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<p><p>My advice is not to use a migration agent, we didn't and it is just an extra huge cost. You find loads of useful info on here and people are always willing to offer advice.</p></p>

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<p><p>I think it cost us just under £2000 to apply for the visa. I did have to sit the dreaded IELTS exam to gain extra points and this cost us about £120. We have used oz house rentals for our initial accom when we arrive. We only rent in the UK so no worries this end. </p></p>

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<p><p>M only little bit of advice is to ask for an initial assessment with a migration agent who will tell you which visas you can apply for and the differences and then complete the process yourself. </p></p>

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<p><p>Hope this all helps.xx</p></p>

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<p><p>Amanda</p></p>

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<p><p>Hi</p></p>

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<p><p>nice to hear from you, I remember all the anxious questions that you have! I'm aware that the visas have changed now so can only let you know how it has been for me on the 176 route. It may still be the same but please double check. I only have 2 years experience in Oct but WA only require 12 out of 24 months work experience to apply. It is the AASW that nearly stumped me as you are supposed to complete a 4 year degree, however, i did my degree and then my masters and they accepted this. I beleive that if you have more that 3 years employment then this outweighs the qualifications so you should be fine. Take a look on the AASW site for what they need and costs, think it was around £600. I work in CP in a duty team but previously worked in a long term team. </p></p>

<p><p>We are not being sponsored, it's state sponsorship. Where are you looking at going?</p></p>

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