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atheleneBrisbane Posts: 766Member Joined: Mar 13, 2018
Depende po yan sa confidence mo kung alam mo na po ang process at sigurado ka sa steps na applicable sa case mo. Marami po sa forum na ito ay DIY, dahil medyo magastos din po ang kumuha ang agent, although siyempre less stress na sayo kasi sila ang maghahanda ng application mo. Yung choice nyo ay depende din po kasi kung gano ka-complex ang case nyo (i.e. nominated occupation, family situation, etc.).
232111 (Architect) | Current points: 65
30-01-2018 Applied for student visa (MArchSci), offshore application.
11-08-2020 Applied for student visa (PhD), onshore application.
28-02-2022 Submitted application to AACA for skills assessment (OQA Stage 1)
27-05-2022 Received skills assessment outcome (Suitable/Positive)
Next steps: PTE exam
Pongyou03Singapore Posts: 24Member Joined: May 11, 2018
Thanks Athelene, medyo naka hinga ako..ask lng ako kung pwde pa..how often ba nagbbago policy nila? Kasi sa self assessment ko now 65pts at least kaya..but nakabond kasi s company, 2020 pa..37 na ako dat tym..
dorbsdeeMelbourne Posts: 621Member Joined: Nov 30, 2015
@Pongyou03 suggestion ko is to spend time sa pagbasa basa sa DHA website especially requirements at yung process, makakatulong din sa ang pagbackread dito... Then try to consult an agent to compare yung understanding mo kung sakto ba. Magbibigay ng quote sayo ang agent depende sa case mo like single applicant or family ba. Sa case ko ganyan ginawa ko I've spent two weeks ng pagbabasa sa DIBP website (now DHA na dati ay DIAC) and then consult with an agent.... Natagalan ako sa pagdecide to go with an agent or not kasi medyo malaki yung quoted price (for family of 3 150k at that time 2015) and I eventually do it by myself. Ang kagandahan lang sa agent di ka worried kung tama ba ang ginagawa mo or not dahil alam nila the whole process tapos iaasure ka rin ng agent na once mainvite ka ay makakakuha ka ng visa unless lang di ka pumasa sa medical... so ang role mo lang talaga kung may agent ka is to gather required documents, prepare for assessment, at attend ng medical check. Advantage it kapag busy ka sa work, family, or business. Tsaka halos karamihan ng agent sa pinas may support sa English Test, tutulungan ka nila na maachieve yung desired score mo to get the invitation... Sa assessment naman marami silang reference halimbawa CRD for Engineers Australia, so di ka na mahihirapan... Syempre magbabayad ka sa service nila... In case naman DIY ang gagawing mo, tambay ka dito sa forum maraming tutulong sa iyo na DIY din.. ang advantage lang naman ng DIY ay access sa account mo like EOI or Immi or sa Assessing Authority like EA... Ang downside lang ng DIY is time na kailangan mo to understand the whole process, kaya tanong-tanong din sa forum pag may time... Goodluck po...
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
atheleneBrisbane Posts: 766Member Joined: Mar 13, 2018
@Pongyou03 Rules change all the time, even the migration agents in this forum have difficulties keeping track of the changes. As @dorbsdee said, you need to spend time to really understand the whole process. You'll have to keep track of the changes (which can be anytime) regarding immigration policies. If you will be migrating in 2 years, you have plenty of time to prepare (skills assessments, English tests, visa application fees, etc).
232111 (Architect) | Current points: 65
30-01-2018 Applied for student visa (MArchSci), offshore application.
11-08-2020 Applied for student visa (PhD), onshore application.
28-02-2022 Submitted application to AACA for skills assessment (OQA Stage 1)
27-05-2022 Received skills assessment outcome (Suitable/Positive)
Next steps: PTE exam
Pongyou03Singapore Posts: 24Member Joined: May 11, 2018
@dorbsdee maraming salamat po..actually marami na rin akong nkuha na info dito sa forum..
Pongyou03Singapore Posts: 24Member Joined: May 11, 2018
@athelene thank you..anyway medyo marami na akong na kuha na info so far sa forum..
dorbsdeeMelbourne Posts: 621Member Joined: Nov 30, 2015
@Pongyou03 ayos yan... Goodluck sa decision mo... Dito sa forum minsan paulit-ulit narin ang mga tanong... at minsan yung mga nagbabackread parang di convinced sa mga previous post lalo na pag medyo iba yung case nila... kaya nagtatanong pa rin... meron din namang iba wanker lang...magpopost nalang kung nainvite na or nagrant na ng visa... Kung ano man ang decision mo.. tama ka.. Again, Goodluck..
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
RheaMARN1171933Posts: 2,697Member, Administrator, Moderator Joined: Mar 10, 2016
@Pongyou03 as a migration agent myself, I would advice you not to wait until 2 years. You can start the process now and even if say you get your visa granted before 2 years, you don't have to leave Philippines for good. You can just enter Australia before the specified entry date expires just to get your visa activated, go back to Philippines and finish your obligations with work then do the big move. You've got 5 years from the time of visa grant to use it so just make sure you leave at least 2 years into that visa to move so you can qualify for a resident return visa before your visa expires.
Using an agent is an individual choice. If you want peace of mind, then for sure engaging an agent addresses this issue.
This forum is quite helpful when you opt for DIY but be careful of the information you choose to take in as any info remains a hearsay until validated by a professional or came from the actual legislation. I honestly find at times meron din inaccuracy of information ako nababasa dito sa forum so sometimes I can't refrain myself from posting my thoughts with the intention to help the readers dahil baka mapamali ang diskarte. To be honest, no case are ever the same. Each is very individual not because certain things apply to one it follows na it applies to all so be very careful with your research.
From my personal experience with my own migration journey, people can give you advice on the process but I can assure you, you'll never feel that peace of mind even if you believe you've followed everything by the book until you get the information straight from a professional.
All the best!
RheaMARN1171933Posts: 2,697Member, Administrator, Moderator Joined: Mar 10, 2016
edited May 2018
@athelene yes rules change constantly. However, agents do have the right resources to keep up with the changes. I don't think I would agree with having plenty of time to prepare as there is always the urgency to start the process now than later. I believe any agent will say the same.
batmanDarwin Australia Posts: 3,520Member, Moderator Joined: Oct 04, 2011
@Pongyou03 i did my application myself pero hangang sa may ITA part lng, sa visa application nag agent na ako.
221213 External Auditor|489 - 70pts - SS NT
21|07|16 - Applied CPAA membership assessment
31|07|16 - PTE-A L|S|W|R (73|79|78|77)
01|08|16 - Submitted CPAA migration assessment
20|09|17 - EOI 190 - NT (delayed due to show money req.)
- collating requirements for NT SS application
18|10|17 - Submitted NT SS application (praying for + result)
24|04|18 - 190 not successful,
- was offered 489 instead and accepted the offer
- engaged with visa consort agency for visa application submission.
26|04|18 - Invited to apply for SS visa 489 - Northern Territory
02|05|18 - PCC processing
20|05|18 - Medical
06|06|18 - Visa payment
15|09|18 - happy na birthday pa, visa grant pa.. TYL
09|02|19 - Big move
11|02|19 - First job interview
12|02|19 - Received a job offer
13|02|19 - Accepted job offer
13|08|19 - Accepted a new job offer - new employer
16|10|20 - Started new job - a better opportunity
01|01|21 - Started CPA Australia qualification
10|02|21 - Lodged 887 visa application
June 2021 - First CPA subject passed
Nov 2021 - 2nd CPA Subject passed
June 2022 - 3rd and 4th CPA subject passed
Nov 2022 - 5th subject passed (failed the other one)
Feb 2023 - PR visa granted
June 2023 - Officially a CPA Australia member.
July 2023 - Purchased a land where to build our home
atheleneBrisbane Posts: 766Member Joined: Mar 13, 2018
@RheaMARN1171933 I stand corrected then on my comment about agents being able to keep up with the changes. But what I meant about having plenty of time is that preparing documents to lodge an EOI can take time, especially if the DIY route is taken instead of getting a migration agent, or if documents have to be acquired from abroad. I do agree that the migration process does need to be initiated as soon as possible, but consider the possibility that there are cases that would legally could prevent an applicant to lodge visa applications right away (like a scholarship or work contract), hence the need to wait until these legal contracts expire before even attempting to migrate.
232111 (Architect) | Current points: 65
30-01-2018 Applied for student visa (MArchSci), offshore application.
11-08-2020 Applied for student visa (PhD), onshore application.
28-02-2022 Submitted application to AACA for skills assessment (OQA Stage 1)
27-05-2022 Received skills assessment outcome (Suitable/Positive)
Next steps: PTE exam
batmanDarwin Australia Posts: 3,520Member, Moderator Joined: Oct 04, 2011
@athelene having student visa sa AU ba di pede apply ng PR or other visa sa AU?
221213 External Auditor|489 - 70pts - SS NT
21|07|16 - Applied CPAA membership assessment
31|07|16 - PTE-A L|S|W|R (73|79|78|77)
01|08|16 - Submitted CPAA migration assessment
20|09|17 - EOI 190 - NT (delayed due to show money req.)
- collating requirements for NT SS application
18|10|17 - Submitted NT SS application (praying for + result)
24|04|18 - 190 not successful,
- was offered 489 instead and accepted the offer
- engaged with visa consort agency for visa application submission.
26|04|18 - Invited to apply for SS visa 489 - Northern Territory
02|05|18 - PCC processing
20|05|18 - Medical
06|06|18 - Visa payment
15|09|18 - happy na birthday pa, visa grant pa.. TYL
09|02|19 - Big move
11|02|19 - First job interview
12|02|19 - Received a job offer
13|02|19 - Accepted job offer
13|08|19 - Accepted a new job offer - new employer
16|10|20 - Started new job - a better opportunity
01|01|21 - Started CPA Australia qualification
10|02|21 - Lodged 887 visa application
June 2021 - First CPA subject passed
Nov 2021 - 2nd CPA Subject passed
June 2022 - 3rd and 4th CPA subject passed
Nov 2022 - 5th subject passed (failed the other one)
Feb 2023 - PR visa granted
June 2023 - Officially a CPA Australia member.
July 2023 - Purchased a land where to build our home
RheaMARN1171933Posts: 2,697Member, Administrator, Moderator Joined: Mar 10, 2016
@athelene well work contract nor scholarship do not prevent you from getting the process started. You're only just doing the skills assessment process to begin with. And even applying for the actual visa, I don't understand why legally you are prevented from doing such action. You said it right, it's only the attempt to migrate and there is nothing wrong with that. E employed pa rin naman yung tao so I don't think you've breached anything here. I have not heard of a bond sa employment which forbids you from making plans for the future. Ang alam ko, kaya nga tawag bond is because you're bound to finish your employment obligations with the employer up to a certain date or may penalty. I may be wrong or perhaps you know better with regards to work contracts and scholarships? So far sa professional experience ko, wala pa naman ako na-encounter as such na bawal magplano dahil may legal obligations pa yung aspiring migrant.
RheaMARN1171933Posts: 2,697Member, Administrator, Moderator Joined: Mar 10, 2016
edited May 2018
@batman yes, pwede. That's even how I got my PR over 10 years ago - student visa route
atheleneBrisbane Posts: 766Member Joined: Mar 13, 2018
edited May 2018
@RheaMARN1171933 I appreciate you taking the time to reply here, and I do not mean to challenge your expertise as a migration agent (peace po). I'm sorry, maybe I was not saying it clearly or correctly, but what I meant earlier was about the waiting to actually applying for the PR visa, not about the preparation. I did agree to your point that starting the migration process as early as possible is recommended to allow sufficient time for skill assessment and document preparation (and that's exactly what I'm doing as per your suggestion). And yes, there's nothing wrong with planning ahead. If @Pongyou03 or other aspiring migrants with employment bonds have no legal restrictions to applying for PR visas, then by all means, they should go for it. My comment was simply based on my knowledge and experience with a scholarship contract that prevents me from applying for a PR visa while the scholarship is in effect.
@batman In my case, wala naman restriction regarding my student visa, yung scholarship ko lang ang may restriction na ganun.
232111 (Architect) | Current points: 65
30-01-2018 Applied for student visa (MArchSci), offshore application.
11-08-2020 Applied for student visa (PhD), onshore application.
28-02-2022 Submitted application to AACA for skills assessment (OQA Stage 1)
27-05-2022 Received skills assessment outcome (Suitable/Positive)
Next steps: PTE exam
batmanDarwin Australia Posts: 3,520Member, Moderator Joined: Oct 04, 2011
@RheaMARN1171933@athelene that's what i learned also through my research. I haven't encountered cases na mag hohold sa isang applicant to apply or process visa applications.
221213 External Auditor|489 - 70pts - SS NT
21|07|16 - Applied CPAA membership assessment
31|07|16 - PTE-A L|S|W|R (73|79|78|77)
01|08|16 - Submitted CPAA migration assessment
20|09|17 - EOI 190 - NT (delayed due to show money req.)
- collating requirements for NT SS application
18|10|17 - Submitted NT SS application (praying for + result)
24|04|18 - 190 not successful,
- was offered 489 instead and accepted the offer
- engaged with visa consort agency for visa application submission.
26|04|18 - Invited to apply for SS visa 489 - Northern Territory
02|05|18 - PCC processing
20|05|18 - Medical
06|06|18 - Visa payment
15|09|18 - happy na birthday pa, visa grant pa.. TYL
09|02|19 - Big move
11|02|19 - First job interview
12|02|19 - Received a job offer
13|02|19 - Accepted job offer
13|08|19 - Accepted a new job offer - new employer
16|10|20 - Started new job - a better opportunity
01|01|21 - Started CPA Australia qualification
10|02|21 - Lodged 887 visa application
June 2021 - First CPA subject passed
Nov 2021 - 2nd CPA Subject passed
June 2022 - 3rd and 4th CPA subject passed
Nov 2022 - 5th subject passed (failed the other one)
Feb 2023 - PR visa granted
June 2023 - Officially a CPA Australia member.
July 2023 - Purchased a land where to build our home
RheaMARN1171933Posts: 2,697Member, Administrator, Moderator Joined: Mar 10, 2016
@athelene if scholarship forbids you to apply for PR visa, I don't see how that's related to my previous comment.
My own thoughts lang, I think when it comes to sharing information on this forum, we all should be mindful of what information we all provide in here because it comes with responsibility e. Marami nagbabasa and baka ma mislead yung readers and mapamali. I think if we're not sure about the accuracy of the information we're all going to share, best not to share na Lang. Kahit ako mismo, hindi ko naman memorise yung entire legislation ng Australian immigration law, from time to time I also feel the need to refer to my professional library. The information I share here sa forum, more general info, kapag detailed question na, I'd rather address it privately kasi baka maka mislead sa ibang readers
RheaMARN1171933Posts: 2,697Member, Administrator, Moderator Joined: Mar 10, 2016
@batman it all depends on the condition placed on the visa the applicant is holding. So when a client in Australia comes to me for advice, I need to check first the conditions on his visa kasi this will determine the course of action
atheleneBrisbane Posts: 766Member Joined: Mar 13, 2018
@RheaMARN1171933 Understood po. I'll be more mindful in the future.
232111 (Architect) | Current points: 65
30-01-2018 Applied for student visa (MArchSci), offshore application.
11-08-2020 Applied for student visa (PhD), onshore application.
28-02-2022 Submitted application to AACA for skills assessment (OQA Stage 1)
27-05-2022 Received skills assessment outcome (Suitable/Positive)
Next steps: PTE exam
Pongyou03Singapore Posts: 24Member Joined: May 11, 2018
@batman@RheaMARN1171933@athelene thank you guys..firs concern, eto na..sorry..i need to notarize my CoE affidavit..Accenture kasi medyo iba ung job title namin dun kesa actual work..Network Engineer kami pero naging Level 11-Analyst..wierd..ACS skills assessment muna..may list ba si Aussie ng accredited Notaries na pwde lng mag notarize particular in cebu? Or kahit saang notary pwde na? Thanks
batmanDarwin Australia Posts: 3,520Member, Moderator Joined: Oct 04, 2011
@Pongyou03 bakit need mo ng notary? sabi sa assessing body mo need notarize docs? Sa assessing body ko kasi. colored scan copy lang pede na.
221213 External Auditor|489 - 70pts - SS NT
21|07|16 - Applied CPAA membership assessment
31|07|16 - PTE-A L|S|W|R (73|79|78|77)
01|08|16 - Submitted CPAA migration assessment
20|09|17 - EOI 190 - NT (delayed due to show money req.)
- collating requirements for NT SS application
18|10|17 - Submitted NT SS application (praying for + result)
24|04|18 - 190 not successful,
- was offered 489 instead and accepted the offer
- engaged with visa consort agency for visa application submission.
26|04|18 - Invited to apply for SS visa 489 - Northern Territory
02|05|18 - PCC processing
20|05|18 - Medical
06|06|18 - Visa payment
15|09|18 - happy na birthday pa, visa grant pa.. TYL
09|02|19 - Big move
11|02|19 - First job interview
12|02|19 - Received a job offer
13|02|19 - Accepted job offer
13|08|19 - Accepted a new job offer - new employer
16|10|20 - Started new job - a better opportunity
01|01|21 - Started CPA Australia qualification
10|02|21 - Lodged 887 visa application
June 2021 - First CPA subject passed
Nov 2021 - 2nd CPA Subject passed
June 2022 - 3rd and 4th CPA subject passed
Nov 2022 - 5th subject passed (failed the other one)
Feb 2023 - PR visa granted
June 2023 - Officially a CPA Australia member.
July 2023 - Purchased a land where to build our home
Pongyou03Singapore Posts: 24Member Joined: May 11, 2018
@batman ACS sa akin... if unable to obtain employment ref on a company letterhead, affidavit daw pwde signed with notary public
Pongyou03Singapore Posts: 24Member Joined: May 11, 2018
affidavit by my manager not me..sa affidavit nya naka saad na work akoa sa accenture..kaso tinatanong nya kung may specific notary ba or kahit saan..
Hunter_08Adelaide Posts: 2,125Member Joined: Mar 01, 2011
@Pongyou03 same tayo na accenture. any notary public will do.. mag submit ka ng affidavit, original COE. ako nag request pa ng letter of explanation bakit hindi sila nagbibigay ng COE with job description.
May 9, 2016 PTE Exam Result L/R/S/W- 71/69/83/72 Passed Thank you Papa Jesus
Aug 18,2016 ACS Result- Suitable -Software Engineer
Aug 19, 2016 Lodged EOI for subclass 190
July 13, 2017 Lodged EOI and Submitted Application for subclass 489
Aug 12, 2017 ITA Received
Aug 25,2017 Scheduled Medical Test
Aug 28, 2017 Medical Cleared(No Action Required)
Aug 30, 2017 NBI Clearance PH
Sept 15, 2017 SG COC Fingerprint and Collection
Sept 20, 2017 Visa Lodge
Nov 1, 2017 CO Contact (Requesting to Send PTE Score Report to DIBP which I already did before)
Mar 6, 2018 Visa Grant
Visa 887 Timeline
July 25, 2020 Visa Lodge Oct 12, 2020 Visa Grant
Citizenship Timeline
July 4, 2022 Submitted Citizenship Application
Dec 21, 2022 Invitation for Exam(Need to reschedule the exam)
Feb 21, 2023 Citizenship Exam
April 3, 2023 Received Approval Letter June 22, 2023 Citizenship Ceremony
*****Dream big, think positive and Pray to God*****
RheaMARN1171933Posts: 2,697Member, Administrator, Moderator Joined: Mar 10, 2016
edited May 2018
@Pongyou03 all documents must be certified for ACS not just the employment reference letter.
alexisronanSG Posts: 44Member Joined: Jan 21, 2018
Share ko lang po yung experience ko dito sa forum. Marami na po ako natutunan dito. Pero ang most valuable po na natutunan ko ay laban lang. Thanks po.
233211 - Civil Engineer
SC189: 80
03-03-2018: IELTS (Proficient)
28-03-2018: EA MSA/RSEA (fast track)
15-05-2018: EA comments
17-05-2018: Reply to EA comments
18-05-2018: EA MSA Positive Assessment
24-05-2018: PTE-A (Superior)
25-05-2018: EOI
06-06-2018: ITA (189)
07-06-2018: Visa Lodged (partner & 1 dependent)
13-06-2018: SG COC uploaded
23-06-2018: All Health examinations provided
27-06-2018: NBI Clearance uploaded
15-09-2018: Visa Grant
Pongyou03Singapore Posts: 24Member Joined: May 11, 2018
@Hunter_08 submit ng affidavit at original coe sa ACS? Original CoS ko hndi network engineer eh, level 11 - analyst? magulo tong gngwa ni accenture..
Pongyou03Singapore Posts: 24Member Joined: May 11, 2018
Hunter_08Adelaide Posts: 2,125Member Joined: Mar 01, 2011
@Pongyou03 ayos lang yung kasi geenric kasi magbigay ng COE ang accenture.. kaya ka gagawa ng affidavit para nakalagay dun yung detailed job description mo at yung COE from accenture is para lang backup proof mo yung na dun ka talaga nag wowork.
May 9, 2016 PTE Exam Result L/R/S/W- 71/69/83/72 Passed Thank you Papa Jesus
Aug 18,2016 ACS Result- Suitable -Software Engineer
Aug 19, 2016 Lodged EOI for subclass 190
July 13, 2017 Lodged EOI and Submitted Application for subclass 489
Aug 12, 2017 ITA Received
Aug 25,2017 Scheduled Medical Test
Aug 28, 2017 Medical Cleared(No Action Required)
Aug 30, 2017 NBI Clearance PH
Sept 15, 2017 SG COC Fingerprint and Collection
Sept 20, 2017 Visa Lodge
Nov 1, 2017 CO Contact (Requesting to Send PTE Score Report to DIBP which I already did before)
Mar 6, 2018 Visa Grant
Visa 887 Timeline
July 25, 2020 Visa Lodge Oct 12, 2020 Visa Grant
Citizenship Timeline
July 4, 2022 Submitted Citizenship Application
Dec 21, 2022 Invitation for Exam(Need to reschedule the exam)
Feb 21, 2023 Citizenship Exam
April 3, 2023 Received Approval Letter June 22, 2023 Citizenship Ceremony
*****Dream big, think positive and Pray to God*****
Pongyou03Singapore Posts: 24Member Joined: May 11, 2018
@Hunter_08 ah ok..binasa ko kasi gudelines ng acs..pwde first and last payslip..nagrequest n ako..thanks..
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232111 (Architect) | Current points: 65
30-01-2018 Applied for student visa (MArchSci), offshore application.
11-08-2020 Applied for student visa (PhD), onshore application.
28-02-2022 Submitted application to AACA for skills assessment (OQA Stage 1)
27-05-2022 Received skills assessment outcome (Suitable/Positive)
Next steps: PTE exam
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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
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232111 (Architect) | Current points: 65
30-01-2018 Applied for student visa (MArchSci), offshore application.
11-08-2020 Applied for student visa (PhD), onshore application.
28-02-2022 Submitted application to AACA for skills assessment (OQA Stage 1)
27-05-2022 Received skills assessment outcome (Suitable/Positive)
Next steps: PTE exam
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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
Joined: Mar 10, 2016
Using an agent is an individual choice. If you want peace of mind, then for sure engaging an agent addresses this issue.
This forum is quite helpful when you opt for DIY but be careful of the information you choose to take in as any info remains a hearsay until validated by a professional or came from the actual legislation. I honestly find at times meron din inaccuracy of information ako nababasa dito sa forum so sometimes I can't refrain myself from posting my thoughts with the intention to help the readers dahil baka mapamali ang diskarte. To be honest, no case are ever the same. Each is very individual not because certain things apply to one it follows na it applies to all so be very careful with your research.
From my personal experience with my own migration journey, people can give you advice on the process but I can assure you, you'll never feel that peace of mind even if you believe you've followed everything by the book until you get the information straight from a professional.
All the best!
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221213 External Auditor|489 - 70pts - SS NT
21|07|16 - Applied CPAA membership assessment
31|07|16 - PTE-A L|S|W|R (73|79|78|77)
01|08|16 - Submitted CPAA migration assessment
20|09|17 - EOI 190 - NT (delayed due to show money req.)
- collating requirements for NT SS application
18|10|17 - Submitted NT SS application (praying for + result)
24|04|18 - 190 not successful,
- was offered 489 instead and accepted the offer
- engaged with visa consort agency for visa application submission.
26|04|18 - Invited to apply for SS visa 489 - Northern Territory
02|05|18 - PCC processing
20|05|18 - Medical
06|06|18 - Visa payment
15|09|18 - happy na birthday pa, visa grant pa.. TYL
09|02|19 - Big move
11|02|19 - First job interview
12|02|19 - Received a job offer
13|02|19 - Accepted job offer
13|08|19 - Accepted a new job offer - new employer
16|10|20 - Started new job - a better opportunity
01|01|21 - Started CPA Australia qualification
10|02|21 - Lodged 887 visa application
June 2021 - First CPA subject passed
Nov 2021 - 2nd CPA Subject passed
June 2022 - 3rd and 4th CPA subject passed
Nov 2022 - 5th subject passed (failed the other one)
Feb 2023 - PR visa granted
June 2023 - Officially a CPA Australia member.
July 2023 - Purchased a land where to build our home
Posts: 766Member
Joined: Mar 13, 2018
232111 (Architect) | Current points: 65
30-01-2018 Applied for student visa (MArchSci), offshore application.
11-08-2020 Applied for student visa (PhD), onshore application.
28-02-2022 Submitted application to AACA for skills assessment (OQA Stage 1)
27-05-2022 Received skills assessment outcome (Suitable/Positive)
Next steps: PTE exam
Posts: 3,520Member, Moderator
Joined: Oct 04, 2011
221213 External Auditor|489 - 70pts - SS NT
21|07|16 - Applied CPAA membership assessment
31|07|16 - PTE-A L|S|W|R (73|79|78|77)
01|08|16 - Submitted CPAA migration assessment
20|09|17 - EOI 190 - NT (delayed due to show money req.)
- collating requirements for NT SS application
18|10|17 - Submitted NT SS application (praying for + result)
24|04|18 - 190 not successful,
- was offered 489 instead and accepted the offer
- engaged with visa consort agency for visa application submission.
26|04|18 - Invited to apply for SS visa 489 - Northern Territory
02|05|18 - PCC processing
20|05|18 - Medical
06|06|18 - Visa payment
15|09|18 - happy na birthday pa, visa grant pa.. TYL
09|02|19 - Big move
11|02|19 - First job interview
12|02|19 - Received a job offer
13|02|19 - Accepted job offer
13|08|19 - Accepted a new job offer - new employer
16|10|20 - Started new job - a better opportunity
01|01|21 - Started CPA Australia qualification
10|02|21 - Lodged 887 visa application
June 2021 - First CPA subject passed
Nov 2021 - 2nd CPA Subject passed
June 2022 - 3rd and 4th CPA subject passed
Nov 2022 - 5th subject passed (failed the other one)
Feb 2023 - PR visa granted
June 2023 - Officially a CPA Australia member.
July 2023 - Purchased a land where to build our home
Joined: Mar 10, 2016
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Posts: 766Member
Joined: Mar 13, 2018
@batman In my case, wala naman restriction regarding my student visa, yung scholarship ko lang ang may restriction na ganun.
232111 (Architect) | Current points: 65
30-01-2018 Applied for student visa (MArchSci), offshore application.
11-08-2020 Applied for student visa (PhD), onshore application.
28-02-2022 Submitted application to AACA for skills assessment (OQA Stage 1)
27-05-2022 Received skills assessment outcome (Suitable/Positive)
Next steps: PTE exam
Posts: 3,520Member, Moderator
Joined: Oct 04, 2011
221213 External Auditor|489 - 70pts - SS NT
21|07|16 - Applied CPAA membership assessment
31|07|16 - PTE-A L|S|W|R (73|79|78|77)
01|08|16 - Submitted CPAA migration assessment
20|09|17 - EOI 190 - NT (delayed due to show money req.)
- collating requirements for NT SS application
18|10|17 - Submitted NT SS application (praying for + result)
24|04|18 - 190 not successful,
- was offered 489 instead and accepted the offer
- engaged with visa consort agency for visa application submission.
26|04|18 - Invited to apply for SS visa 489 - Northern Territory
02|05|18 - PCC processing
20|05|18 - Medical
06|06|18 - Visa payment
15|09|18 - happy na birthday pa, visa grant pa.. TYL
09|02|19 - Big move
11|02|19 - First job interview
12|02|19 - Received a job offer
13|02|19 - Accepted job offer
13|08|19 - Accepted a new job offer - new employer
16|10|20 - Started new job - a better opportunity
01|01|21 - Started CPA Australia qualification
10|02|21 - Lodged 887 visa application
June 2021 - First CPA subject passed
Nov 2021 - 2nd CPA Subject passed
June 2022 - 3rd and 4th CPA subject passed
Nov 2022 - 5th subject passed (failed the other one)
Feb 2023 - PR visa granted
June 2023 - Officially a CPA Australia member.
July 2023 - Purchased a land where to build our home
Joined: Mar 10, 2016
My own thoughts lang, I think when it comes to sharing information on this forum, we all should be mindful of what information we all provide in here because it comes with responsibility e. Marami nagbabasa and baka ma mislead yung readers and mapamali. I think if we're not sure about the accuracy of the information we're all going to share, best not to share na Lang. Kahit ako mismo, hindi ko naman memorise yung entire legislation ng Australian immigration law, from time to time I also feel the need to refer to my professional library. The information I share here sa forum, more general info, kapag detailed question na, I'd rather address it privately kasi baka maka mislead sa ibang readers
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232111 (Architect) | Current points: 65
30-01-2018 Applied for student visa (MArchSci), offshore application.
11-08-2020 Applied for student visa (PhD), onshore application.
28-02-2022 Submitted application to AACA for skills assessment (OQA Stage 1)
27-05-2022 Received skills assessment outcome (Suitable/Positive)
Next steps: PTE exam
Posts: 24Member
Joined: May 11, 2018
Posts: 3,520Member, Moderator
Joined: Oct 04, 2011
221213 External Auditor|489 - 70pts - SS NT
21|07|16 - Applied CPAA membership assessment
31|07|16 - PTE-A L|S|W|R (73|79|78|77)
01|08|16 - Submitted CPAA migration assessment
20|09|17 - EOI 190 - NT (delayed due to show money req.)
- collating requirements for NT SS application
18|10|17 - Submitted NT SS application (praying for + result)
24|04|18 - 190 not successful,
- was offered 489 instead and accepted the offer
- engaged with visa consort agency for visa application submission.
26|04|18 - Invited to apply for SS visa 489 - Northern Territory
02|05|18 - PCC processing
20|05|18 - Medical
06|06|18 - Visa payment
15|09|18 - happy na birthday pa, visa grant pa.. TYL
09|02|19 - Big move
11|02|19 - First job interview
12|02|19 - Received a job offer
13|02|19 - Accepted job offer
13|08|19 - Accepted a new job offer - new employer
16|10|20 - Started new job - a better opportunity
01|01|21 - Started CPA Australia qualification
10|02|21 - Lodged 887 visa application
June 2021 - First CPA subject passed
Nov 2021 - 2nd CPA Subject passed
June 2022 - 3rd and 4th CPA subject passed
Nov 2022 - 5th subject passed (failed the other one)
Feb 2023 - PR visa granted
June 2023 - Officially a CPA Australia member.
July 2023 - Purchased a land where to build our home
Posts: 24Member
Joined: May 11, 2018
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Posts: 2,125Member
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Apr 26, 2013 ACS Result- Suitable
Feb 21,2013 Submitted ACS online assessment - Software Tester
May 9, 2016 PTE Exam Result L/R/S/W- 71/69/83/72 Passed Thank you Papa Jesus
Aug 18,2016 ACS Result- Suitable -Software Engineer
Aug 19, 2016 Lodged EOI for subclass 190
July 13, 2017 Lodged EOI and Submitted Application for subclass 489
Aug 12, 2017 ITA Received
Aug 25,2017 Scheduled Medical Test
Aug 28, 2017 Medical Cleared(No Action Required)
Aug 30, 2017 NBI Clearance PH
Sept 15, 2017 SG COC Fingerprint and Collection
Sept 20, 2017 Visa Lodge
Nov 1, 2017 CO Contact (Requesting to Send PTE Score Report to DIBP which I already did before)
Mar 6, 2018 Visa Grant
Visa 887 Timeline
July 25, 2020 Visa Lodge
Oct 12, 2020 Visa Grant
Citizenship Timeline
July 4, 2022 Submitted Citizenship Application
Dec 21, 2022 Invitation for Exam(Need to reschedule the exam)
Feb 21, 2023 Citizenship Exam
April 3, 2023 Received Approval Letter
June 22, 2023 Citizenship Ceremony
*****Dream big, think positive and Pray to God*****
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233211 - Civil Engineer
SC189: 80
03-03-2018: IELTS (Proficient)
28-03-2018: EA MSA/RSEA (fast track)
15-05-2018: EA comments
17-05-2018: Reply to EA comments
18-05-2018: EA MSA Positive Assessment
24-05-2018: PTE-A (Superior)
25-05-2018: EOI
06-06-2018: ITA (189)
07-06-2018: Visa Lodged (partner & 1 dependent)
13-06-2018: SG COC uploaded
23-06-2018: All Health examinations provided
27-06-2018: NBI Clearance uploaded
15-09-2018: Visa Grant
Posts: 24Member
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Posts: 24Member
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Posts: 2,125Member
Joined: Mar 01, 2011
Apr 26, 2013 ACS Result- Suitable
Feb 21,2013 Submitted ACS online assessment - Software Tester
May 9, 2016 PTE Exam Result L/R/S/W- 71/69/83/72 Passed Thank you Papa Jesus
Aug 18,2016 ACS Result- Suitable -Software Engineer
Aug 19, 2016 Lodged EOI for subclass 190
July 13, 2017 Lodged EOI and Submitted Application for subclass 489
Aug 12, 2017 ITA Received
Aug 25,2017 Scheduled Medical Test
Aug 28, 2017 Medical Cleared(No Action Required)
Aug 30, 2017 NBI Clearance PH
Sept 15, 2017 SG COC Fingerprint and Collection
Sept 20, 2017 Visa Lodge
Nov 1, 2017 CO Contact (Requesting to Send PTE Score Report to DIBP which I already did before)
Mar 6, 2018 Visa Grant
Visa 887 Timeline
July 25, 2020 Visa Lodge
Oct 12, 2020 Visa Grant
Citizenship Timeline
July 4, 2022 Submitted Citizenship Application
Dec 21, 2022 Invitation for Exam(Need to reschedule the exam)
Feb 21, 2023 Citizenship Exam
April 3, 2023 Received Approval Letter
June 22, 2023 Citizenship Ceremony
*****Dream big, think positive and Pray to God*****
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