Hi, anybody here losing hope of ever getting an invitation or nomination from AU? Labas mo sama ng loob mo sa universe at sa Pilipinas dito. Haha. Jk.
On a more serious note, I’ve been waiting for almost a year na din. Recent 189 invites for my profession (Agricultural Engineer 233912 is 95 points sa 189), I currently have 85 points. This coming October I’ll have additional 5 points from having 8 years of experience. So I got that to look forward.
On the edge on getting that NAATI certificate but sobrang nawawalan na ako ng pag-asa. Worse is I might get passed on again tapos baka next year tumaas na sa 100 points yung occupational ceiling sa amin. Hayss.
I just really wanna get out of the Philippines na, I know that I’m putting a lot of my eggs like 10/12 into AU. I don’t have any generational wealth to back into. I’m all doing these on my measly income. Thinking that I could all get it back once I get that golden visa. Pero there are times na sobrang mapapaisip ka na lang if I’m just throwing money into nothing..
Well, I got 1/2 years into my EA skills assessment until I pay another for renewal - still paying that badboy every month kasi kinaskas lang. Lol. And I got 1/3 years into that PTE scores. Time is still my friend pero it is also a bitch. Had I been a year earlier (wayback 2022), when 189 invites rain like there was no tomorrow baka onshore na din ako.
Like many hopefuls, I hope we all receive our well deserved invites and grants. I know that there will be realists and harsh comments that might flood here sending reality checks such as: well di ka dapat umasa sa di sigurado, or it is a privilege not a right, or other hateful comments. We are all dreamers, we all hoped for a better future. I’m just hoping…
Spread love.. Let us hope that this holiday season matupad na yung gift na hinihiling natin.
Kapit lang.
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
2023
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!! 2024
01.09.2024 - Submitted EOI for SC 491 for NSW with 100 points
01.19.2024 - Edited All EOIs for SC 189/190/491 to reflect new position in work
01.24.2024 - 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.
Received my invitation to apply exactly 365 days (leap year) after I submitted my EOI.
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 - Immigration Medical Exam at St. Lukes Extension Clinic BGC
11.19.2024 - Attached Joint Affidavit of Two Disinterested Person for Birth Certificate Clerical Error re: Mother’s First Name
11.19.2024 - Health Clearance Provided - No further actions required
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Posts: 276Member
Joined: Jan 11, 2018
@MidnightPanda12 for me, get naati, maybe I'm on the same boat as you before. Wala ding generation wealth. Medyo hesitant ako nung una kasi ang mahal ng Naati, pero ang nasa isip ko during that time is not about money, its about time and regret later on na sasabhin ko sa sarili ko, sana pala nag take ako nang naati, or dapat pala nag pa max points talaga ako. Halos wala nadin ako pag asa kasi biglang nag lock down due to covid, then buti nag introduce si naati ng online hehe. Fastforward andito na kame sa landdownunder. So, don't lose hope, keep praying, in God's perfect timing it will happen. Cheers.
God is good all the time!
Age: 25 | English : 20 | Work Experience : 15 | Qualifications: 15 | CCL: 5 | Partner: 5
Production or Plant Engineer (233513)
22/03/2019 - Positive Skill Assessment Outcome
31/12/2019 - PTE Superior
15/07/2020 - NAATI CCL Passed
12/09/2020 - Partner English Passed
25/11/2021 - Pre-Invite - SA
20/12/2021 - ITA Received
16/02/2022 - Visa Lodged
05/09/2022 - CO Contact - Form 815
03/11/2022 - CO Contact - New Medical Exam request/Form 815
12/12/2022 - Visa Grant - THANK YOU, LORD!
Posts: 739Member
Joined: Nov 15, 2022
di mo pa nga ginagawa, nawawalan ka na ng pag-asa? wag mo muna sukuan. tatagan mo pa. kapitan mo pa nang mahigpit. 💪
i agree, take naati na. push lang ng push for that additional pts. that +5 will definitely help you.
by october, 85 (current pts) + 5 (work exp) + 5 (naati) = 95 pts.
who knows, baka magkaroon ng 189 invitation round before this year ends, and you'll get that golden invitation 💌✨
sabi nga, "I'd rather have a life of "oh wells" rather than a life of "what ifs".
FIGHTING!
m(au)nifesting 🇦🇺
Posts: 1,545Member, Moderator
Joined: Jul 09, 2019
Thanks @MidnightPanda12 for creating awareness sa mga future migrants, hopeful pa din na dumami pa mag maiinvite dito. Tapos sana mainvite ka na din! in God's will. I will not ask you to wait in vain but wait for it and be strong, love all about the journey -i know how frustrating it is to wait - if it happens it happens you will get invited.
Free mangarap and that keeps us going. Para walang regrets -do whatever it takes lang sa abot nang kaya don't force it if di pa kaya - you have your own time, things will happen for the best para sa yo.
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
11 October 2024: started the renewal of PCC /COC/NBI clearances SG and PH for both of us
14 November 2024: Updated COCs for both of us and wife's NBI cert to IMMI through agent
4 December 2024: I updated my NBI certificate by myself
xx-xx-xx - Visa GRANT
Posts: 212Member
Joined: May 23, 2020
Thank you for the boost of confidence. I guess that’s my next step na nga din.
Sabi nga din ni @casssie better to have oh wells instead of what if.
Especially I would be able to reach that 95 points pag nakapag NAATI na ako. Sa sobrang paranoid ko nga kagabi napasearch din ako kung gaano kadami ba allocations for 189 and kung gaano kadami na nainvite.
Sabi sa planning level 16,900 ang allocations for 189 invitation. They invited around 8,000 this September, so still half.
So yeah, sana nga we could have invitations na same this September…
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
2023
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!! 2024
01.09.2024 - Submitted EOI for SC 491 for NSW with 100 points
01.19.2024 - Edited All EOIs for SC 189/190/491 to reflect new position in work
01.24.2024 - 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.
Received my invitation to apply exactly 365 days (leap year) after I submitted my EOI.
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 - Immigration Medical Exam at St. Lukes Extension Clinic BGC
11.19.2024 - Attached Joint Affidavit of Two Disinterested Person for Birth Certificate Clerical Error re: Mother’s First Name
11.19.2024 - Health Clearance Provided - No further actions required
WAIT for the GOLDEN EMAIL 📧 BEGINS
Joined: Jan 27, 2023
Same here..still waiting for more than a year na to be invited..already maxed the points na 95 for 190...took PTE nth times..Skills assessment 3x..partner skills assessment..daming gastos..haha
Hopefully mainvite na..if not no regrets atleast nagtry..
I've been in AU 2x for work o short projects from my previous employeer..It was a very good experience....I was asked by my boss before kung anung masasabi ko sa AU sabi okay lng nmn..sinabihan ba nmn ako ng andami2 daw gusto pumunta sa AU tapos sabihin ko okay lng daw..haha
Had I asked for sponsoship before baka binigyan ako..kc isa sa katrabaho was offered sponsorship recently although that time hindi pa ako decided 100% to migrate..na home sick ako..lol..I guess isa to sa what ifs ko..hehe
Moved on from that company then pandemics hits nagiba perspective..the decision to pursue AU migration is more for my kids..
262113 - Systems Administrator | Age: 25 | English: 20 | Work (offshore) : 15 | Qualification: 15 | Partner Skills: 10 | NAATI: 5 | Total: 95 (SC190) | 105 (SC491)
263212 - ICT Support Engineer | Age: 25 | English: 20 | Work (offshore) : 15 | Qualification: 15 | Partner Skills: 10 | NAATI: 5 | Total: 95 (SC190) | 105 (SC491)
01.2023 - Decided to pursue AU Dream after watching BizdakOZ in Youtube! lol This was a long time plan few years back...nabuhay ulit yung plan during pandemic..
01.2023 - Tons of research/readings and youtube videos to understand migration process and pathways. Luckily I found this forum...
02.2023 - Started Gathering all documents for ACS Skills Assessment
03.2023 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment for ICT Security Specialist
06.2023 - ACS Recommendation - change ANZSCO code to Systems Administrator; Paid additional $200 aud
06.2023 - ACS Result - Suitable for Migration for Systems Administrator
06.2023 - PTE Exam Result - Proficient (Main Applicant), Competent (Spouse)
07.2023 - Submitted EOI (Systems Administrator) for SC190 (75) and SC491 (85) | All States
07.2023 - PTE Exam Retake 2x - Proficient
08.2023 - PTE Exam Retake 1x - Proficient
01.2024 - PTE Exam Retake 2x - Superior (Finally!!!)
01.2024 - Updated EOI + 10 points for PTE Superior | SC190 (85) and SC491 (95)
01.2024 - Scheduled NAATI Exam - 02.2024
01.2024 - NAATI CCL review with Maam Venie (Highly recommended yung guidance and practice test ni Maam Venie/Veng)
02.2024 - Rescheduled NAATI CCL Exam to 04.2024 due to health reason
02.2024 - Majority of the the invites in the past rounds for ICT are Software Engineers, Business Analyst and Systems Analyst
02.2024 - Decided to submit another ACS Skills Assessment for Systems Analyst
02.2024 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment for Systems Analyst
03.2024 - ACS Recommendation - change ANZSCO code to Systems Administrator or ICT Support Engineer - Need to pay $200 aud
03.2024 - Opted not to go for the ACS recommendation; ACS Result - Unsuitable for Migration for Systems Analyst
04.2024 - NAATI CCL Exam - Passed
04.2024 - Updated EOI + 5 points for NAATI CCL | SC190 (90) and SC491 (100)
07.2024 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment (3 skills) for Main Applicant and Spouse (RPL Pathway)
09.2024 - ACS Result (RPL Pathway) - Suitable for Migration for my Spouse on 3 Skills nominated (Systems Analyst, Business Analyst, ICT Support Engineer)
09.2024 - Updated EOI + 5 points for Skilled Partner | SC190 (95) and SC491 (105)
10.2024 - ACS Result - Suitable for Migration for Main Applicant on ICT Support Engineer; Not Suitable for Migration on Systems Analyst and Business Analyst
10.2024 - Submitted EOI (ICT Support Engineer) for SC190 (95) and SC491 (105) | All States
10.2024 - Pre-invite received (October 10) from NSW SC190 - Systems Administrator! OMG!!! Thank you Lord!!! Wow we did not expect to be invited in the first round in NSW..
10.2024 - Applied for Nomination on the same day; Nomination Approved (October 16) after 4 business days
10.2024 - NSW Visa 190 Application - LODGED (October 23)
11.2024 - Medicals Done (November 4) at NHS Makati; Health Clearance provided after 5 days; Withdrawn other Active EOI's
--Awaiting VISA GRANT!--
Posts: 212Member
Joined: May 23, 2020
Gotta say that I admire your will to take several PTE tests not to mention go through 3x of skills assessment. What happened sa assessment did you lodge into three different occupations?
Totoo, iba talaga yung shift in perspective after pandemic. For me, mas nareinforce talaga yung drive to go abroad. And I do not want this forum to be political but politics played a huge part on why I decided to dream of going out.
Kapit lang. Nararamdaman ko maiinvite tayo this holiday season.
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
2023
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!! 2024
01.09.2024 - Submitted EOI for SC 491 for NSW with 100 points
01.19.2024 - Edited All EOIs for SC 189/190/491 to reflect new position in work
01.24.2024 - 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.
Received my invitation to apply exactly 365 days (leap year) after I submitted my EOI.
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 - Immigration Medical Exam at St. Lukes Extension Clinic BGC
11.19.2024 - Attached Joint Affidavit of Two Disinterested Person for Birth Certificate Clerical Error re: Mother’s First Name
11.19.2024 - Health Clearance Provided - No further actions required
WAIT for the GOLDEN EMAIL 📧 BEGINS
Joined: Jan 27, 2023
Isang skills pa lng..unsuccessful yung 2nd ko hindi na ako ngappeal..waiting ako ng result for 3rd skills assessment (3 anzsco)..Nag naati dn pala ako last april to increase points..
Hopefully we will get that invite..
262113 - Systems Administrator | Age: 25 | English: 20 | Work (offshore) : 15 | Qualification: 15 | Partner Skills: 10 | NAATI: 5 | Total: 95 (SC190) | 105 (SC491)
263212 - ICT Support Engineer | Age: 25 | English: 20 | Work (offshore) : 15 | Qualification: 15 | Partner Skills: 10 | NAATI: 5 | Total: 95 (SC190) | 105 (SC491)
01.2023 - Decided to pursue AU Dream after watching BizdakOZ in Youtube! lol This was a long time plan few years back...nabuhay ulit yung plan during pandemic..
01.2023 - Tons of research/readings and youtube videos to understand migration process and pathways. Luckily I found this forum...
02.2023 - Started Gathering all documents for ACS Skills Assessment
03.2023 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment for ICT Security Specialist
06.2023 - ACS Recommendation - change ANZSCO code to Systems Administrator; Paid additional $200 aud
06.2023 - ACS Result - Suitable for Migration for Systems Administrator
06.2023 - PTE Exam Result - Proficient (Main Applicant), Competent (Spouse)
07.2023 - Submitted EOI (Systems Administrator) for SC190 (75) and SC491 (85) | All States
07.2023 - PTE Exam Retake 2x - Proficient
08.2023 - PTE Exam Retake 1x - Proficient
01.2024 - PTE Exam Retake 2x - Superior (Finally!!!)
01.2024 - Updated EOI + 10 points for PTE Superior | SC190 (85) and SC491 (95)
01.2024 - Scheduled NAATI Exam - 02.2024
01.2024 - NAATI CCL review with Maam Venie (Highly recommended yung guidance and practice test ni Maam Venie/Veng)
02.2024 - Rescheduled NAATI CCL Exam to 04.2024 due to health reason
02.2024 - Majority of the the invites in the past rounds for ICT are Software Engineers, Business Analyst and Systems Analyst
02.2024 - Decided to submit another ACS Skills Assessment for Systems Analyst
02.2024 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment for Systems Analyst
03.2024 - ACS Recommendation - change ANZSCO code to Systems Administrator or ICT Support Engineer - Need to pay $200 aud
03.2024 - Opted not to go for the ACS recommendation; ACS Result - Unsuitable for Migration for Systems Analyst
04.2024 - NAATI CCL Exam - Passed
04.2024 - Updated EOI + 5 points for NAATI CCL | SC190 (90) and SC491 (100)
07.2024 - Submitted ACS Skills Assessment (3 skills) for Main Applicant and Spouse (RPL Pathway)
09.2024 - ACS Result (RPL Pathway) - Suitable for Migration for my Spouse on 3 Skills nominated (Systems Analyst, Business Analyst, ICT Support Engineer)
09.2024 - Updated EOI + 5 points for Skilled Partner | SC190 (95) and SC491 (105)
10.2024 - ACS Result - Suitable for Migration for Main Applicant on ICT Support Engineer; Not Suitable for Migration on Systems Analyst and Business Analyst
10.2024 - Submitted EOI (ICT Support Engineer) for SC190 (95) and SC491 (105) | All States
10.2024 - Pre-invite received (October 10) from NSW SC190 - Systems Administrator! OMG!!! Thank you Lord!!! Wow we did not expect to be invited in the first round in NSW..
10.2024 - Applied for Nomination on the same day; Nomination Approved (October 16) after 4 business days
10.2024 - NSW Visa 190 Application - LODGED (October 23)
11.2024 - Medicals Done (November 4) at NHS Makati; Health Clearance provided after 5 days; Withdrawn other Active EOI's
--Awaiting VISA GRANT!--
Posts: 212Member
Joined: May 23, 2020
🫰 cross fingers.
I just submitted my application to NAATI. Once approved makakapili na ako ng Test Date.
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
2023
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!! 2024
01.09.2024 - Submitted EOI for SC 491 for NSW with 100 points
01.19.2024 - Edited All EOIs for SC 189/190/491 to reflect new position in work
01.24.2024 - 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.
Received my invitation to apply exactly 365 days (leap year) after I submitted my EOI.
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 - Immigration Medical Exam at St. Lukes Extension Clinic BGC
11.19.2024 - Attached Joint Affidavit of Two Disinterested Person for Birth Certificate Clerical Error re: Mother’s First Name
11.19.2024 - Health Clearance Provided - No further actions required
WAIT for the GOLDEN EMAIL 📧 BEGINS
Posts: 212Member
Joined: May 23, 2020
Just booked my NAATI Test Date. Haha. Fingers crossed na makapasa tayo. Lol.
Test date is on October 23.
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
2023
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!! 2024
01.09.2024 - Submitted EOI for SC 491 for NSW with 100 points
01.19.2024 - Edited All EOIs for SC 189/190/491 to reflect new position in work
01.24.2024 - 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.
Received my invitation to apply exactly 365 days (leap year) after I submitted my EOI.
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 - Immigration Medical Exam at St. Lukes Extension Clinic BGC
11.19.2024 - Attached Joint Affidavit of Two Disinterested Person for Birth Certificate Clerical Error re: Mother’s First Name
11.19.2024 - Health Clearance Provided - No further actions required
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Joined: Dec 21, 2022
@MidnightPanda12 goooosebumps naman dito sa statement mo. i'm also in the same boat, pero let's keep on fighting! more than a year na ako but my suggestion is, just max the points whatever you can.
On the other hand, if may nakikita kang option aside from the fact of being hopeless sa AU, andyan pa si NZ para sa student then within 2yrs possible PR na. cross country na lang if ever. 😀
may ilan months pa before sa new FY. laban lang. 🙏😀
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Joined: May 28, 2023
Goodluck! kayang kaya mo yan! Tip ko lang is relax, take your time and keep practicing. I remember may mock tests yata yung NAATi and you can try it so you can familiarize yourself with how the exam works para iwas shock and panic on the day itself.
Figure out kung ano and weakness mo..if its translating from tagalog to english or english to tagalog and focus on that. Nerves talaga ang nakakapagmental block kaya make sure that you are calm and that you have a quiet room to use during the exam itself para walang distractions (diko sure if may in person tests na ba sa Pinas haha)
Plus, I think kelangan na talaga nating magtayo ng emotional support group for those waiting 1 year and above Yakap ng mahigpit kapatid. Malalagpasan din natin itong invitation waiting game, and ma-uupgrade sa next stage of waiting which is visa grant naman hihi
ANZSCO 223111 Human Resource Advisor (Offshore)
Points Breakdown: Age: 25| English: 20 | Experience: 5| Education: 15 | No Partner: 10|NAATI: 5 |State :15
Total for 491 = 95 points
Timeline (working with an agency)
01 AUG 2023: Skills Assessment Application to VETASSESS submitted!
23 AUG 2023: VETASSESS Fast Track Application accepted
01 SEP 2023: Positive Skills Assessment received!
20 SEP 2023: Received PTE results same day of exam. Superior! (L: 90 R:90 S:90 W:90)
24 SEP 2023: EOI Submitted for NSW 491, VIC 491, Tasmania 491, ACT 491 Matrix
14 FEB 2024: Took NAATI test
28 FEB 2024: NAATI results are out! 83/90 yay!
28 FEB 2024: Updated all EOIs to reflect NAATI points
xxx fingers crossed and kumakapit pa rin! sana mainvite naaaaaa xxx
Joined: Mar 10, 2016
Sometimes it's just a matter of tweaking the EOI...I've posted recently about this topic on linkedin....I'll share it here....
Lodging your Expression of Interest (EOI) by yourself? Waiting too long and still have not received any invite? Accuracy in your EOI is critical. Not to mention strategic approach is a must as well to increase your chances of getting invited sooner. Here's why:
For the skilled visas - 189, 190 and 491, your 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞 must meet two key conditions:
1. It should 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐞𝐝 the score stated in your visa invitation.
2. It should meet the qualifying score for these visas - 65 points minimum.
Why does this matter? Invitations are based on the information you provide on your EOI. You must be able to present documents supporting your claim and if you fail to do so, your visa application may be 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝.
⚠️𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞s:
failing to update your EOI
These may look like minor errors but may have serious consequences.
Waiting too long and still no invite? Here are common pitfalls:
fixating on only one visa subclass
EOI lodgement may seem straightforward but it is very easy to overlook things and make mistakes. This has always been a DIY trap - not knowing what you don't know and it would be too late by the time you realise it.
There is nothing wrong with DIY, in fact a lot of aspiring migrants have made it to Australia on their own. However, if you are a DIYer, I bet there's always that struggle to get that peace of mind towards your journey....but do you know, you can actually have your EOI reviewed by a qualified immigration specialist? If you're on a tight budget, get at least feedback from an expert - you might just be up for a surprise when you discover much more information and tips to help you in your Australian journey.
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Joined: May 23, 2020
Thank you @LogisitcsBoy and @loopyrabbit , it really is hard. Mental fortitude, hope and faith in yourself talaga ang kailangan. Especially if your occupation is not a priority for AU. You feel like you’ve done everything in your power but still kulang pa din. Then you also worry that everything that you’ve worked for is for nothing. Mauuwi lang sa wala. Yung mga pera na ginastos mo is masasayang lang. So you have to keep hoping. That’s why this forum is really hopeful. Since we all have different people in here. Mga nagsisimula pa lang, mga years++ na sa AU and citizen na, MARA such as Ms. @RheaMARN1171933 , and mga hopefuls like us na naghihintay ng invites. Different walks of life and different experiences.
Magagawa na lang natin is maghintay at umasa.
Also, Thank you po ulit Ms. Rhea, for the input this is so insightful, I know DIYers are really squeezing their braincells trying to check and see the different rules and interpret them as best as they can because of their tight budget. This bit of advice can go a long way for us po. I agree with maxing out your points as much as possible. Nandyan na po ako now. And hopefully I can get my positive or passing rate on NAATI to maximize my points.
Right now, I’m waiting for my occupation points to get maximized, as I have started working last October 3, 2016. Hopefully it will be reflected before October 10 or 15th.
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
2023
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!! 2024
01.09.2024 - Submitted EOI for SC 491 for NSW with 100 points
01.19.2024 - Edited All EOIs for SC 189/190/491 to reflect new position in work
01.24.2024 - 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.
Received my invitation to apply exactly 365 days (leap year) after I submitted my EOI.
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 - Immigration Medical Exam at St. Lukes Extension Clinic BGC
11.19.2024 - Attached Joint Affidavit of Two Disinterested Person for Birth Certificate Clerical Error re: Mother’s First Name
11.19.2024 - Health Clearance Provided - No further actions required
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Joined: Mar 10, 2016
Ah thanks for the special mention hehe….i try to pay forward…been there done that. I know exactly why you all want to leave - exact reason why I left many moons ago. Unfortunately, in Philippines, good education from a prestigious university won’t be enough to guarantee a better future. Australia opened doors for me hence I’m passionate about contributing as much insights I can about this journey.
With regards to finances…I tell my clients, they owe it to themselves to try than not to do anything about it. Don’t think about the money na masasayang. It’s an investment. If it doesn’t wiork, mababawi mo yung hi Adri’s mo but the opportunity, you are only given a certain timeline to make it. If you’ve missed that chance that’s it, hindi na mababawi.
Joined: Aug 24, 2023
Hi, question po sana about overseas experience for the last 10 years
My ACS assessment recognises my skilled employment from January 2012, with my work experience sa Philippinese until March 2022. After that, my experience has been in Australia. Given that the EOI only considers a maximum of 10 years for points calculation, ilang years na po ang pwede ko iclaim sa experience ko?
Does it mean from October 2014 to March 2022 na lang po and 10 points na lang kasi less than 8 years na sya 😢
Thank you sa sasagot
Joined: Sep 29, 2019
This is true.
I am a DIYer.
I made a mistake in my EOI lodging, specifically choosing the state. I thought I ticked VIC, but unconsciously, I ticked SA on 8 February 2024. When I reviewed my EOI for VIC on 8 August 2024, I saw my mistake and updated it. Then, I lodged my ROI for VIC on 15 August 2024 and got invited for VIC 190 on 27 August 2024, which was granted on 2 October 2024.
If I haven't reviewed my EOI again, then I will not receive an invite from VIC since the EOI that I tied with my VIC ROI does not match. In that EOI, SA was ticked instead of VIC. So, maybe that was why I wasn't invited in the last round of VIC for 2023.
So, for all DIYers, check everything carefully.
26 Feb 2021 PTE Result L-80 R-84 W-77 S-90 Overall-84
04 Sept 2021 IELTS Result L-7.5 R-8 W-7.5 S-7 OBS 7.5
07 Aug 2022 IELTS Result L-9 R-8.5 W-6.5 S-7.5 OBS-8
31 Dec 2022 IELTS Result L-7.5 R-8.5 W-6.5 S-7.5 OBS-7.5
27 Aug 2023 IELTS Result L-8.5 R-7 W-7 S-7.5 OBS-7.5
15 Oct 2023 IELTS Result L-8.5 R-7 W-7 S-8 OBS-7.5
08 Jan 2024 PTE Result L-87 R-90 W-90 S-87 Overall-88
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Joined: May 23, 2020
Just to give inspiration po sa mga nasa waiting for invitation or nomination po.
Just a month ago, I’m close to giving up and losing hope of ever getting invited. Fast forward to November 7, 2024, just 2 days before the anniversary of my EOI lodging, I received an invitation po for SC 189, arguably one of the best skilled visa to get. Kahit na nangangarap lang ako ng SC 491 since SC 189 are usually given to priority occupations in education, medicine and construction.
My visa has been lodged, exactly one year after I lodged my EOI. My AU dream journey is far from over, we will keep on hoping, keep our head high waiting for our turn. Do not regret anything, for at least you have tried po.
Do everything in your power po to make it happen, and if it is destined, mangyayari po yan.
Good luck po to everyone. Give yourself a pat on the back, you’re doing great!
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
2023
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!! 2024
01.09.2024 - Submitted EOI for SC 491 for NSW with 100 points
01.19.2024 - Edited All EOIs for SC 189/190/491 to reflect new position in work
01.24.2024 - 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.
Received my invitation to apply exactly 365 days (leap year) after I submitted my EOI.
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 - Immigration Medical Exam at St. Lukes Extension Clinic BGC
11.19.2024 - Attached Joint Affidavit of Two Disinterested Person for Birth Certificate Clerical Error re: Mother’s First Name
11.19.2024 - Health Clearance Provided - No further actions required
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