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Thanks verystormy. You've put my mind at rest

Hi Guys. I'm in a bit of a predicament and i'm not sure what to do. We are on a 176 Visa which "ceases" in June. Now does that mean we HAVE to leave the country and re-enter or can we just stay put? We are currently in the process of applying for citizenship but I have put off the paperwork til now and realised it probably won't be finalised by June. Also 3 of the 5 passports have expired so leaving the country is going to be a massive inconvenience applying for new British passports and a huge expense to us.

Another thing I did wonder is whether you can get an extension on a visa?

Any advice would be great please.

Thanks guys.

Sharon :eek::cute:

Hi guys, my family and I have been living on the sunny coast now for 2 years and love it,but my friends are desperate to move over too but don't have the qualifications needed for the visa. Is there any other way for them? I suggested a working visa the to try to get a sponsor here but apparently he is too old. (He's 36 & she's 32). He is an MOT tester and she works in the pathology lab at a major hospital but none have qualifications. Please give me ideas how they can get to oz. thanks guys

Thanks for sharing this info with us, this has been something that's been a concern for me for a while. Good to hear it can be done in the uk before we arrive in oz.

Hi guys, Sorry to jump on your thread but just wanted some advice if anyone can help.

My hb is Electrician and were waiting for our 176 which as we all know is quite a wait.

Were talking about other options to get there sooner and our options are getting a sponsor (easier said than done) or work visa and trying for a sponsor out there.

Firstly whats the market like in Brisbane or surrounding for electricians, wheres best place to look?

Where is the best place to look for a job (other than Seek.com) from here?

and what licenses etc will he need to work & how long will it take to get them as most jobs are saying you need it to start work there?

Hope you can offer some advice, thanks in advance x