Lizaberrie

Hi. Sorry cant offer any processing time info, but figured I'd wait it out with you (and anyone else who cares to join us). My OH accepted a job offer in Perth - so far the employer has had an acknowledgement of a valid nomination (on the 4th October) but that's it. Guess we're waiting for its approval, however our MA has already submitted our initial application with DIAC's agreement as my OH was 50 in late September and we had to try and avert complications with his age. Not sure how long before the approval is received and our case officer assigned, although employer is desperate to get us there as he has a back-log of work building up! Will be great to get the invite to do our meds and police checks but just in limbo just now. How are things progressing with you since your first post?

Our MA's submitted our 187 (RSMS) on the 12th but for some unknown reason the employer nomination was forgotten. All sorted now and acknowledgement of valid employer nomination rec'd on the 4.10.12. Now the wait for employer nomination approval begins - any idea of timeline anyone? I think it's being handled in Perth where my OH's prospective employer is based. Just so hard to gauge under the new Skill Select system. Thanks

Can anyone offer any guidance on the state of play with RSMS cases under Skill Select? We are offshore and therefore not on a 457? Does this alter processing times? Thanks

Just spotted this thread and wondered if anyone can advise. My OH is being sponsored under RSMS by an employer in the Perth area but under the new Skillselect arrangements. His prospective employer had an email last week from ppse to confirm 'acknowledgement of valid nomination', and the attached letter stated that it was now waiting to be allocated to a CO to undergo further assessment - I guess they must mean the 'approval' of the nomination?? I appreciate a number of you have had your cases in the melting pot for a long time, months in fact, but do any of you know how the processing of Skillselect cases is fitting in with existing paper based applications. Also does a person's occupation have any bearing on the priority or speed of processing, and what about those who are applying from offshore, and who may not currently be on temporary 457 visas already living and working in Oz. Who has priority over who or is it all down to the date you submitted your EOI/application, etc. I know we're in for a long wait given what people have said, and what I have read, and it may result in my OH going out to Oz earlier than the rest of the family because the employer is so desperate. My OH is a Shipwright so works in a fairly niche area of work and the employer has struggled to find staff. If anyone has any thoughts or comments I'd be pleased to hear from you ... Wishing every single one of you the best of luck for a speedy and successful processing of your application .... Thanks, Lizaberrie

To clarify a number of points - my son as Asperger's but he is high functioning - he is mentally impaired, not physically - like Michelle's son, he could not be left behind in the UK - he needs to be with us - without a job he is currently financially dependent upon us to provide his food and shelter (as a minimum). On the 47a, as I understand it, it is a matter of proving financial dependence not dependence due to health problems (my mistake/confusion, but I am now much clearer). The matters pertaining to his health will be up for discussion at his medical once we're invited to book them, and I am currently bubbling away in the background to get whatever evidence/assessment(s) I need to show that he could make a positive contribution in Oz (just as he did with his recent job). Opportunities for him in Oz given his interests should be much improved set against where we live - rural area - limited opportunities, etc. I'd like to think he has the opportunity to do an apprenticeship/traineeship there as he has great practical skills/aptitude despite being academically challenged. I'm taking one day at a time. I just want all of this confrontational stuff on my thread to stop - it's not what I signed up for when I posed my original question. Thanks

Sorry, but well said Michelle! I have been sat back reading all of the comments posted to my thread - I asked for advice from those who had been through similar not comments to put the "frighteners" on me. I know the path we are treading is complex but for goodness sake, a reality check is not what I need. I know my son and our situation better than anyone. We are a loving and supportive family and will not be disheartened by certain individuals somewhat questionable responses. You are doing more harm than good - enough said, I'm outta here!!!! Michelle - I'm pm'ing you ...

Yes we are working with an agent and it's unfortunate that he is now 18 but we must do what he can - he is dependant on us - just wanted a steer from anyone that might of done it before. That's all

Hi. I have a son who up until the beginning of August was working in a local factory as an apprentice furniture maker. He also has Asperger's Syndrome and some learning difficulties (I think some of it was brought on by his traumatic birth/delivery). Unfortunately, he was finding it increasingly challenging to get himself up for a 6am start at the factory and the work seemed a bit tedious to him - eventually, and despite advice from us, he decided to resign. He had worked there since late September 2011, so not very long. The employer has however agreed to give him a reference to reflect on his positive contribution for the time he was there, which is something. He was 18 in June and is now regarded as a non dependant however given the extent of his condition, he is still very much dependant upon us, and that's not to say he won't go on to live a full and active life ... just may take a while. At the moment he has a little bit of money left in his bank account, but he is living with us and we are charging him nothing for his food and shelter. When his money runs out, we'll have to pick up the tab for all his other essentials as well. He currently gets DLA for care/mobility and obviously these will stop if and when we move. He is currently unemployed and will find it hard to find something within his 'special interests' to motivate him - Australia on the other hand will hopefully open up all sorts of opportunities for him giving his love of boats/fishing, etc. I have been guided that there is a form (47a) that needs completion. I was wondering whether anyone has got any good advice to offer for it's completion. Thanks in anticipation, Lizaberrie RCB approval from WA Govt 11.9.12;

Thank you. Just the matter of the ASD diagnosis, etc to deliberate over - its this that worries me most now after reading all of your comments - just don't know which way to turn on that one. Could do with someone who has gone through something similar - I/we can't be the only ones?

It is a tough one. Whilst he is holding down an job it hasn't been without its problems - attendance of late has been an issue because of him getting frustrated with matters arising at home and aspects of boredom at work. We have had to work closely with the employer - but hey, he does have to be woken at 5am for a 6am start which is a huge undertaking for anyone. I really don't know how to play this one anymore - he does have learning difficulties and just because he is just abut holding down a job those problems haven't gone away. He needs supervision - no physical impairments just mental ones. I just don't know anymore and just I had clearer guidance - everything's so woolly!

Good luck!

Interesting. Seems each case and panel doctor is different. Thanks

Youve hit the mail on the head exactly and there lies my predicament!

We already are with an agent. This has been a controversial area for advice as I have found out already. My point on this thread however was more to do with the fact that the NHS doesn't seem to hold details of formal diagnosis for him as it was never done bythem when he was younger. Just trying to understand how we stand on that as a general rule. The matter of his age and proving dependency is another area for us to consider but we have been told there are ways of proving this and I accept this isn't cut and dry and could go either way. Thanks

He has Aspergers Syndrome (mild autism) and we would have to submit a case to confirm his dependency upon us, as I understand it