals at Nationwide Davao
6/23-Health clearance provided
6/30- Lodged visa 189
6/30- Attached docs except form 80
7/29- CO contact asking for form 815
8/1- submitted form 815
8/30- Visa granted!!! Thank you, Lord!
Posts: 440Member
Joined: Jan 24, 2014
Accountant (221111)
Mar 2014 IELTS Davao L7.5 R7 S8 W6.5
Dec 2015 Discovered PTE
5 Jan 16 PTE - L82 R84 S71 W83
2 Feb 16 CPAA Positive assessment, EOI 60, NSW 65
4 Feb 16 PTE - L88 R76 S65 W90
22 Feb 16 PTE - L84 R74 S49 W90
29 May16 EOI update 65, NSW 70
16 Jun 16 PTE - L80 R83 S61 W90
20 Sep 16 PTE - L86 R83 S74 W90
2 Mar 17 PTE - L90 R90 S87 W90
4 Mar 17 EOI update 75, NSW 80
15 Mar 17 ITA received
31 Mar 17 Medicals cleared (primary and dependents)
12 Apr 17 Lodged 189 VISA
22 Apr 17 VISA grant DG
1 Nov 17 Big Move (Whyalla, south au)
6 nov 17. 1st day of work
In God's time..
Posts: 1,085Member, De-activated
Joined: Jan 24, 2013
2013-Jan : Decided to pursue my OZ dream
2013-Nov : 1st Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-6.5;W-7.5;S-7.5
2014-Mar : 2nd Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-8.5;W-6.5;S-7.5
Pahinga muna. Sakit sa puso at bulsa!
2015-May : 1st PTE-A @ Bright Center: L-85;R-70;S-45;W-90
2015-May : 2nd PTE-A @Bright Center; L-90;R-70;S-47; W-90
2015-July : 3rd PTE-A @Pearson: L-90;R-77;S-83; W-90
2015-July 20 - Lodged docs to Vetassess
2015-Oct 1: VET Positive outcome
2015-Oct 1: Submitted EOI 190 visa to NSW (55+5)
2015-Oct 4: Submitted EOI 190 visa to QLD (55+5)
2015-Oct 5: QLD responded, rejected 190 due to change in occupation list but offered ITA for 489 visa instead
2015-Nov 2: DIBP points adjusted to 60+5 (due to additional 1 year working experience)
2015-Nov 26: ITA for SS NSW
2015-Nov 28: Submitted SS application
2015-Dec 17: SS Approved + Received 190 ITA
2015-Dec 23: Lodged 190
2016-Jan 5: Medical @ Nationwide (Php5,600 na ang fee!!)
2016-Jan 8: Medical Clearance Provided - no action required (Thank you Lord!)
2016-Jan 18: Applied for Driving SP and Direct Visa Grant!!! (Thank You Lord!)
2016-Jan 26: PDOS @ CFO Manila + Enrolled at A1 Driving
2016-Mar 14: BIG MOVE!:)
PRAY HARD, WORK HARDER!
Compilation of tips/resources/stories for PTE Academic Preparation: pteacademicreview.wordpress.com
Template or "cheat sheet" as called by many: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1OZBrQj0i5LWU1EYVZTaDF4VzA/view?usp=sharing
sana po makatulong.. God bless!
Posts: 1,413Member, Moderator
Joined: Mar 11, 2015
Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189: ANZSCO 233512 Mechanical Engineer
Feb. 12, 2016 - Begin PTE-A review & booked exam at Trident
Mar. 21, 2016 - PTE academic Exam Result PASSED
(L:66, R:73, S:80, W:67); Thank you Lord!
LINK http://pinoyau.info/discussion/4233/pte-academic/p156
Mar. 28, 2016 - Agent updated EOI. Awaiting next round of 189
April 7, 2016 - Received NSW invite (Visa 190)
April 13, 2016 - Received 189 invite (8:56 AM). Thank you Lord!
May 21, 2016 - VISA fee paid to MA. DIBP application received
May 25, 2016 - NBI clearance certificate forwarded to MA
May 30, 2016 - 1st CO contact, Team Adelaide (Medicals asked)
May 31, 2016 - SLEC medical exams with family. Thank you Lord!
June 1, 2016 - Submit to agent CO request (Wife's NBI, Medicals)
June 7, 2016 - Youngest son undergone x-ray at SLEC (2nd visit)
June 14, 2016 - ALL family members "COMPLETED" status to DIBP on medicals
June 29, 2016 - 2nd CO contact. Requested FORM 815 for son.
August 4, 2016 VISA GRANT thank you LORD
August 19, 2016 - PDOS at CFO
October 26, 2016 - Flight to Sydney (then, fly to Western Australia)
http://ozbound.goodtimelines.com/timeline/ticker/jedh_g
Dec. 8, 2016 - Reunited with whole family at Perth
March 15, 2017 - Landed my first job in WA as pressure vessel inspector (Engineering & Mfg Tradesperson job class)
JOSHUA 1:9 - I command you. Be strong and steadfast!
Do not fear nor be dismayed for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.
Posts: 171Member
Joined: Jul 19, 2015
Occupation: External Auditor
April 2015 - IELTS academic
June 23, 2015 - ICAA assessment
July 15, 2015 - Received result from ICAA 'not suitable' due to finance (8/9)
July 15 to Dec 2, 2015 - Gathered additional docs
December 3, 2015 - submitted additional docs to ICAA
December 21, 2015 - Received favorable skills and employment assessment
December 29, 2015 - Lodged EOI for 189 (65 pts) & 190 NSW (65+5 pts)
March 18, 2016 - Received invitation from NSW
May 3, 2016 - Obtained NSW approval and DIBP invitation
May 11, 2016 - Lodged visa application
August 3, 2016 - Visa Grant
January 10, 2017 - Big move to Sydney
Posts: 440Member
Joined: Jan 24, 2014
Accountant (221111)
Mar 2014 IELTS Davao L7.5 R7 S8 W6.5
Dec 2015 Discovered PTE
5 Jan 16 PTE - L82 R84 S71 W83
2 Feb 16 CPAA Positive assessment, EOI 60, NSW 65
4 Feb 16 PTE - L88 R76 S65 W90
22 Feb 16 PTE - L84 R74 S49 W90
29 May16 EOI update 65, NSW 70
16 Jun 16 PTE - L80 R83 S61 W90
20 Sep 16 PTE - L86 R83 S74 W90
2 Mar 17 PTE - L90 R90 S87 W90
4 Mar 17 EOI update 75, NSW 80
15 Mar 17 ITA received
31 Mar 17 Medicals cleared (primary and dependents)
12 Apr 17 Lodged 189 VISA
22 Apr 17 VISA grant DG
1 Nov 17 Big Move (Whyalla, south au)
6 nov 17. 1st day of work
In God's time..
Posts: 1,085Member, De-activated
Joined: Jan 24, 2013
2013-Jan : Decided to pursue my OZ dream
2013-Nov : 1st Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-6.5;W-7.5;S-7.5
2014-Mar : 2nd Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-8.5;W-6.5;S-7.5
Pahinga muna. Sakit sa puso at bulsa!
2015-May : 1st PTE-A @ Bright Center: L-85;R-70;S-45;W-90
2015-May : 2nd PTE-A @Bright Center; L-90;R-70;S-47; W-90
2015-July : 3rd PTE-A @Pearson: L-90;R-77;S-83; W-90
2015-July 20 - Lodged docs to Vetassess
2015-Oct 1: VET Positive outcome
2015-Oct 1: Submitted EOI 190 visa to NSW (55+5)
2015-Oct 4: Submitted EOI 190 visa to QLD (55+5)
2015-Oct 5: QLD responded, rejected 190 due to change in occupation list but offered ITA for 489 visa instead
2015-Nov 2: DIBP points adjusted to 60+5 (due to additional 1 year working experience)
2015-Nov 26: ITA for SS NSW
2015-Nov 28: Submitted SS application
2015-Dec 17: SS Approved + Received 190 ITA
2015-Dec 23: Lodged 190
2016-Jan 5: Medical @ Nationwide (Php5,600 na ang fee!!)
2016-Jan 8: Medical Clearance Provided - no action required (Thank you Lord!)
2016-Jan 18: Applied for Driving SP and Direct Visa Grant!!! (Thank You Lord!)
2016-Jan 26: PDOS @ CFO Manila + Enrolled at A1 Driving
2016-Mar 14: BIG MOVE!:)
PRAY HARD, WORK HARDER!
Compilation of tips/resources/stories for PTE Academic Preparation: pteacademicreview.wordpress.com
Template or "cheat sheet" as called by many: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1OZBrQj0i5LWU1EYVZTaDF4VzA/view?usp=sharing
sana po makatulong.. God bless!
Posts: 33Member
Joined: Jul 27, 2012
And yung biodata ng passport ba isang page lang? nakakalito kasi meron ako nabasa "first and last page of passport" daw ang kailangan iphotocopy.
Developer Programmer 261312
Skilled Independent Visa 189 (60pts)
Skilled Nominated Visa 190 (65pts)
06Dec2014 - IELTS Proficient (L8.5 R9.0 S7.0 W7.5)
02Oct2015 - ACS Positive
30May2016 - Lodged EOI (189/190)
Thinking if I should take PTE..
Posts: 1,085Member, De-activated
Joined: Jan 24, 2013
2013-Jan : Decided to pursue my OZ dream
2013-Nov : 1st Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-6.5;W-7.5;S-7.5
2014-Mar : 2nd Ielts-GT @ BC Manila: L-8;R-8.5;W-6.5;S-7.5
Pahinga muna. Sakit sa puso at bulsa!
2015-May : 1st PTE-A @ Bright Center: L-85;R-70;S-45;W-90
2015-May : 2nd PTE-A @Bright Center; L-90;R-70;S-47; W-90
2015-July : 3rd PTE-A @Pearson: L-90;R-77;S-83; W-90
2015-July 20 - Lodged docs to Vetassess
2015-Oct 1: VET Positive outcome
2015-Oct 1: Submitted EOI 190 visa to NSW (55+5)
2015-Oct 4: Submitted EOI 190 visa to QLD (55+5)
2015-Oct 5: QLD responded, rejected 190 due to change in occupation list but offered ITA for 489 visa instead
2015-Nov 2: DIBP points adjusted to 60+5 (due to additional 1 year working experience)
2015-Nov 26: ITA for SS NSW
2015-Nov 28: Submitted SS application
2015-Dec 17: SS Approved + Received 190 ITA
2015-Dec 23: Lodged 190
2016-Jan 5: Medical @ Nationwide (Php5,600 na ang fee!!)
2016-Jan 8: Medical Clearance Provided - no action required (Thank you Lord!)
2016-Jan 18: Applied for Driving SP and Direct Visa Grant!!! (Thank You Lord!)
2016-Jan 26: PDOS @ CFO Manila + Enrolled at A1 Driving
2016-Mar 14: BIG MOVE!:)
PRAY HARD, WORK HARDER!
Compilation of tips/resources/stories for PTE Academic Preparation: pteacademicreview.wordpress.com
Template or "cheat sheet" as called by many: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1OZBrQj0i5LWU1EYVZTaDF4VzA/view?usp=sharing
sana po makatulong.. God bless!
Posts: 379Member
Joined: Nov 06, 2015
Skilled-Independent Visa Subclass 189
Medical Laboratory Scientist 234611
2/2014- Decided to pursue my OZ dream
3/2014- IELTS L-7.5 R-8.0 S-7.0 W-6.5
-Submitted all docs for skill assessment
4/2014- Positive SA as Medical Lab Technician
9/2014- AIMS examination for Medical Lab Scientist
11/2014- Got the result and passed it!!!
1/2015- IELTS L-7.0 R-9.0 S-7.5 W-6.5
took some time off in my application processs
1/5/16- PTE L-76 R-68 S-81 W-73
1/9/16- EIO submitted for NSW state nomination.
- waiting for ITA
5/21- Updated EOI. Applied for 189 & 190 Visa
5/24- ITA for visa 189! Thank you Lord
6/2- Applied for NBI clearance
With Hit!!! same with husband
6/3- preparing other docs
6/7- Applied for CEMI
6/10- Got our NBI clearance
6/17- Medicals at Nationwide Davao
6/23-Health clearance provided
6/30- Lodged visa 189
6/30- Attached docs except form 80
7/29- CO contact asking for form 815
8/1- submitted form 815
8/30- Visa granted!!! Thank you, Lord!
Posts: 171Member
Joined: Jul 19, 2015
Occupation: External Auditor
April 2015 - IELTS academic
June 23, 2015 - ICAA assessment
July 15, 2015 - Received result from ICAA 'not suitable' due to finance (8/9)
July 15 to Dec 2, 2015 - Gathered additional docs
December 3, 2015 - submitted additional docs to ICAA
December 21, 2015 - Received favorable skills and employment assessment
December 29, 2015 - Lodged EOI for 189 (65 pts) & 190 NSW (65+5 pts)
March 18, 2016 - Received invitation from NSW
May 3, 2016 - Obtained NSW approval and DIBP invitation
May 11, 2016 - Lodged visa application
August 3, 2016 - Visa Grant
January 10, 2017 - Big move to Sydney
Posts: 1,413Member, Moderator
Joined: Mar 11, 2015
Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189: ANZSCO 233512 Mechanical Engineer
Feb. 12, 2016 - Begin PTE-A review & booked exam at Trident
Mar. 21, 2016 - PTE academic Exam Result PASSED
(L:66, R:73, S:80, W:67); Thank you Lord!
LINK http://pinoyau.info/discussion/4233/pte-academic/p156
Mar. 28, 2016 - Agent updated EOI. Awaiting next round of 189
April 7, 2016 - Received NSW invite (Visa 190)
April 13, 2016 - Received 189 invite (8:56 AM). Thank you Lord!
May 21, 2016 - VISA fee paid to MA. DIBP application received
May 25, 2016 - NBI clearance certificate forwarded to MA
May 30, 2016 - 1st CO contact, Team Adelaide (Medicals asked)
May 31, 2016 - SLEC medical exams with family. Thank you Lord!
June 1, 2016 - Submit to agent CO request (Wife's NBI, Medicals)
June 7, 2016 - Youngest son undergone x-ray at SLEC (2nd visit)
June 14, 2016 - ALL family members "COMPLETED" status to DIBP on medicals
June 29, 2016 - 2nd CO contact. Requested FORM 815 for son.
August 4, 2016 VISA GRANT thank you LORD
August 19, 2016 - PDOS at CFO
October 26, 2016 - Flight to Sydney (then, fly to Western Australia)
http://ozbound.goodtimelines.com/timeline/ticker/jedh_g
Dec. 8, 2016 - Reunited with whole family at Perth
March 15, 2017 - Landed my first job in WA as pressure vessel inspector (Engineering & Mfg Tradesperson job class)
JOSHUA 1:9 - I command you. Be strong and steadfast!
Do not fear nor be dismayed for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.
Posts: 379Member
Joined: Nov 06, 2015
Skilled-Independent Visa Subclass 189
Medical Laboratory Scientist 234611
2/2014- Decided to pursue my OZ dream
3/2014- IELTS L-7.5 R-8.0 S-7.0 W-6.5
-Submitted all docs for skill assessment
4/2014- Positive SA as Medical Lab Technician
9/2014- AIMS examination for Medical Lab Scientist
11/2014- Got the result and passed it!!!
1/2015- IELTS L-7.0 R-9.0 S-7.5 W-6.5
took some time off in my application processs
1/5/16- PTE L-76 R-68 S-81 W-73
1/9/16- EIO submitted for NSW state nomination.
- waiting for ITA
5/21- Updated EOI. Applied for 189 & 190 Visa
5/24- ITA for visa 189! Thank you Lord
6/2- Applied for NBI clearance
With Hit!!! same with husband
6/3- preparing other docs
6/7- Applied for CEMI
6/10- Got our NBI clearance
6/17- Medicals at Nationwide Davao
6/23-Health clearance provided
6/30- Lodged visa 189
6/30- Attached docs except form 80
7/29- CO contact asking for form 815
8/1- submitted form 815
8/30- Visa granted!!! Thank you, Lord!
Posts: 379Member
Joined: Nov 06, 2015
Skilled-Independent Visa Subclass 189
Medical Laboratory Scientist 234611
2/2014- Decided to pursue my OZ dream
3/2014- IELTS L-7.5 R-8.0 S-7.0 W-6.5
-Submitted all docs for skill assessment
4/2014- Positive SA as Medical Lab Technician
9/2014- AIMS examination for Medical Lab Scientist
11/2014- Got the result and passed it!!!
1/2015- IELTS L-7.0 R-9.0 S-7.5 W-6.5
took some time off in my application processs
1/5/16- PTE L-76 R-68 S-81 W-73
1/9/16- EIO submitted for NSW state nomination.
- waiting for ITA
5/21- Updated EOI. Applied for 189 & 190 Visa
5/24- ITA for visa 189! Thank you Lord
6/2- Applied for NBI clearance
With Hit!!! same with husband
6/3- preparing other docs
6/7- Applied for CEMI
6/10- Got our NBI clearance
6/17- Medicals at Nationwide Davao
6/23-Health clearance provided
6/30- Lodged visa 189
6/30- Attached docs except form 80
7/29- CO contact asking for form 815
8/1- submitted form 815
8/30- Visa granted!!! Thank you, Lord!
Posts: 621Member
Joined: Nov 30, 2015
Ganito nakalagay;
"Skilled - Nominated (Subclass 190) (Permanent)
The EOI for this subclass is able to be completed.
The client's claims equal 60 points"
Ang claim points ko lang is only 55; automatic ba talaga na (55 + 5) = 60?
Thanks sa kung sino man ang sasagot..
Ganito yung breakdown ko;
Age: 25
Education: 15
Experience: 15
Total: 55 pts.
233512 - Mechanical Engineer| 25 (Age) + 15 (Education) + 15 (Experience) + 10 (English) = 65 pts.
07/Nov/2015: BC IELTS GT Test: L: 6.5, R: 6.0, W: 6.0, S: 7.0
04/Feb/2016: Lodge EA Assessment (Fast Track)
12/Feb/2016: EA Positive Outcome
12/Feb/2016: Submit EOI, NSW SS (55 + 5) = 60 pts.
30/Apr/2016: BC IELTS GT Test: L: 8.0, R: 7.5, W: 7.0, S: 6.5
26/July/2016: IELTS Remarking (Speaking: 6.5) --> "no change"
25/Oct/2016: PTE-Academic: L: 89, R: 72, W: 77, S: 90
26/Oct/2016: Submit EOI, 189 (60 pts.)
09/Nov/2016: Updated EOI, NSW SS = 65 pts.
10/Nov/2016: Applied VIC Skilled Nomination 190
14/Dec/2016: VIC Skilled Nomination 190 -- Not Selected...:(
28/Dec/2016: PTE-Academic: L: 76, R: 74, W: 76, S: 80 :(.....
05/Jan/2017: Additional EA Relevant Skilled Employment
23/Jan/2017: PTE-Academic: L: 90, R: 80, W: 76, S: 90 :(..again:(
13/Feb/2017: EA Positive Outcome for Additional RSE
13/Feb/2017: Updated EOI, 189 (65pts.), NSW (70 pts.)
18/June/2017: Applied VIC Skilled Nomination 190 - take two
25/July/2017: ITA VIC Skilled Nomination 190
26/Aug/2017: Medicals @ Nationwide Makati
05/Sept/2017: Medicals cleared (Thanks be to GOD)
20/Sept/2017: ITA 189 Points-Tested Stream (Salamat sa Dios... nakahabol pa)
21/Sept/2017: Visa Lodge 189
23/Sept/2017: EXPIRED --> ITA VIC Skilled Nomination 190
01/Nov/2017: CO Contact, Form 815
09/Mar/2018: GRANTED (sa wakas...) IED: 31/Jul/2018
<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>
20/Jul/2018: BIG Move, stay with a fried...
04/Sep/2018: 1st day of work, Mechanical Engineer role (same industry)
01/Dec/2018: Move to rented house
27/Dec/2018: Drive Test with vicroads converted PH driver's license
Posts: 73Member
Joined: Aug 06, 2015
CHEMICAL ENGINEER (233111)
07.31.15 - IELTS Speaking Test
08.01.15 - IELTS Written Test
08.13.15 - IELTS Result: L-8.5/R-9/W-7.5/S-7
10.26.15 - Sent docs to EA (Fast Track)
10.28.15 - Received request for additional docs/comments from EA re employment. Submitted reply.
10.29.15 - Received positive assessment from EA. Asked for the relevant employment dates to be amended due to discrepancy.
10.30.15 - Applied for NBI Clearance (Robinsons Galleria). Got clearance within the day
11.04.15 - Received amended outcome letter / Lodged EOI (Visa 190 NSW: 55 + 5)
01.21.16 - Booked for PTE-A Exam
02.04.16 - PTE-A Exam
02.05.16 - PTE Results: L-88/R-90/S-81/W-90 / Updated EOI (Visa 189 - 65 pts, Visa 190 NSW - 70 pts)
02.16.16 - Received ITA for 189
02.18.16 - Generated HAP ID for Medical
02.27.16 - Medical in Nationwide Makati (Fee: Php 6600)
03.02.16 - Health Clearance Provided / Lodged for Visa 189
03.30.16 - Direct Grant (Received email at 12:08 pm / IED: Oct. 30, 2016)
Thank you, Lord and thank you sa lahat ng mga ka-forumers natin dito who had been a tremendous help in this journey!
Posts: 621Member
Joined: Nov 30, 2015
233512 - Mechanical Engineer| 25 (Age) + 15 (Education) + 15 (Experience) + 10 (English) = 65 pts.
07/Nov/2015: BC IELTS GT Test: L: 6.5, R: 6.0, W: 6.0, S: 7.0
04/Feb/2016: Lodge EA Assessment (Fast Track)
12/Feb/2016: EA Positive Outcome
12/Feb/2016: Submit EOI, NSW SS (55 + 5) = 60 pts.
30/Apr/2016: BC IELTS GT Test: L: 8.0, R: 7.5, W: 7.0, S: 6.5
26/July/2016: IELTS Remarking (Speaking: 6.5) --> "no change"
25/Oct/2016: PTE-Academic: L: 89, R: 72, W: 77, S: 90
26/Oct/2016: Submit EOI, 189 (60 pts.)
09/Nov/2016: Updated EOI, NSW SS = 65 pts.
10/Nov/2016: Applied VIC Skilled Nomination 190
14/Dec/2016: VIC Skilled Nomination 190 -- Not Selected...:(
28/Dec/2016: PTE-Academic: L: 76, R: 74, W: 76, S: 80 :(.....
05/Jan/2017: Additional EA Relevant Skilled Employment
23/Jan/2017: PTE-Academic: L: 90, R: 80, W: 76, S: 90 :(..again:(
13/Feb/2017: EA Positive Outcome for Additional RSE
13/Feb/2017: Updated EOI, 189 (65pts.), NSW (70 pts.)
18/June/2017: Applied VIC Skilled Nomination 190 - take two
25/July/2017: ITA VIC Skilled Nomination 190
26/Aug/2017: Medicals @ Nationwide Makati
05/Sept/2017: Medicals cleared (Thanks be to GOD)
20/Sept/2017: ITA 189 Points-Tested Stream (Salamat sa Dios... nakahabol pa)
21/Sept/2017: Visa Lodge 189
23/Sept/2017: EXPIRED --> ITA VIC Skilled Nomination 190
01/Nov/2017: CO Contact, Form 815
09/Mar/2018: GRANTED (sa wakas...) IED: 31/Jul/2018
<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>
20/Jul/2018: BIG Move, stay with a fried...
04/Sep/2018: 1st day of work, Mechanical Engineer role (same industry)
01/Dec/2018: Move to rented house
27/Dec/2018: Drive Test with vicroads converted PH driver's license
Posts: 379Member
Joined: Nov 06, 2015
Skilled-Independent Visa Subclass 189
Medical Laboratory Scientist 234611
2/2014- Decided to pursue my OZ dream
3/2014- IELTS L-7.5 R-8.0 S-7.0 W-6.5
-Submitted all docs for skill assessment
4/2014- Positive SA as Medical Lab Technician
9/2014- AIMS examination for Medical Lab Scientist
11/2014- Got the result and passed it!!!
1/2015- IELTS L-7.0 R-9.0 S-7.5 W-6.5
took some time off in my application processs
1/5/16- PTE L-76 R-68 S-81 W-73
1/9/16- EIO submitted for NSW state nomination.
- waiting for ITA
5/21- Updated EOI. Applied for 189 & 190 Visa
5/24- ITA for visa 189! Thank you Lord
6/2- Applied for NBI clearance
With Hit!!! same with husband
6/3- preparing other docs
6/7- Applied for CEMI
6/10- Got our NBI clearance
6/17- Medicals at Nationwide Davao
6/23-Health clearance provided
6/30- Lodged visa 189
6/30- Attached docs except form 80
7/29- CO contact asking for form 815
8/1- submitted form 815
8/30- Visa granted!!! Thank you, Lord!
Posts: 440Member
Joined: Jan 24, 2014
Accountant (221111)
Mar 2014 IELTS Davao L7.5 R7 S8 W6.5
Dec 2015 Discovered PTE
5 Jan 16 PTE - L82 R84 S71 W83
2 Feb 16 CPAA Positive assessment, EOI 60, NSW 65
4 Feb 16 PTE - L88 R76 S65 W90
22 Feb 16 PTE - L84 R74 S49 W90
29 May16 EOI update 65, NSW 70
16 Jun 16 PTE - L80 R83 S61 W90
20 Sep 16 PTE - L86 R83 S74 W90
2 Mar 17 PTE - L90 R90 S87 W90
4 Mar 17 EOI update 75, NSW 80
15 Mar 17 ITA received
31 Mar 17 Medicals cleared (primary and dependents)
12 Apr 17 Lodged 189 VISA
22 Apr 17 VISA grant DG
1 Nov 17 Big Move (Whyalla, south au)
6 nov 17. 1st day of work
In God's time..