pacticenurse

Hi,

I have an invitation to apply for my sponsored PR by Nov 2016, I'm struggling to have all the necessary docs ready in time (awaiting ANMAC) I wondered if I can ask immi for an extension on the submission date. I really don't want to have to ask my boss to go through the whole process of my her needing to apply for sponsoring me for the PR.

Has anyone done this?

Thanks ?

I've just read something about AHPRA request evidence for pharmacokinetics!

Is this correct??

I did cover this module in the nurse prescribing course but not in my gen adult nursing course. Have they added this to the nurse training now? It's 6 years since I qualified.

I hope you guys do get sorted. I really feel for you all.. But keep positive!

Hi all! Just reading through all of your posts regarding the new APHRA confusion. First I've heard of it all, but have to say if it turns out diploma nurses have to do 3 year bridging programme this will be a massive stumbling block for me. Can't afford a 3 year course til I start to earn as a registered nurse! I qualified 10 years ago doing the diploma but I've since done a post grad degree in child health (im a childrens nurse) through work as they want us all to have our degree. Would this degree give me the correct level of qualification to register straight away as a nurse or not? A registered migration agent who looked at my qualifications said that immigration look upon the nursing diploma from the uk the same as a degree, so it seems ridiculous that APHRA wouldn't!!

 

Arghhhhhhhhh!

On no!!! Bouncy it's just an absolute disgrace! How can they say a 3yr diploma is not enough!!

I did the degree but had friends on the dip! & they have just as much knowledge & exp as me! It's so annoying!

Just reading through these posts! Really feel for all those awaiting AHPRA reg! It's bad enough the application itself never mind finding out this news. Hope you all get sorted. Is AHPRA asking for diploma nurse to do bridging programme or is there no news yet?

https://www.immi.gov.au/Visas/Pages/186.aspx

 

No not points based for 186.

Thank you. :-)

I'll have a look at this link.

we have been here 15 months and put in our own application in dec ( after being here 13 months), we are doing it ourselves, and ok - just the same as doing the 457 - but more info.....but we have case officer, and just need to do medicals, and then its all with them.......we paid using UK credit card, which means alot cheaper if we had done it last year...so bargain all in all

Thanks, so your going down the direct route?

Is this visa still points based?

I looked at the 189 but I'll loose more points in June when I turn a year older. I really really don't want to do the Ielts test again!

Thank u!

Hi.. My employer is willing to offer sponsorship for my PR visa. Is it defo a minimum of 2years before I can apply?

Thank u in advance! :-)

^^^ look on seek jobs.. You might have better luck.

I have a case officer now on my case. does anyone knows how long it takes now? Cause I ve been 4 months and I am frustrated with this wait.

4m for AHPRA?? I think it took mine 6wks all in all. So approx 4weeks from getting case officer.

i think you dont need IELTs for a 457 visa if educated more than 5 yrs in the uk . you just need Aphra and an employer sponsor i believe

Yeah that's right.. If you can get a letter from your school stating you were taught and accessed in English full time for 5years then you do not need Ielts.

Letter must be worded as requested by AHPRA. I had to get mine redone again as the wording wasn't quite right.

:-/

AHPRA have a pretty bad reputation for that.. Ive emailed them 3 times over 4weeks since being here in aus to ask for advice/info but still not had any reply. I also forwarded a copy to my case officer who dealt with my application. Suprise Suprise! Still no answer.

:-/

Sydney AHRPA wanted proof of address, I was actually only staying in a hotel in Sydney for one night then traveling 2hrs south to where wed be living. I had no proof of that address and it was only a short term let.. But they advised me to open a bank account that day and the bank have me a letter with my hotel address on!! (This would never happen in UK) my account was open within 25mind of entering westpac bank and I was back in AHPRA office 10mins after. I just changed my address with westpac a week later with no hassle. (Also made sure they didn't send any letters to the hotel) although I was a bit stressed it was pretty smooth.

Yeah, it's fab! Definitely worth all the pre stress that was experienced to get here..

South coast jervis bay

Arrived just over 2wks ago so it's all very new still but we feel like we've been here a lot longer!

So far so good! Some things have frustrated us but much more has made us feel overwhelmed with happiness!

Id never been to Australia and had read on here both positive and negative posts, but it really does come down to where u end up. I think if your in a position to do so then try it and decide for yourself! I've been very lucky to be living & working in a beautiful coastal area of NSW, it's a lovely place, just a dream! The people have been very kind and helpful.

It's still early days for us but I'm finding myself falling in love with Australia!! :-)

I was when I arrived and I produced passport, and address proof. It was fine you will be too. It took ten working days to get the registration number though good luck.

Thank you! Such a relief! Were u too on 457?

Hi there,

they conduct their own police check, not you. When you go to AHPRA office, you need the eligibility letter, passport and proof of address ( we opened a bank account with an Australian address - friend`s address - and gave them the account statement). We offered our US driver`s licenses and they photocopied them too but as far as I know, 1 photo ID - passport - should be enough. Good luck.

Are u on 457 visa?

Oh brill that's a huge wait off my mind!

Thank you! :-)

Hi, I'll be attending AHPRA office in Sydney to validate my Nursing Reg. I'm on a 457 visa.

I've read that a criminal record check is required as well as passport & Eligibility letter when you attend.

I've not had a criminal record check as this was not a requirement for this visa. Is there any other 457 nurses out there who recently attended on a 457 got any info on this?

I'm worried that I'll turn up at office next week and be rejected. How do I know which check is suitable?

Thanks in advance! :-)

Must be very frustrating for you!

30kg checked in baggage I believe + one cabin bag .

 

Dave C

Thanks :-)

Do Emirates offer more luggage allowance for passengers without perm visa? I'm going on 457.

If not, what is the limit?

Thanks

My visa was granted today! I lodged mine early October 2013. Good Luck everyone!

I just can't justify £4000, my dog is my baby & yes I want him to have best care and safest travel but I still think it's a hell of a lot and expensive. How do we know it's VIP treatment?

I not saying they are not well cared for but once your animal is put in the crate then how do we really know what goes on from there?