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Posts: 28Member
Joined: Nov 08, 2016
Sa mga nakareceive po ng 190 invites, did you also submitted EOIs for visa 491? I’m quite hesitant na mag submit ng 491, cos im really hoping for 190 sana pero kung wala pa rin invite, I’ll try my luck na din sa 491.
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Joined: Jul 09, 2019
In the case of invites we don't know in one or two rounds the allocations will deplete that fast ,even for VIC and NSW na madami pa sa tally last January almost gone na. Is like a funnel and lottery whichever comes first at 190/491 is almost always fine naman. Baka kasi by the time 190 runs out ,491 also runs out. Is best to cast your net wider to get one than not hold any.
ANZSCO 233211 Civil Engineer (Offshore) | Age: 25| English: 20 | Experience: 15| Education: 15 | Partner Points: 05 (Competent English) |NAATI: 05 |State :05
SC190 NSW = 90
Timeline:
17 Apr 2023: Took PTE Exam: Superior
29 May 2023: Spouse PTE Exam: Competent
15 May 2023: Submitted relevant employment docs, work pass and DRAFT CDR to agent
29 May 2023: Agent submitted EA MSA CDR + RSEA to Engineers Australia
8 July 2023: EA MSA CDR + RSEA result: Suitable for migration
26 July 2023: took the NAATI CCL
13 Aug 2023: results out for NAATI exam
15 Aug 2023: Agent updated EOI for CCL points (+5)
13 Sep 2023: Agent created EOI for SC 190 NSW
02 Nov 2023: Pre-invited by NSW
06 Nov 2023: Nomination submitted to NSW
09 Nov 2023: Nomination application approved & ITA received
29 Nov 2023: Visa lodgment and medicals booked
11 Dec 2023: Medicals completed
xx-xx-xx - Visa GRANT
Posts: 157Member
Joined: May 23, 2020
Thank you sa inspiring kwento and AFAM series @mathilde9 and @Ozdrims
I might send an EOI too with QLD. Tbh I agree with you guys, even though ultimate plan talaga for now is makapag AU that doesn’t mean na wala na tayo back up plan.
I am thinking of furthering my qualifications by doing an open uni course sa UP. I know it might seem worthless if nasa AU na ako but I need a backup plan. And that is to have a more successful career here in the PH.
I’m also on track to becoming a supervisor in my current company. So while I’m waiting my turn to be invited I will keep on padding up my qualifications para di man agad mainvite makapag ipon naman ng pang pocket money. Haha.
Backup backup plan is mag AFAM na lang din. Jk. Magpakuha na lang sa kapatid na soon baka makapagsponsor ng relatives sa ibang bansa. Super tagal pa nito maging reality but still a plan.
I know that we can make it on our own, and we will have our turn to have our own spotlight, a golden email or doing the big move. For now even though yung hope is running low, I will still keep it. Heck, nagawa ko na yung documentation part. Maghihintay na lang. But daamn, is it the hardest to wait for something that isn’t a 100% possibility.
Salamat sa inyo for keeping my hope alive. Good luck sa atin. 🥰
__DIY Journey. ✈️🇦🇺🦘 soooon __
Nominated Occupation > Agricultural Engineer
**Points Breakdown**: Age - 30 points | English - Superior 20 points| Qualifications (BS) - 15 points | Experience (8 yrs +) - 15 points | Single - 10 points = TOTAL POINTS > SC189 - 90 points; > SC190 - 95 points; SC491 - 105 points.
08.01.2023 - Started CDR Preparation
08.25.2023 - Completed CDR/ CPD/ SS
09.01.2023 - Start PTE Exam Preparation
09.23.2023 - PTE Exam Proper
09.23.2023 - PTE Result > L - 88 | R - 90 | S - 90 | W - 79 > Superior - 1 take only 🥳🤩🥰
09.27.2023 - EA Skills Assessment Initial Document Upload (found some inconsistencies with date, had to postpone submission) 😭
09.28.2023 - EA Skills Assessment Submitted, RSEA + Fast Track
10.18.2023 - EA Skills Assessment in Progress update 😍
11.08.2023 - EA Skills Assessment Outcome - POSITIVE with 6 yrs + RSEA
11.08.2023 - Immediately Submitted EOI for SC 189 with 85 points
11.09.2023 - Submitted EOI / ROI for SC190 with 90 points for NSW/ VIC/ SA
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
01.09.2023 - Submitted EOI for SC 491 for NSW with 100 points
01.19.2023 - Edited All EOIs for SC 189/190/491 to reflect new position in work
01.24.2023 - Withdrawn EOI 190 / ROI for SA, Resubmitted EOI 491 / ROI for SA
07.25.2024 - Updated All EOIs for SC 189/190/491 to reflect promotion in work
09.30.2024 - Booked NAATI Exam for extra +5 points (scheduled at 11.13.2024)
10.08.2024 - INCREASE IN POINTS - 8 years working experience +5 points baby; EOI’s recalculated for SC189, SC190 - NSW/QLD, SC491 - VIC/ SA/ NSW/ QLD
11.07.2024 - Invited to Apply - SC 189 🏆 📧; Cancelled NAATI Exam.
11.09.2024 - LODGED - Visa Application for SC 189 🇦🇺
11.09.2024 - Withdrawn all other EOIs (NSW/VIC/SA/QLD). EOI of SC189 is now LOCKED. 🔒
11.18.2024 - Schedule for Medical at SLEC 🩺 BGC
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in my case, i only submitted sa 189 and 190 (NSW lang). thank G, i luckily got invited.
but of course, the plan b was to take NAATI and broaden my chances by applying to all available visas and states. there should always be plan b. max out your points, kung hindi pa.
gets ko yung hesitation. kung may laban naman yung points and anzsco mo, and you still have plenty of time, meaning you have the luxury to wait, id say wait. but know until when to wait, coz time will not always be your friend. wishing you all the best! invite dust coming your way ✨✨✨
m(au)nifesting 🇦🇺
Posts: 28Member
Joined: Nov 08, 2016
Thank you @ozdrims and @casssie for your inputs, very insightful. We're going to submit for 491 as well to increase our chances of going to AU as soon as possible.
Posts: 61Member
Joined: Nov 16, 2022
Also, good to consider din yung mga recruitment agencies (https://filipiknow.net/philippine-agency-for-australia/).
Nung nag Medical kasi kami ng partner ko, halos lahat nang kausaup ko dun puro 482(temporary Skill Shortage visa). Sobrang bilis ng processing time! Yung iba mga kausap ko feb lang nag submit ng mga requirements dun sa agency tas interview, tapos last week nag medical na kasi mag invite na cla. Chineck ko processing time ng 482 after lodge, less than 3 months lang, compared to 190/491 na 8-13 months. Also, may path din yung 482 for PR. Kung nalaman ko lang yung 482 na visa na to almost 2 years ago, nag ganun nalang sana ako
**Developer Programmer - 261312 | 189(70pts) | 190(75pts) **
~~Sept 5, 22 - Started collecting documents/requirements
~~Nov 7, 22 - Submitted skill assessment(ACS)
~~Nov 10, 22 - PTE (Proficient)
~~Jan 23, 23 - Negative skill assessment: Walang detailed info yung COE ng current and previous employers
~~Feb 03, 23 - Requested to review Skill assessment(ACS)
~~May 10, 23 - Positive skill assessment:
~~~~AQF Bachelor Degree with a Major in computing
~~~~Appropriately skilled level and relevant to ANZSCO Code 261312 (Developer Programmer)
~~May 10, 23 - EOI(189) Submission
~~May 11, 23 - EOI(190) NSW, WA, SA, QLD Submission
~~June 03, 23 - Appealed skill assessment(ACS) (Wanted to get more experience years for additional points)
~~June 27, 23 - PTE (Proficient)
~~July 10, 23 - PTE (Superior)
~~Jan 12, 24 - NSW Pre invite
~~Feb 08, 24 - Invitation to Apply
~~Feb 19, 24 - Lodged Visa
~~March 4, 24 - Medical
~~March 8, 24 - Positive results on medical reflected on Immi
??? Visa Grant ???
Joined: Feb 18, 2024
Hello, may I know your ANSCO code po and how many points when you got invited for 190 (NSW)? Kasi nung chineck ko yung sakin (Systems Administrator) walang shortage for that occupation, kahit ata maka-90 points ako, baka di ako mainvite
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hello hello! anzsco 261312 developer programmer, 85+5
ano breakdown ng points mo?
m(au)nifesting 🇦🇺
Joined: Feb 18, 2024
@casssie 85+5 rin ako if makakuha ng Superior sa PTE
Age: 30
English: 20
Work experience outside Australia: 10
Qualifications: 15
Partner skills: 10
Posts: 676Member
Joined: Nov 15, 2022
which state? pa-superior ka na. may mga states kasi na prefer nila superior english. skilled partner yung 10 mo?
m(au)nifesting 🇦🇺
Joined: Feb 18, 2024
Nagcocollect pa lang ako ng documents, kahit saang state wala naman ako prefer. Yes skilled yung partner ko, Software Tester siya. Bale magpapa-assess pa lang ako sa ACS, I'm confused which occupation to choose. System Admin talaga yung work ko pero nung chineck ko yung ANZSCO, same naman yung tasks ng System Admin at ICT Security Specialist. Pero yung description not the same. Parang ok rin yung ICT Security Specialist kasi pasok sa 189 visa. Then meron akong mga skills na pasok rin sa ICT Support Engineer na role. Any advice po?
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this is where you strategize. check mo yung mga recent invites. whatever anzsco you end up with, make sure you can support your claims to get a positive skills assessment.
ACS will launch a new application process this month, you can nominate up to 3 anzsco!!!
m(au)nifesting 🇦🇺
Posts: 1,460Member, Moderator
Joined: Jul 09, 2019
QLD sent invites for 491 Agricultural Consultant @MidnightPanda12 yesterday
ANZSCO 233211 Civil Engineer (Offshore) | Age: 25| English: 20 | Experience: 15| Education: 15 | Partner Points: 05 (Competent English) |NAATI: 05 |State :05
SC190 NSW = 90
Timeline:
17 Apr 2023: Took PTE Exam: Superior
29 May 2023: Spouse PTE Exam: Competent
15 May 2023: Submitted relevant employment docs, work pass and DRAFT CDR to agent
29 May 2023: Agent submitted EA MSA CDR + RSEA to Engineers Australia
8 July 2023: EA MSA CDR + RSEA result: Suitable for migration
26 July 2023: took the NAATI CCL
13 Aug 2023: results out for NAATI exam
15 Aug 2023: Agent updated EOI for CCL points (+5)
13 Sep 2023: Agent created EOI for SC 190 NSW
02 Nov 2023: Pre-invited by NSW
06 Nov 2023: Nomination submitted to NSW
09 Nov 2023: Nomination application approved & ITA received
29 Nov 2023: Visa lodgment and medicals booked
11 Dec 2023: Medicals completed
xx-xx-xx - Visa GRANT
Posts: 1,460Member, Moderator
Joined: Jul 09, 2019
For those interested in an online session for NSW Regional Migration ,slots are still open as of this time.
ANZSCO 233211 Civil Engineer (Offshore) | Age: 25| English: 20 | Experience: 15| Education: 15 | Partner Points: 05 (Competent English) |NAATI: 05 |State :05
SC190 NSW = 90
Timeline:
17 Apr 2023: Took PTE Exam: Superior
29 May 2023: Spouse PTE Exam: Competent
15 May 2023: Submitted relevant employment docs, work pass and DRAFT CDR to agent
29 May 2023: Agent submitted EA MSA CDR + RSEA to Engineers Australia
8 July 2023: EA MSA CDR + RSEA result: Suitable for migration
26 July 2023: took the NAATI CCL
13 Aug 2023: results out for NAATI exam
15 Aug 2023: Agent updated EOI for CCL points (+5)
13 Sep 2023: Agent created EOI for SC 190 NSW
02 Nov 2023: Pre-invited by NSW
06 Nov 2023: Nomination submitted to NSW
09 Nov 2023: Nomination application approved & ITA received
29 Nov 2023: Visa lodgment and medicals booked
11 Dec 2023: Medicals completed
xx-xx-xx - Visa GRANT
Joined: Mar 30, 2023
Yes, our agent submitted EOIs for both 190 and 491 visas across all eligible states. Initially, we were only planning for the 190 VIC and avoiding the 491, but our agent advised against putting all our eggs in one basket, especially with the reduced quota this year and the highly competitive environment. True enough, we received an invitation from NSW for the 190 visa. Although the 491 visa doesn’t immediately grant Permanent Residency status, it certainly opens a pathway toward Australia PR, with nearly all the benefits enjoyed by PR holders. I would suggest considering applying for all eligible states and the 491 visa to increase your chances of securing an invitation. Hope you get an invite soon!
ANZSCO 262111 Database Administrator (Offshore) | Age: 25 | English: 20 | Experience: 15 | Education: 15 | Partner Qualifications: 5 | State: 190: 5 | TOTAL: 190 = 85
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Joined: Nov 15, 2022
m(au)nifesting 🇦🇺
Joined: Aug 25, 2023
Good luck po! More invites to come!
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Joined: Nov 15, 2021
Ayan na ngaaaa. More invites!!
OCCUPATION : SOFTWARE ENGINEER (261313) ~~ DIY. Offshore.
Total Points ~~ NSW SC190: 90pts
Points Breakdown:
Age:25 | English:20 | Employment:15 | Education:15 | Single:10
Been to Australia a few times and I just wanted to settle there. "I belong here" ganon.
~~~~
10 2021 - Research about AU migration; read a lot of related articles; consulted with agent for initial assessment. Decided to DIY.
11 2021 - PTE (Proficient)
11 2021 - Suitable ACS Skills Assessment received (8+ years suitable, 5weeks 4days TAT)
~~~~
01 2022 - EOIs submitted (matumal and slight hiatus since na-busy sa ibang bagay)
~~~~
09 2023 - PTE retake (Superior 90 overall)
09 2023 - Updated EOIs to reflect +10pts on English Test
11 2023 - ACS Assessment expired T_T (but already prepared for re-assessment a few weeks before)
11 2023 - ACS deemed my skills unsuitable because of missing documents. Nilaban ko.
12 2023 - Suitable ACS Skills reassessment (8+ years) after 1month of review and pangungulit (no fee incurred, fault nila)
12 2023 - Some EOIs expired T_T
12 2023 - New EOIs submitted (NSW, VIC, ACT, and 189)
~~~~
02 2024 - Booked NAATI Exam (desperate to max out point for a chance of invite)
02 2024 - Received NSW 190 pre-invite!! ✩₊˚ (tears of joy, TYL! ). Cancelled NAATI test at 75% refund.
02 2024 - Final NSW ITA received after 1 business day ✩₊˚
02 2024 - Visa Lodgement
02 2024 - Medicals. Cleared after 1 business day @ SATA AMK
02 2024 - Singapore Police Clearance. Completed/claimed after 6 business days
_ _ 2024 - ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧** Visa Grant! **✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧
Posts: 676Member
Joined: Nov 15, 2022
m(au)nifesting 🇦🇺
Joined: Dec 21, 2023
may na-invite na po ba?
ANZSCO 263111 Computer Network and Systems Engineer (Onshore) | Age: 30| English: 20 | Experience: 10| Education: 15 | Partner Points: 05 (Competent English) State :05
13 Dec 2023 - Lodged EOI/ROI
Joined: Jul 10, 2023
good luck to us all waiting for invites !!
ANZSCO 263311 Telecommunication Engineer (Offshore) | Age: 25| English: 20 | Experience: 15| Education: 15 | Partner Points: 05 (Competent English)|State :05
SC189 = 85 | SC190 NSW, QLD, VIC = 90
Timeline:
10 July 2023: PTE Exam - Superior
27 JUL 2023: Agent submitted EA MSA CDR + RSEA to Engineers Australia
11 Sep 2023: EA MSA CDR result: Suitable for migration
12 Sep 2023: Agent submitted EOI for SC189 | SC 190 NSW, QLD and VIC
Joined: Dec 21, 2022
sabay sabay po tayong manalangin! 🙏🙏🙏
Posts: 1,460Member, Moderator
Joined: Jul 09, 2019
VIC will conduct a round today
The very best of luck and may VIC invite fill your emails today!
ANZSCO 233211 Civil Engineer (Offshore) | Age: 25| English: 20 | Experience: 15| Education: 15 | Partner Points: 05 (Competent English) |NAATI: 05 |State :05
SC190 NSW = 90
Timeline:
17 Apr 2023: Took PTE Exam: Superior
29 May 2023: Spouse PTE Exam: Competent
15 May 2023: Submitted relevant employment docs, work pass and DRAFT CDR to agent
29 May 2023: Agent submitted EA MSA CDR + RSEA to Engineers Australia
8 July 2023: EA MSA CDR + RSEA result: Suitable for migration
26 July 2023: took the NAATI CCL
13 Aug 2023: results out for NAATI exam
15 Aug 2023: Agent updated EOI for CCL points (+5)
13 Sep 2023: Agent created EOI for SC 190 NSW
02 Nov 2023: Pre-invited by NSW
06 Nov 2023: Nomination submitted to NSW
09 Nov 2023: Nomination application approved & ITA received
29 Nov 2023: Visa lodgment and medicals booked
11 Dec 2023: Medicals completed
xx-xx-xx - Visa GRANT
Joined: Jun 06, 2022
Sana marami mainvite dito!
"In God's Perfect Time"
AU MIGRATION JOURNEY WITH SPOUSE
(Industrial Engineer with Spouse)
SC189: 80pts: SC190: 85pts: SC491: 95pts
23 Jun 2022: Booked PTE Exam
July-Aug 2022: Review PTE
31 Aug 2022: PTE Examination
31 Aug 2022: Same day result (L-80, R-85, S-90, W-82) SUPERIOR! Thank you, Lord!
Sept 2022-May 2023: Got busy with work and businesses
June 2023: Start again to collect docs from previous companies and prepare CDR & RSEA
03 Aug 2023: Submit EA Assessment CDR+RSEA (Fast track)
28 Aug 2023: EA status: Assessment in Progress
04 Sept 2023: EA RFI: Additional Pay slips for current job
05 Sept 2023: Submit additional pay slips
21 Sept 2023: Received Positive Assessment & 8yrs+ RSEA Awarded. TYG!
23 Sept 2023: Submit EOI for SC189
24 Sept 2023: Submit Multiple EOIs
19 Dec 2023: VIC 190 - Pre-invitation TYG!
02 Jan 2024: VIC 190 Final Invitation and ITA received TYG!
12 Jan 2024: Visa Lodgment
17 Jan 2024: Attached form 80 and 1221
24 Jan 2024: Medical Cleared - SALAMAT SA DYOS!
24 Jan 2024: Withdrawn other EOIs
*** 2024: Visa Granted - Manifesting!!!
*** 2024: Got an AU Job while offshore -Manifesting!!!
*** 2024: BIG Move!!! - Manifesting!!!
Joined: Jan 30, 2023
@Ozdrims said:
VIC will conduct a round today
The very best of luck and may VIC invite fill your emails today!
Anyone received pre-invite? Pashare naman jan.
May our tables turn naman. Galaw-galaw
Joined: Jun 06, 2022
"In God's Perfect Time"
AU MIGRATION JOURNEY WITH SPOUSE
(Industrial Engineer with Spouse)
SC189: 80pts: SC190: 85pts: SC491: 95pts
23 Jun 2022: Booked PTE Exam
July-Aug 2022: Review PTE
31 Aug 2022: PTE Examination
31 Aug 2022: Same day result (L-80, R-85, S-90, W-82) SUPERIOR! Thank you, Lord!
Sept 2022-May 2023: Got busy with work and businesses
June 2023: Start again to collect docs from previous companies and prepare CDR & RSEA
03 Aug 2023: Submit EA Assessment CDR+RSEA (Fast track)
28 Aug 2023: EA status: Assessment in Progress
04 Sept 2023: EA RFI: Additional Pay slips for current job
05 Sept 2023: Submit additional pay slips
21 Sept 2023: Received Positive Assessment & 8yrs+ RSEA Awarded. TYG!
23 Sept 2023: Submit EOI for SC189
24 Sept 2023: Submit Multiple EOIs
19 Dec 2023: VIC 190 - Pre-invitation TYG!
02 Jan 2024: VIC 190 Final Invitation and ITA received TYG!
12 Jan 2024: Visa Lodgment
17 Jan 2024: Attached form 80 and 1221
24 Jan 2024: Medical Cleared - SALAMAT SA DYOS!
24 Jan 2024: Withdrawn other EOIs
*** 2024: Visa Granted - Manifesting!!!
*** 2024: Got an AU Job while offshore -Manifesting!!!
*** 2024: BIG Move!!! - Manifesting!!!
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Joined: May 23, 2020
Better luck next time.
Pakigalaw baso NSW.
__DIY Journey. ✈️🇦🇺🦘 soooon __
Nominated Occupation > Agricultural Engineer
**Points Breakdown**: Age - 30 points | English - Superior 20 points| Qualifications (BS) - 15 points | Experience (8 yrs +) - 15 points | Single - 10 points = TOTAL POINTS > SC189 - 90 points; > SC190 - 95 points; SC491 - 105 points.
08.01.2023 - Started CDR Preparation
08.25.2023 - Completed CDR/ CPD/ SS
09.01.2023 - Start PTE Exam Preparation
09.23.2023 - PTE Exam Proper
09.23.2023 - PTE Result > L - 88 | R - 90 | S - 90 | W - 79 > Superior - 1 take only 🥳🤩🥰
09.27.2023 - EA Skills Assessment Initial Document Upload (found some inconsistencies with date, had to postpone submission) 😭
09.28.2023 - EA Skills Assessment Submitted, RSEA + Fast Track
10.18.2023 - EA Skills Assessment in Progress update 😍
11.08.2023 - EA Skills Assessment Outcome - POSITIVE with 6 yrs + RSEA
11.08.2023 - Immediately Submitted EOI for SC 189 with 85 points
11.09.2023 - Submitted EOI / ROI for SC190 with 90 points for NSW/ VIC/ SA
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
01.09.2023 - Submitted EOI for SC 491 for NSW with 100 points
01.19.2023 - Edited All EOIs for SC 189/190/491 to reflect new position in work
01.24.2023 - Withdrawn EOI 190 / ROI for SA, Resubmitted EOI 491 / ROI for SA
07.25.2024 - Updated All EOIs for SC 189/190/491 to reflect promotion in work
09.30.2024 - Booked NAATI Exam for extra +5 points (scheduled at 11.13.2024)
10.08.2024 - INCREASE IN POINTS - 8 years working experience +5 points baby; EOI’s recalculated for SC189, SC190 - NSW/QLD, SC491 - VIC/ SA/ NSW/ QLD
11.07.2024 - Invited to Apply - SC 189 🏆 📧; Cancelled NAATI Exam.
11.09.2024 - LODGED - Visa Application for SC 189 🇦🇺
11.09.2024 - Withdrawn all other EOIs (NSW/VIC/SA/QLD). EOI of SC189 is now LOCKED. 🔒
11.18.2024 - Schedule for Medical at SLEC 🩺 BGC
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oo nga eh, almost 1.5k allocation pa naiwan sa NSW
m(au)nifesting 🇦🇺
Joined: Aug 25, 2023
Sana gamitin lahat yan ng NSW. Huy NSW gising na. 1 month ka na mahigit tulog
Joined: Dec 21, 2022
tapos na po kaya ang vic round?