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Joined: Aug 26, 2019
Thanks @mathilde9! oo nga P1 muna ibibgay saken, ok na din at least di na need mag test at direct conversion na, bawas sa iisipin pag lipat jan haha
Civil Engineer (233211)
Offshore | DIY
NSW 190 - 90 pts
06/01/2023: PTE - Superior (3rd Attempt)
20/11/2023: Skill Assessment Submitted to EA (Fast Track)
18/12/2023: Assessment Positive Outcome
18/12/2023: Submitted EOI for 189
19-21/12/2023: Submitted EOIs for 190 NSW,VIC,QLD,SA,WA
12/01/2024: Received Pre-Invite 190 NSW
23/01/2024: Submitted Application for Nomination 190 NSW
09/02/2024: Nomination approved and ITA received
16/02/2024: Visa lodged
21/02/2024: Medical
08/05/2025: Visa Grant
xx/xx/2025: BM (hopefully soon!)
Posts: 1,050Member, Moderator
Joined: Nov 15, 2021
Yes, before ka makap1 kelangan maka sit ka din for certain hours of driving eh. I cannot na ng ganon, sayang.
OCCUPATION : SOFTWARE ENGINEER (261313) ~~ DIY. Offshore. Direct Grant
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 Lodgment
02 2024 - Medicals. Cleared after 1 business day @ SATA AMK
02 2024 - Singapore Police Clearance. Completed/claimed after 6 business days
04 2025 - ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ ** Visa Granted! TYL ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ **
Posts: 2,130Member
Joined: Mar 01, 2011
I think same thing din naman sa NSW need mo mag theory then practical test if you want to convert yung PH license mo to AU license.
Ako I got my SG license for about 1yr then pina convert ko to AU license dito sa SA at nabigyan ako ng full license.
Ang difference lng ng PH at SG license pag pina convert dto sa AU, yung PH license need pa mag theory exam at practical while SG license wala na deretcho convert na
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*****
Posts: 282Member
Joined: Feb 17, 2020
Then ayos pala, no concern for PH driver's licence holders anywhere sa AU. Pwedeng pwede magpa-"convert" to AU full driver's licence.
Madali lang naman 'yung theory test and 'yung practical test, need lang talaga maging aware sa rules dito sa AU. I did a few hours (around 6 hours siguro) with a driving instructor for familiarisation and booked my practical test. Fortunately nakapasa. Doable naman, need lang talaga practice even for long-time drivers na sa Pinas.
Joined: Jun 17, 2025
Hello,
Kamusta po? Silent reader lang po ako dito sa forums and I don't know if this is the right thread for this post po.
Konting background lang po, our visa is subclass 190 which was granted last year. IT background din po ako, Web Development to be exact. Nun April, nag BM po ako dito(Melbourne) kasi plan namin na mauna ako para makahanap ng work and accommodation then susunod un family ko once meron na both.
Fast forward to present time, wala pa rin po ako work na makuha. I tried applying both white and blue collar jobs pero wala ako makuha na interviews. I tried everything( trailor-fit my resume and cover letters, walk-in applications, online applications, etc.) Pero I don't know why wala ako makuha interviews even sa blue collar jobs( cleaning, store assistants, etc). Nag-apply din ako sa Aldi, Coles and Woolworths pero rejected pa rin.
To be honest, iniexpect ko na kahit sa blue collar jobs madali ako makapasok kasi PR na. Sa mga nag BM na po and nakahanap ng work agad, any advice po sa job hunting?
Posts: 279Member
Joined: Mar 06, 2018
I'm assuming you moved April 2025, and currently it's June. I think you're still ok. Yung iba nga dyan more than 3 months before nakakuha ng work na relatated sa field nila. Others are fortunate enough to land a job within a couple of weeks or even before they arrive.
Minsan kelangan mo lang talaga tyagain mag hanap.
ANZSCO 233213 Quantity Surveyor
Posts: 39Member
Joined: Apr 15, 2025
Kamusta po, nakapag big move naba kayo? Looking forwad sa updates mo about sa Rental Search AU.
Occupation: Software Engineer (ANZSCO 261313) – Offshore
Applicants: Family of 3 (Primary applicant + spouse under the same occupation + newborn)
Points Claimed: 85
Timeline:
10 2022: Submitted EOIs
12 2023: Received invitation for Subclass 190 (Victoria)
02 2024: Lodged complete application, including newborn’s documents
04 2025: Additional documents requested (S56)
04 2025: Visa granted for all three of us! 🎉
We’re overjoyed! this is truly one of the best days of our lives! ❤️
Joined: Feb 21, 2023
Hi. MagBM pa lang po kami
Pero here are some updates po from my last post.
After rent approval:
Our relocation manager from Rental Search AU provided us with a list of essential items we can order in advance (e.g. mattress, fridge, WM/Dryer, Bedding, Towels, groceries, etc). She received these deliveries on our behalf. She even arranged some discounts through their partner companies.
She asked us to list her contact number so the delivery companies could coordinate directly with her. We placed our orders online and scheduled the delivery dates in line with her availability. For smaller items, she even offered to use her own address so she could drop them off to our rental property when she's available.
Key collection and inspection report:
Rental Search collected the keys from the property agent. After picking up the keys, she completed the inspection report herself. The report was extremely detailed, consisting of over 100 pages and thoroughly documenting issues such as floor marks, missing blinds, dirty surfaces, etc. She also identified necessary repairs and noted in the report that the agent should arrange for an electrician.
Note:
I think the final step in Rental Search’s service will be picking us up from the airport. They’ve already emailed us to confirm the details so they can arrange the airport pickup, which is included in our relocation package.
I have nothing but positive things to say about our experience with Rental Search. For me, sobrang sulit po ng binayad namin from property inspections and furnishing assistance to the airport pickup and more. They’ve made the entire relocation process much smoother and less stressful.
Road to Australia:
October 2022 - Decided to pursue migrating to AU
October 2, 2022 - Took IELTS (Competent)
November 28, 2022 - Husband submitted skills assessment (Vetassess)
February 15, 2023 - Vetassess requested additional documents
March 28, 2023 - Vetassess result (Negative); Decided to pursue EA for assessment and be the main applicant instead
April 5, 2023 - Submitted CDR (EA) - Fast track - Degree only
May 8, 2023 - In progress, EA requested to reupload passport photo
May 9, 2023 - Took PTE (Superior - S: 90, R: 90, W: 90, L:90)
May 10, 2023 - EA positive outcome
May 12, 2023 - Submitted EOI to states
June 20, 2023 - Submitted additional RSEA to EA
July 5, 2023 - EA positive outcome for work experience (5 years)
July 6, 2023 - EOIs updated to claim additional work experience points (189: 80, 190: 85, 491: 95)
Oct 9, 2023 - Husband submitted skills assessment (EA)
Oct 31, 2023 - Husband positive skills assessment outcome; EOIs updated to claim additional partner points (189: 85, 190: 90, 491: 100)
Nov 1, 2023 - ROIs update (VIC, ACT)
Nov 29, 2023 - Pre-invite VIC
Dec 12, 2023 - VIC Nomination Approval // Received ITA
Dec 15, 2023 - Visa lodgment
Dec 27, 2023 - Medical
Jan 5, 2024 - Medicals cleared (Main Applicant) / Examination ready for assessment (Dependent)
Jan 24 - 26, 2024 - Sputum test (SLEC Ermita)
Feb 5, 2024 - Negative - rapid sputum test (Dependent)
Apr 2, 2024 - SLEC evaluation - Negative (Culture test)
Apr 16, 2024 - Medicals cleared in system (Dependent)
May 7, 2024 - Applied for Tourist Visa (SC 600 - Tourism) to visit Australia while waiting for grant
May 21, 2024 - Tourist Visa Grant (SC 600 - Tourism)
March 28, 2025 - 1st s56 for remedical (Dependent)
March 31, 2025 - Remedical done (Health Assessment status: Examination in progress)
April 3, 2025 - Examination ready for assessment
April 4, 2025 - Medicals cleared (Health clearance provided - no action required)
April 29, 2025 - 2nd s56 for Form 815
April 29, 2025 - 190 Visa grant (less than 1 hr after uploading the form)
Points breakdown - 90 points
Age 30 | English 20 | Degree 15 | Experience 10 | Partner 10 | State 5
Joined: May 30, 2022
for those architects / architectural draftsperson po na nag big move na sa australia, meron po bang format ng portfolio and cv?
ANZSCO 312111 - Architectural draftsperson (OFFSHORE)
90 points
****2020****
October - Contact Agent (ACN Southern Migration)
****2022****
09 July - Vetasses assessment for Architectural draftsperson (w/ husband)
20 December - Husband positive result for vetasses (4.70 years)
29 December - My assessment came out positive (5.40 years)
****2023****
March - April - preparing for PTE exam
15 April - Husband and I got Proficient PTE scores
16 April - submitted EOI & ROI to NSW & VIC for subclass 190
07 September - PTE second attempt (Still proficient)
30 September - PTE third attempt (Superior)
02 October - updated EOI due to PTE score (superior)
19 October - Received pre-invite VIC 190 for 90 points
19 October - Applied for VIC nomination
26 October - Received email from skill select that my points changed from 90 to 95 points due to years of experience.
17 November - VIC nomination approved. Thank you Lord!
1 December - SC 190 VIC visa lodged. Thank you Lord!
18 December -Medical done.
****2024****
19 April - Received pre-invite NSW 190 for 95 points - disregarded as VIC 190 already lodged
****2025****
20 March - Received S56 (UAE PCC & Form 80)
27 March - S56 submitted
22 April - VIC SC 190 GRANTED!
Joined: Mar 02, 2023
Hello! Same dilemma here pero ako May 2 lang dumating. Almost 2 months na rin. Cybersec naman ako in Melbourne din. Nashare ito in a GC, not sure if it works kasi ginagawa ko pa lang at the moment.
https://www.reddit.com/r/EngineeringResumes/comments/1k5w9v3/12_yoe_resume_tips_how_recruiters_actually_screen/
https://www.reddit.com/r/EngineeringResumes/comments/1jd9qzl/12_yoe_resume_tips_write_your_resume_bullet/
https://www.reddit.com/r/EngineeringResumes/comments/1kqzei8/12_yoe_resume_tips_how_to_figure_out_what/
Based sa experience ko, mas madali mapansin if referred ka internally. Pero sa interviews feeling ko super competitive lang din kasi kahit okay naman yung interview, may ibang napipili
Yung referral din daw mostly applicable sa blue collar jobs. Although dadaan pa rin sa hiring process, hindi agad filtered out yung resume mo unlike how it feels like pag online application HAHA
Posts: 1,050Member, Moderator
Joined: Nov 15, 2021
Additional:
When I arrived in NSW, ang una kong inayos was TFN (online). I received my TFN in the mail after 1week.
Next was nsw photocard and driver's license. Merong app called 'Service NSW' where you can link your IDs, services, car registration, etc. You can only add your IDs when you have received the card itself. I used the app to register the car that i bought. Got a 2nd-hand since ayaw ko muna magfinance. Car insurance is a must.
Next was Medicare, I enrolled via myGov. Approval took 9 business days for my case. Sa myGov app din makikita yung updates sa status ng application.
Then, Centrelink. Pending pa since I'm yet to receive my medicare card (hihingin card number). Plus, it requires 2 valid aus identifications (Visa grant and other ID which i used my DL).
My app din na 'myID', where you can strengthen your identity and proof of age, as a PR who just arrived na walang pagkakilanlan. Chos!
Get personal insurance din pala. Or depende sa trip nyo kung feeling nyo enough na yung medicare. I chose BUPA silver plus essential nasa 30/week.
Medyo maraming aasikasuhin and icconsider tbh. Ang advice ko sa mga naghihintay pa ng grant, mag-ipon nang malala.
OCCUPATION : SOFTWARE ENGINEER (261313) ~~ DIY. Offshore. Direct Grant
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 Lodgment
02 2024 - Medicals. Cleared after 1 business day @ SATA AMK
02 2024 - Singapore Police Clearance. Completed/claimed after 6 business days
04 2025 - ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ ** Visa Granted! TYL ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ **
Joined: Feb 18, 2025
Wow nice update. Pwede din ba humingi ng idea about sa financial side hahaha kahit estimates lang ng costs or mga kelangan iprepare before big move para naman makapaghanda kami ng hindi malala. Yung kasama na din sa consideration na hindi pa makakita ng trabaho within a month or 3, yung mga ganun po kung pwede. Hehe sige na please...
ANZSCO 233914 Engineering Technologist - Points Breakdown | Age: 30 | Education: 15 | English: 20 | Experience: 15 | State : 5 | Total Points (Subclass 190) = 85 points |
Timeline:
Year 2023
03 Aug: Started Researching about Australian Migration
Year 2024
20 Apr: PTE English Test ( Proficient)
01 Jul: Skills Assessment from Engineer's Australia Outcome (positive)
01 Jul: Immediately Submitted EOI at Skillselect for NSW, VIC, SA and WA (subclass 189, 190 and 491)
18 Nov: Retook PTE English (still Proficient )
02 Dec: Never say die and Retook PTE English ( finally Superior)
12 Dec: Updated all my EOI's
Year 2025
14 Jan: NSW Pre-invite / Invitation to apply for NSW nomination
Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)
22 Jan: Submitted Application for NSW Nomination
26 Feb: Received Invitation to Apply
17 Mar: Visa Lodgement
29 Mar: Medicals for me, my wife, and my 2-year-old son
but regarding my son's TB screening (skin test), I requested that we do it in our place because we need to go back
to the doctor for the result after 48 hours and the testing center is far from our place.
04 Apr: Emailed the result of my son's TB Screening (negative TB result)
11 Apr: Medicals cleared
Waiting for Grant...
Posts: 54Member
Joined: Sep 25, 2018
Hi, I need help clarifying the conditions of visa 491, specifically condition 8578, which states that I must notify certain changes. Does this mean that if I haven't made any changes since the grant—such as staying in my current home or maintaining my current job—I don't need to update them?
What if I renew my passport—should I email the department, or is it sufficient to update this information in my Immi account?
Thank you.
Posts: 39Member
Joined: Apr 15, 2025
Uyyy! Question naman. Nag explore din kami gamitin si Singpost (Galing kasi kami Singapore din) para padala un belongings namin sa Australia. Meron kaba binayaran pa jan sa AU once na nag arrive yung box mo? Like tax, etc.? Salamat marami ^_^
Occupation: Software Engineer (ANZSCO 261313) – Offshore
Applicants: Family of 3 (Primary applicant + spouse under the same occupation + newborn)
Points Claimed: 85
Timeline:
10 2022: Submitted EOIs
12 2023: Received invitation for Subclass 190 (Victoria)
02 2024: Lodged complete application, including newborn’s documents
04 2025: Additional documents requested (S56)
04 2025: Visa granted for all three of us! 🎉
We’re overjoyed! this is truly one of the best days of our lives! ❤️
Posts: 1,050Member, Moderator
Joined: Nov 15, 2021
Nagbudget ako ng aud400 per week for necessities plus eating out minsan and gas. So add nalang yung mga current bills ganon + emergency fund.
Hindi pa ako nag-aapply ng work kasi rest muna talaga. 😆 Kung magrerent kayo ng house wala ako idea eh, depende sa terms ng landlord yung ipeprepare nyong amount (for security deposit and advance).
Kapag magccar kayo, need magprepare mga around aud600+ for every 6months for registration and insurance.
Driver's licence cost (ayaw mag upload ng picture that i took from service nsw)
Learner - 30aud
P1 - 69aud
P2 - 109aud
Full - 3yrs 162aud ; 5yrs 220aud ; 10yrs 410aud
NSW Photocard cost
5yrs - 65aud
10yrs - 115aud
Driving instructor cost: 80-120aud per hour. Hahaha ang mahal! Depende yan sa proficiency nung instructor.
Ano pa baa? Winter clothes for the lamigin, madami dito and mas maayos.
mas fresh din hahaha. Ayun lang..
In terms of food/grocery, mas mura for me dito kesa sa singapore
OCCUPATION : SOFTWARE ENGINEER (261313) ~~ DIY. Offshore. Direct Grant
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 Lodgment
02 2024 - Medicals. Cleared after 1 business day @ SATA AMK
02 2024 - Singapore Police Clearance. Completed/claimed after 6 business days
04 2025 - ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ ** Visa Granted! TYL ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ **
Joined: Feb 14, 2024
@mathilde9 regarding sa Bank Accounts (SG), you can still access it even though wala na EP/FIN mo? I have UOB, DBS and OCBC.
SOFTWARE ENGINEER (261313). Offshore (Singapore).
Current Points: 189: 90pts | 190: 95pts
Age:25 | English:20 | Employment:15 | Education:15 | Partner:10 | NAATI: 5
Invited Points: 189: 85pts | 190: 90pts Invited by NSW 190
Age:25 | English:20 | Employment:15 | Education:15 | Single:10
TIMELINE
2023-11-08: Applied for Skill Assessment
2023-12-12: Received Skill Assessment Approval. More than 8 years so got maximum points.
2024-01-22: Received PTE Results. Overall 90 > S: 90, L: 90, R: 90, W:84 so got maximum points.
2024-01-30: Submitted EOI for 189 and 190 for NSW, VIC, QLD. No 491.
2024-02-01: Booked NAATI exam for Valentines Day when 1 slot last minute opened up.
2024-02-09: Received Pre-Invite for State Nomination from NSW 190 at 90 pts (lucky, only 10 days wait)
2024-02-13: Updated EOI from Single to Skilled Partner. NSW is ok with this as long as points are the same.
2024-02-14: Took NAATI exam (too late to reschedule since I learned about pre-invite late)
2024-02-14: Submitted State Nomination Application.
2024-02-26: Received State Nomination Approval and Invitation to Apply (ITA)
2024-02-28: Received NAATI results. Passed (got +5 but it is useless now since I already have an ITA)
2024-03-07: SG Police Clearance - Applied for COC Appeal online.
2024-03-08: PH Police Clearance - Went embassy for NBI clearance fingerprint & mailed to PH.
2024-03-08: SG Police Clearance - Received COC Appeal Approval.
2024-03-09: SG Police Clearance - Applied for COC Request, Received Approval, Booked Fingerprinting.
2024-03-11: SG Police Clearance - Done & Uploaded.
2024-03-20: Lodged 190 Visa Application.
2024-04-01: Medical Clearance - Booked.
2024-04-03: PH Police Clearance - Done & Uploaded.
2024-04-04: Medical Clearance - Received.
2025-04-25: SG and PH Police Clearance - Renewed.
2025-05-26: Received Commencement email.
2025-05-26: Submitted Form 80 proactively (to prevent s56)
2025-05-28: VISA GRANTED!!
Grant time: 14 mons and 8 days
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Yes. I have OCBC (needs access code na binigay nila before) and DBS. I can still access them. Maski yung singpass app you can still use basta active pa yung SG sim mo. Di ko pa pinapacut yung line ko. May be in the next months na...
Inaabangan ko din kasi yung tax clearance ko from IRAS, may tax due directive na kasi from them, so anytime dapat maclear na yun from backpay.
OCCUPATION : SOFTWARE ENGINEER (261313) ~~ DIY. Offshore. Direct Grant
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 Lodgment
02 2024 - Medicals. Cleared after 1 business day @ SATA AMK
02 2024 - Singapore Police Clearance. Completed/claimed after 6 business days
04 2025 - ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ ** Visa Granted! TYL ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ **
Posts: 1,050Member, Moderator
Joined: Nov 15, 2021
@newhorizonseeker
Huy wala pa yung boxes ko. In transit pa rin haha. Balitaan kita pag nandito na. Late next week pa ETA eh. Pero ang alam ko wala na babayaran kasi personal (used) stuff ko yun. Inask ko yung nagpick up sa sg, wala daw. Malalaman natin.
OCCUPATION : SOFTWARE ENGINEER (261313) ~~ DIY. Offshore. Direct Grant
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.
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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)
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01 2022 - EOIs submitted (matumal and slight hiatus since na-busy sa ibang bagay)
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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)
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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 Lodgment
02 2024 - Medicals. Cleared after 1 business day @ SATA AMK
02 2024 - Singapore Police Clearance. Completed/claimed after 6 business days
04 2025 - ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ ** Visa Granted! TYL ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ **
Joined: Nov 04, 2022
Ok na yung through Immi account.
491 Visa: Human Resource Adviser - 223111 (80 points) | Age: 15 | English: 10 | Work: 15 | Education : 15 | Partner : 10 | Nomination: 15
09 Aug 2016 - VETASSESS Initial, Positive
03 Jan 2020 - VETASSESS Reassessment, Positive
29 Jan 2020 - EOI submitted for 491 (NSW) - 65 pts
10 Feb 2020 - IELTS, Proficient
15 Feb 2020 - EOI updated - 75 pts
18 Jan 2022 - VETASSESS Renewal
14 Oct 2022 - EOI submitted for 491 (NSW) - 80 pts
10 Nov 2022 - Pre-invite received from NSW, applied on the same day
18 Nov 2022 - NSW Nomination approved
21 Nov 2022 - 491 Visa Lodged
22 Nov 2022 - Submitted Forms 80 and 1221
25 Nov 2022 - Medical exam and Biometrics
6 Dec 2022 - Additional medical check requested for 1 dependent
3 Jan 2023 - Complete health clearance
5 Jun 2023 - Immi Assessment Commenced email received
20 Jul 2023 - Visa Grant
Posts: 193Member
Joined: Sep 02, 2016
Good day mga mam and sir. phelp po sna.im in melb now on tourist visa.lodged my partner visa and have BVA now pero di pa active. wondering how to apply for medicare knowing wala pa ako IDs proof of address and other related stuff. can i do it online?ty po
Posts: 193Member
Joined: Sep 02, 2016
nag try po ako mag send ng enrolment sa email add na [email protected] pero ito po ung automatic response nala

pano po kaya i mail ko po ba dapat?ty
Joined: Nov 04, 2022
Try mo muna mag create ng myGov account. I think pwede dun mag submit (assuming eligible for Medicare yung BV mo).
491 Visa: Human Resource Adviser - 223111 (80 points) | Age: 15 | English: 10 | Work: 15 | Education : 15 | Partner : 10 | Nomination: 15
09 Aug 2016 - VETASSESS Initial, Positive
03 Jan 2020 - VETASSESS Reassessment, Positive
29 Jan 2020 - EOI submitted for 491 (NSW) - 65 pts
10 Feb 2020 - IELTS, Proficient
15 Feb 2020 - EOI updated - 75 pts
18 Jan 2022 - VETASSESS Renewal
14 Oct 2022 - EOI submitted for 491 (NSW) - 80 pts
10 Nov 2022 - Pre-invite received from NSW, applied on the same day
18 Nov 2022 - NSW Nomination approved
21 Nov 2022 - 491 Visa Lodged
22 Nov 2022 - Submitted Forms 80 and 1221
25 Nov 2022 - Medical exam and Biometrics
6 Dec 2022 - Additional medical check requested for 1 dependent
3 Jan 2023 - Complete health clearance
5 Jun 2023 - Immi Assessment Commenced email received
20 Jul 2023 - Visa Grant
Joined: May 22, 2023
Hello po, confirm ko lang po yung DL na ginamit for centrelink, overseas DL po ba or AU DL na siya? hehe thank you very much po
Joined: May 22, 2023
Hello po, sa mga nag BM na po ask ko lang:
1. Pwede kaya gamitin muna na postal address yung sa friend/colleague namin for TFN/bank/medicare application since we will be in a temporary accommodation for the first month. Just wondering if this is an option aside from leasing a PO box
2. For those na nagBM to Melb recently, gaano po katagal naprocess including delivery ng mga TFN, bank, and medicare
3. Gaano din po katagal yung Proof of Age ID sa VIC?
4. for Insurance po, ano po maganda for married, separate na single or couple package?
thank you so much po
Posts: 193Member
Joined: Sep 02, 2016
Ty po ng marami.nkpag submit n po ako ng medicare application sa mygov.
Posts: 1,050Member, Moderator
Joined: Nov 15, 2021
@schrodingers_cat
Hello po, confirm ko lang po yung DL na ginamit for centrelink, overseas DL po ba or AU DL na siya? hehe thank you very much po
AU DL ginamit ko and my visa grant:

OCCUPATION : SOFTWARE ENGINEER (261313) ~~ DIY. Offshore. Direct Grant
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 Lodgment
02 2024 - Medicals. Cleared after 1 business day @ SATA AMK
02 2024 - Singapore Police Clearance. Completed/claimed after 6 business days
04 2025 - ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ ** Visa Granted! TYL ** ✩₊˚.⋆☾⋆⁺₊✧ **
Joined: Nov 04, 2022
491 Visa: Human Resource Adviser - 223111 (80 points) | Age: 15 | English: 10 | Work: 15 | Education : 15 | Partner : 10 | Nomination: 15
09 Aug 2016 - VETASSESS Initial, Positive
03 Jan 2020 - VETASSESS Reassessment, Positive
29 Jan 2020 - EOI submitted for 491 (NSW) - 65 pts
10 Feb 2020 - IELTS, Proficient
15 Feb 2020 - EOI updated - 75 pts
18 Jan 2022 - VETASSESS Renewal
14 Oct 2022 - EOI submitted for 491 (NSW) - 80 pts
10 Nov 2022 - Pre-invite received from NSW, applied on the same day
18 Nov 2022 - NSW Nomination approved
21 Nov 2022 - 491 Visa Lodged
22 Nov 2022 - Submitted Forms 80 and 1221
25 Nov 2022 - Medical exam and Biometrics
6 Dec 2022 - Additional medical check requested for 1 dependent
3 Jan 2023 - Complete health clearance
5 Jun 2023 - Immi Assessment Commenced email received
20 Jul 2023 - Visa Grant