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Anyone who recently underwent the medical exam in Sydney? How long did it take for them to submit the results? Also, did you experience any difficulty in booking the medical exam due to Covid? Thanks!

in Medical Comment by rainybrainy October 2020
I think nagshare nako dati but we recently updated some of our budget so sharing it here again (all figures were rounded up)... Family of 3 (2 adults and a Year 1 student)... * Rent (Ryde area) - $1520 per month * Electricity (AGL) - $180 p…

in AU Migrants: Pls share your weekly/monthly budget... Comment by rainybrainy September 2020
@iaiaia said: Hi po, mag ask lang po ako. Currently in Blacktown. Ano po ba pinaka okay na centre to take PTE ? Sabi po kasi saken nung friend ko yung nasa Parramatta daw is luma na. Kaso andami naman nung sa city di ko alam pinaka okay. Baka may…

in PTE ACADEMIC Comment by rainybrainy September 2020
Here's the latest update for OECs from POLO - https://dms.philembassy.org.au/index.php/website/latest/polo-1/2019-3/321-verification-of-employment-contract-and-issuanc-of-oec/file

in Obtaining OEC Comment by rainybrainy November 2019
@snuffbox Q7 - YES, Q8 - YES. Since you are on TSS visa, I'm assuming you will only work for 1 employer so Q8 should be YES.

in TSS 482 VISA Comment by rainybrainy November 2019
@tmanito I did this when I was still in PH in 2017. I coordinated with POLO Canberra (called them to check the step by step process). Sent them the documents via email (PDF) and then paid them through bank transfer and then they sent me the signed d…

in Inquiry on Direct Hire OEC Process Comment by rainybrainy November 2019
@timbangers If you are in VIC, you can visit it here - Suite 11a, Level 5/11 Queens Rd, Melbourne VIC 3000

in Philippine passport renewal here in Australia Comment by rainybrainy November 2019
@timbangers If you are here in NSW, you can go to the PH Consulate in the City - 27-33 Wentworth Ave, Sydney NSW 2000.

in Philippine passport renewal here in Australia Comment by rainybrainy November 2019
I've used both OrbitRemit (https://orbitremit.com/r/U9VQIK) and Transferwise (transferwise.com/u/83e3f2). I usually compare the rates from both and then whichever is higher wins. If you use the link I included, you get to enjoy a free transfer for …

in Remittance Company Comment by rainybrainy November 2019
Any of you into investing here in AU? What products will you recommend to someone just starting (i.e. ETF, stocks, etc.)?

in Investments and Finance Group Comment by rainybrainy November 2019
@DreamerA said: @rainybrainy said: Is anyone here able to confirm if one can be exempted to take IELTS when applying for ENS 186 Temporary Residence Transition Stream if they were exempted to take IELTS when they were granted the 4…

in 186 ENS Visa Timeline Comment by rainybrainy September 2019
Is anyone here able to confirm if one can be exempted to take IELTS when applying for ENS 186 Temporary Residence Transition Stream if they were exempted to take IELTS when they were granted the 457 visa?

in 186 ENS Visa Timeline Comment by rainybrainy August 2019
When we moved, the following are the first items we did (we were on a 457 visa). Hope this can somehow help those who will be doing their big move soon. 1. Open a bank account - We opened it online while in PH. When we arrived in OZ, we activated …

in Things to do first "After" arriving in Australia Comment by rainybrainy June 2019
@AkawntantAnne I helped my aunt complete a TV application online a year ago. She's previously working in the gov't and retired in 2017. We just indicated in the application that she's retired and attached supporting documents (i.e. pension docs/reti…

in How to Apply Online for an Australian Tourist Visa - Step By Step Guide Comment by rainybrainy June 2019
@Mark01, you may want to check out this page for more details - https://www.imoney.ph/articles/oec-exemption-requirements/

in Exit permits Comment by rainybrainy June 2019
Thanks @cucci, this is very helpful!

in 186 ENS /Temporary Residence Transition VISA Cost Comment by rainybrainy May 2019
@aanover, I did my tax on my first year. No need to get an accountant if it is straightforward and you won't be claiming any expenses. You just need to get the copy of your pay summary from your employer and then do it online (ATO website). I got re…

in salary tax question Comment by rainybrainy April 2019
Thanks @cucci for sharing!

in 186 ENS /Temporary Residence Transition VISA Cost Comment by rainybrainy April 2019
@Rhianne_Nicole did you found out the cost? Interested to know as well. Hope you could share in case you've started processing yours.

in 186 ENS /Temporary Residence Transition VISA Cost Comment by rainybrainy April 2019
I use OrbitRemit. AUD 4 per transaction up to maximum of AUD 10K. First transaction is free - https://orbitremit.com/r/u9vqik I have been using this for years now and did not have any issues.

in What is the cheapest way to send money to Philippines Comment by rainybrainy March 2019
@jazzy06 Here's what I did: I prepared the hard copies of the following documents: - Verified Employment Contract (if you have the one verified by POLO-Canberra, better to use that one) - Copy of passport and Visa Grant - Completed OFW Informati…

in How to get OEC in Australia Comment by rainybrainy February 2019
@Dian, Based on my understanding... If your visa was granted before April 2017, you only need 2 years with the same employer to be able to apply for 186 ENS via the Temporary Residence Transition stream. Since your visa was granted after April 2017,…

in 457 to 186 Comment by rainybrainy February 2019
@jazzy06 Yes, that should work. Yan lang din dinala ko along with the other requirements on the list.

in Employment Contract Verification Comment by rainybrainy December 2018
@allanvillanueva check out this page for the process - http://canberrape.dfa.gov.ph/18-announcement/announcement/142-oec-issuance-at-polo-canberra

in Employment Contract Verification Comment by rainybrainy December 2018
@jazzy06 parang wala naman akong sinubmitna medical certificate. Pero parang nagpakita ako nung health declaration na filled out as part of the health assessment and told them I did the medical as part of the Visa application.

in Employment Contract Verification Comment by rainybrainy December 2018
@jazzy06 hindi na ipapaulit yun. Yung saken kase yung employer ko ang nagprovide ng health insurance. Pinadala lang nila saken yung copy. Another way na commonly ginagawa ng mga naka Visa that needs to exit Manila/PH is to fly elsewhere within Asia…

in Employment Contract Verification Comment by rainybrainy December 2018
@jazzy06 yung medical at insurance part of the visa conditions (depende kung anong visa mo). So kung sa visa mo required sya, mas better na isama mo na din sya sa isusubmit para di magkaproblem if sakaling hanapin. Di ka pwede magprocess ng OEC…

in Employment Contract Verification Comment by rainybrainy December 2018
@jazzy06 Yan din naging problem ko dati when I had to get mine kase kelangan pa magsubmit ng docs at dapat signed ni Silvestre Bello (not sure kung sya parin ang signatory till now). It took mine about 3-4 weeks before I got my OEC so my flight sche…

in Employment Contract Verification Comment by rainybrainy December 2018
@jazzy06 Oh no... Wonder why hindi sila nagrereply at sumasagot sa calls. Last week nagrequest ako ng OEC and nareceive ko sya nung Monday. Follow-up kamo sila sa email ([email protected]).

in Employment Contract Verification Comment by rainybrainy December 2018
@jazzy06 agreed sa comment ni @fgs ... Sa PH lang hahanapin yung OEC. Sa AU, wala namang hinanap so long as your passport is tied with the valid visa (allowing you to enter AU).

in Employment Contract Verification Comment by rainybrainy December 2018

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